If you are interested in attending a Boot Camp at a university, please see Participating Universities for more infomration.
Candidates who meet the criteria below and are interested in obtaining a non-traditional special education certification apply for consideration when cohorts are available. Space is limited, and acceptance into the OSDE boot camp program is not guaranteed.
4 year degree with a 2.75 or higher GPA
*PLEASE NOTE: If you currently hold an Oklahoma Teacher Certification in any area, please contact the Teacher Certification office to confirm if you are eligible to add Special Education mild/moderate or severe/profound test to your Oklahoma Teaching Certification without going through the Special Education Boot Camp Program.
1.) Submit a certificate of completion of an approved boot camp
2.) Submit Provisional Certificate Application and $50.00
1.) Pass the OSAT for Mild/Moderate or Severe/Profound
2.) Complete 18 hours toward a master's degree in special education from an accredited college. A minimum completion of at least 6 credit hours each year is required in order to renew the provisional certificate.
3.) Successfully complete the PPAT
4.) Submit application for a standard certificate and $50.00
Once you have a Boot Camp Letter of Completion, complete the Provisional Certificate Application to apply for your provisional certificate.
The one-year provisional state-issued certification may be renewed for two (2) additional periods of one year each upon proof from an accredited college/university six (6) credit hours of prescribed coursework toward a master’s degree in special education has completed
Districts, use boot camp as a recruiting tool! You now have the freedom to hire, train, and support the best teachers when you need them.
• District Level Boot Camp Provider Application
• District Level Informational Infographic
• Non-Traditional Route to Special Education Certification Informational Letter
• Non-Traditional Route to Special Education Certification FAQ Guide
• Non-Traditional Route to Special Education Certification Flowchart