Enhancing Environmental Education Through Certification
The MAEOE Environmental Education Certification Program is a portfolio-based certification initiative designed to enhance the training and resources available to professional environmental educators, whether they work in formal or non-formal education settings. We accept applications year-round and aim to provide valuable resources for educators committed to environmental education.
Participants can earn up to three MSDE CPD units by completing this certification program.
To begin your certification journey online, please contact us at eecert@maeoe.org for more information.
Our certification program is built upon the standards established by the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE). Certification candidates are required to demonstrate competence in the following areas:
Environmental literacy
Foundations of environmental education
Professional responsibilities
Planning and implementing environmental education
Fostering learning
Assessment and evaluation
Applicants should have a minimum of two years of field experience. Scholarships are available based on financial need, and veterans may qualify under the Veterans Education Assistance Act.
The MAEOE certification program offers two tracks: Advanced Certification and Basic Certification
This track is intended for individuals with a minimum of five years of experience. Both formal and non-formal educators are encouraged to apply. Please note that this certification is not issued by MSDE and does not qualify you to teach in public schools. It is a self-paced, self-guided online program.
This option is suitable for those who are new to the environmental education field. It provides professional certification that signifies your understanding of the fundamental principles of environmental education and environmental literacy.
For more details, please contact us at eecert@maeoe.org.
Join us for a series of online workshops focused on interdisciplinary, hands-on learning. Each day focuses on engaging projects using guides from and presentations by the Department of Natural Resources, National Oceanic, Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and NASA. Participants will gain an in depth understanding of biodiversity studies and Meaningful Watershed Education Experiences (MWEEs) that they can apply to their education sites.
Earn Your Environmental Educator Certification in 3 Weeks of Hybrid Sessions
January 4, 11, and 18 l 8:30 am - 4:00 pm l Location: Virtual Online
WHY BECOME CERTIFIED?
- Most professions have a certification program.
- There is no environmental education degree program in Maryland.
- Environmental education is interdisciplinary. Educators need solid training in science, social studies, economics, education, etc.
- High quality EE supports education reform goals and can positively impact school performance as seen by State Environment and Education Roundtable’s (SEER) “Environment as an Integrating Context” research and other studies.
- Helps to support Green School status and initiatives.
COURSE FEE
$325 a credit, 1 credit and 3 credit graduate and undergraduate options
MAEOE EE Certification Fee
- Member $125
- Non-member $175
- Membership is $40/year
BECOME A MEMBER
CONTACT
Donna Schissler, academic advisor, dschissler@ndm.edu for registration information.
Learn More
Certification opens up various opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Effective environmental educators benefit from interdisciplinary training in a wide range of subjects, including science, social studies, economics, and education. High-quality environmental education supports the goals of education reform and can have a positive impact on school performance.
Why Get Certified?
Watch the video below for an in-depth look at the certification process.
If you're interested in learning more, don't hesitate to email us today! eecert@maeoe.org