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Because no other college in America is as committed to preparing the next generation of educators who will revitalize our schools, neighborhoods and communities. Find out more about our mission and why students choose UIC.

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“No one ever said changing the world was going to be quick or easy … But at UIC's College of Education we have committed ourselves to the challenge for the long haul.”

Victoria Chou
Dean of the College of Education



We partner with districts across Chicagoland  and  UIC’s School of Continuing Studies to help working professionals advance their careers with a variety of certificates and endorsements.


Bilingual and English as a Second Language (ESL) Approval / Endorsement

Early Childhood Special Education Approval

Educational Research Methodology (ERM) online certificate

Learning Behavior Specialist II Certificate in Special Education

We offer all six certificates:
  • assistive technology
  • behavior intervention
  • bilingual special education
  • curriculum adaptation (inclusion)
  • multiple disabilities
  • transition
Middle School Endorsement

Online Middle School Endorsement

Physics Methodology Coursework