Candidates must complete a minimum of 36 credit hours to meet degree requirements. Prior to registration, students should confer with their academic advisor to prepare their graduate plan of study (GAP) upon receiving written notice of unconditional admission from the Dean of Graduate Studies. Students pursuing initial teacher certification concurrently with the master?s degree need to meet secondary certification and university requirements for the secondary major which may include additional courses depending on a transcript evaluation. Requirements are available on the Department of Education website. Portfolio requirements for both the elementary and secondary degree program include an electronic portfolio that meets National Board of Professional Teaching Standards