Talented & Gifted Endorsement

About

The University of Iowa's Talented & Gifted (TAG) Endorsement program prepares educators to identify, understand, and serve gifted and talented learners. The endorsement can be completed through flexible online and on-campus course options.

Why the University of Iowa?

The Belin-Blank Center at the University of Iowa is one of the nation's premier centers for gifted education. Our faculty are leading researchers and practitioners in the field, and our programs reflect the latest research and best practices.

Our Endorsement

The TAG endorsement consists of coursework across four strands: Psychology of the Gifted, Programming for the Gifted, Administration/Supervision, and a Practicum experience. Courses are offered in flexible formats to accommodate working educators.

University Courses

• BBC:1000 - Bucksbaum Academy Seminar
• BBC:1001 - Summer Art Residency
• BBC:1002 - Summer Writing Residency
• BBC:1004 - Secondary Student Trng Prog
• BBC:4031 - BBC Talent Dvlpmnt Fellowship
• BBC:4033 - Tlnt Dvlp: Arts/Athltcs: Mdls
• BBC:4035 - Tlnt Dvlp Arts/Athltcs: Psych
• BBC:5065 - Talent Development Capstone

Study as a Cohort

Schools and districts can arrange for cohort-based delivery of endorsement coursework. Contact us to discuss options for your school or district.

Getting Started

Contact us to learn more about the TAG Endorsement program and how to get started.