Program Overview

Program Overview

The Education for Inclusive Environments Residency, also known as the Dual Endorsement Outreach Program, is a 2+2 degree offered by Western Washington University on the Peninsulas. This program is designed for students who have completed an associate's degree or WWU's transfer requirements.

Program Details

Program Description

The Education for Inclusive Environments program provides students with the skills and experiences to be an instrument of change in their chosen teaching path. This is achieved by combining studies in Special Education and Elementary Education, leading to residency teaching certification with endorsements in Special Education (P-12) and Elementary Education (K-8).

Program Structure

• The program is a 2+2 degree, indicating that students can complete the program in two years after completing an associate's degree or meeting WWU's transfer requirements.
  • This structure is designed to facilitate a smooth transition for students who have already completed some college coursework.

Program Outcomes

• The program leads to residency teaching certification with endorsements in:
  • Special Education (P-12)
  • Elementary Education (K-8)
• Graduates of the program will be equipped to teach in inclusive environments, making them instruments of change in their chosen teaching path.

Location

• The program is located at Western Washington University on the Peninsulas, specifically in Bremerton.

Department

• The program is part of the Education Leadership and Inclusive Teaching department.