Heidelberg University now offers a Computer Science endorsement (K-12) taught by campus-based full-time and adjunct faculty. Courses required for this endorsement are offered online in
This educator endorsement is added to your current Ohio teaching license and allows you to teach computer science content and courses in grades K-12
Computer Science Endorsement
Obtain the Computer Science Endorsement by completing four courses (12 credit hours) online in eight-week terms. K-12 teachers and Heidelberg education majors are eligible to apply to the program. Passing the OAE Computer Science (054) test is required to complete the endorsement.
Required courses:
• CPS 150 – Fundamentals of Computer Science
• CPS 201 – Computational Problem Solving
• CPS 316 – Spreadsheet Modeling
• EDU 395 – Computer Science Methods and Field Experience
Resources
A copy of your Teaching License must be uploaded to your application.
Fall 2025 Term 1
August 20 - October 14, 2025
- Registration opens: March 24, 2025
- Registration closes: August 19, 2025
- Classes begin: August 20, 2025
Fall 2025 Term 2
October 16 - December 11, 2025
- Registration opens: March 24, 2025
- Registration closes: October 15, 2025
- Classes begin: October 16, 2025
Spring 2026 Term 1
January 7 - February 27, 2026
- Registration opens: November 3, 2025
- Registration closes: December 11, 2025
- Classes begin: January 7, 2026
Spring 2026 Term 2
March 2 - May 4, 2026
- Registration opens: November 3, 2025
- Registration closes: December 11, 2025
- Classes begin: March 2, 2026
Heidelberg is approved by the Ohio Department of Higher Education and the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements to accept students from all states, except for California. Non-Ohio teachers looking to add an endorsement to licensure should inquire with their state regulating official about coursework meeting state guidelines.
Accreditation Information
This program is designed to meet educational requirements for professional license or certification, which is required for employment in occupations related to this major. Please refer to this list regarding whether Heidelberg's program meets licensure requirements for specific states.
Learn More
For a more detailed academic schedule, or to ask questions about any of our majors, contact the Admission Office at admission [at] heidelberg.edu or (419) 448-2330.
