Gifted Academy
If you are currently enrolled in a CBU graduate/post-baccalaureate program (MAT or a Licensure-Only Program) you may take the Academy courses as electives; however, you should contact the CBU Department of Education for permission to register for the course(s).
Academy Highlights
- Two three-hour credit courses for a total of six hours including “Characteristics of a Gifted/Talented Class” and “Methods for Teaching Gifted/Talented”
- Summer classes
- Hybrid format – both in-class and online meetings
NOTE: At this time CBU does not offer the 466 Gifted Education K-12 license. Some school districts have additional employment requirements, such as three years of successful teaching experience in the general education classroom, so teachers should check with their school districts prior to enrolling in the Gifted Academy.
How to Apply
1. GRADUATE PROGRAM APPLICATION
- Select Graduate for Application Type
- Select Graduate Special/Non-Degree Seeking for Student Type
- Select “Yes” to indicate you will pursue a certificate
- Select “Gifted Academy”
2. OFFICIAL COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPT SHOWING BACHELOR’S DEGREE AWARDED(AND MASTER’S DEGREE AWARDED IF APPLICABLE)
3. CURRENT RESUME/CV
4. CURRENT TENNESSEE TEACHER’S LICENSE
