Eastern Shore Higher Education Center
Salisbury University * UMES * Stevenson University * UMUC * La Salle University/RTC *
Notre Dame of Maryland University
The Eastern Shore Higher Education Center, located on the Chesapeake College Wye Mills Campus, offers upper-division courses towards
bachelor’s and graduate degrees. The mission of the Center is to promote higher education and economic development in the region by
offering a range of postsecondary programs and services in its state-of-the-art facility. Registration is conducted by each credit-granting
institution. Please contact Salisbury University, the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES), Stevenson University (formerly Villa
Julie College), University of Maryland University College (UMUC), La Salle / RTC, or Notre Dame of Maryland University to complete the
application and registration process. Students must have an Associate of Arts degree and/or meet program entrance requirements in order to
qualify for bachelor’s degree programs. There must be sufficient enrollment in each class in order for the institution to offer the courses
listed. The schedules listed on the home university or college website will be official. Please check for any changes or cancellations on the
website of the university or college offering the course.
The following degrees and programs are currently offered at the Eastern Shore Higher Education Center. Contact information for each
program or degree can be found in the scheduling section for each degree area.

Salisbury University (www.salisbury.edu)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work
• Bachelor’s and Master’s courses in ESOL (These are online courses.)
• Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership
• Master’s Degree in Social Work

University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) (www.umes.edu)
• Work-based Learning Endorsement courses
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Ecology with a Concentration in Child Development
• PhD in Organizational Leadership

University of Maryland University College (UMUC) (www.umuc.edu)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (online only, at this time)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice (online only, at this time)
• Bachelor’s & Master’s Degrees are available online only at this time

La Salle University/RTC (for registration contact www.theRTC.net)
• Master of Education* (The focus of this degree is on Instruction)

Stevenson University (formerly Villa Julie College) (www.stevenson.edu)
• Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Nursing
• Master’s of Science Degree in Nursing (This is an online program.)

Notre Dame of Maryland University (www.ndm.edu)
• PhD in Instructional Leadership for Changing Populations
• Master’s Degree in Gifted and Talented
• ACT: Accelerated Certification for Teaching (must hold a bachelor’s degree or higher)

Chesapeake College (www.chesapeake.edu)
• Courses for Career & Technology Certification
• Courses for Career Changers seeking MSDE Teaching Certification
The Eastern Shore Higher Education Center is also available as a professional development center for local education, non-profit, business
and government agencies. The Center is the ideal location for regional meetings, complete with high speed wifi, free parking and onsite
catering services. Classrooms are available for small meetings and seminars. A computer lab accommodates technology training needs for up
to 20 participants. A large amphitheatre is available and can be set up in theatre-style or workshop-style seating. For more information
regarding the Eastern Shore Higher Education Center, contact Deborah Urry, Executive Director, at 410-827-5761 or durry@chesapeake.edu.
For additional information, please visit our website at: www.chesapeake.edu/eshec.
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Winter 2016 Course Offerings
• Notre Dame of Maryland University •
Prior to the beginning of the semester, please check with the home institution for any changes to the schedule or cancellation of classes.
Accelerated Certification for Teaching (ACT) Program
This program is ideal for individuals who have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and wish to pursue teacher certification. Two of the
courses will be offered each semester by Chesapeake College with the remaining courses offered by Notre Dame of Maryland
University. All classes will be held onsite at the Eastern Shore Higher Education Center or will be online. For more information,
please contact Sr. Sharon Slear at sslear@ndm.edu or Dr. Deanna Stock at dstock@chesapeake.edu.
SPE 726-90
Communication Skills for the
School Based Personnel
3
January 2 – January 23, 2016
Online
• La Salle University •
Prior to the beginning of the semester, please check with the home institution for any changes to the schedule or cancellation of classes.
Master of Education*
These courses are offered by La Salle University through RTC. All courses are worth three graduate credits and are
appropriate for educators K-12. The fee for each class is $1155. Please consult the RTC website for important book and policy
information. Educators are encouraged to contact their school system to see if Direct Billing has been established.
For more information about the La Salle/RTC designed Master of Education program, please call 215-951-1952. To register for
classes, please call the Regional Training Center at 1-800-433-4740 or register online at www.theRTC.net.
Additional courses are available online and can be viewed on the RTC Website.
EDM515-031
The Gendered Brain
3
January 8, 9. 10, 23, 24
January 8 from 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm, January 9, 10, 23, 24 from 8:00 am – 4:45 pm
HEC 213
EDM545-009
Assessment Techniques
3
January 15, 16, 17, 30, 31
January 15 from 6:00 – 9:15pm, January 16, 17, 30, 31 from 8:00am – 4:45pm
HEC 213
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Spring 2016 Course Offerings
• Salisbury University •
Prior to the beginning of the semester, please check with the home institution for any changes to the schedule or cancellation of classes.
Bachelor’s Program: Elementary Education
This program is based on a cohort model. Candidates must meet all AAT and articulation requirements, or be accepted into the
program by Salisbury University. A new cohort will start once each year. For information on transferring with the AAT, please
contact Dr. Deanna Stock at dstock@chesapeake.edu. For more information about admission into the Bachelor’s Degree program in
Elementary Education, contact Ms. Marylou Fineran at mmfineran@salisbury.edu. Students must also meet with their Salisbury
University advisor to select courses needed to complete their minor and register for those courses in addition to the ones listed below.
There must be sufficient enrollment to begin a new cohort each year.
Block A
ELED 317-350 Creative Arts Instruction
3
Clark
Tuesday
10:00am–12:45pm HEC 212
ELED 310-350 Language Arts Instruction
3
Clark
This class will be taught as a Distance Learning Class.
Tuesday
2:00 – 3:15 pm HEC 201
ELED 316-350 Reading Instruction
3
Fineran
This class will be taught as a Distance Learning Class.
Tuesday
3:30 – 4:15 pm
ELED 310-350 Language Arts Instruction
3
Clark
This class will be taught as a Distance Learning Class.
Thursday
2:00 – 3:15 pm HEC 201
ELED 316-350 Reading Instruction
3
Fineran
This class will be taught as a Distance Learning Class.
Thursday
ELED 318-702 Computers in Education
3
TBD
Online
3
TBD
Tuesday
3:30 – 4:15pm
HEC 201
HEC 201
Block D
ELED 411-350 Internship Seminar
Master’s Program: Education
This course must have sufficient enrollment to be held at the Eastern Shore Higher Education Center. In order to register for this
course, please contact the Salisbury University Registrar’s Office at registrar@salisbury.edu or call 410-543-6150. For more
information about the classes, contact Ms. Claire Williams, Salisbury University Education Department at: 410-543-6281 or at
clwilliams@salisbury.edu. This course may also meet program requirements for Administrator I Certification. Educators should
check with the Certification Officer in their school system. For more information you may also contact Dr. Doug DeWitt at
dmdewitt@salisbury.edu.
EDLD 516
EDLD 555
EDLD 656
P-12 School Administration
3
Public School Fiscal & HR Mgmt 3
Ed. Leadership Internship
3
DeWitt
Andes
Grotsky
Thursday
TBA
5:30 – 8:15pm
Online
HEC 201
Bachelor’s and Master’s Courses in ESOL (English as a Second Language)
Bachelor’s and master’s classes in ESOL will be offered online from Salisbury University. Students may take these classes for
professional development or to complete a minor in ESOL. Students interested in taking these courses should talk with their advisor
and should feel free to contact Dr. Adam Wood, ahwood@salisbury.edu, for more information.
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Bachelor’s in Interdisciplinary Studies – American Studies Track
Students who have earned an AA Degree in Liberal Arts are eligible to apply to enter the Bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary
Studies. Students with an AAT may enroll in courses to meet their education minor requirement. For more information on the degree
and on how to register for courses, contact Dr. Keith Brower at khbrower@salisbury.edu.
Social Work Degree Programs
The Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree Programs in Social Work are conducted as a cohort model. For more information or to apply for
acceptance into either degree program, please contact Ms. Sue Park, Social Work Blended Delivery Coordinator at
separk@salisbury.edu or you may contact the Social Work Department at Salisbury University at 410-543-6304. Ms. Park has office
hours in room HEC 103C in the Eastern Shore Higher Education Center.
Bachelor’s Program: Social Work
SOWK 410
SOWK 421
SOWK 417
SOWK 302
SOWK 320
Practice III
3
Hybrid Video-conference & Web-based
Field II
3
Face to Face
Research II
3
Hybrid Video-conference & Web-based
HBSE II
3
Hybrid Video-conference & Web-based
Practice I
3
Hybrid Video-conference & Web-based
TBA
Monday
5:00 – 6:50 pm
HEC 205
TBA
Monday
7:00 – 8:50 pm
HEC 201
TBA
Wednesday
5:00 – 6:50 pm
HEC 205
TBA
Wednesday
5:00 – 6:50 pm
HEC 201
TBA
Wednesday
7:00 – 8:50 pm
HEC 201
TBA
Monday
5:00 – 6:50 pm
HEC 205
TBA
Monday
7:00 – 8:50 pm
HEC 201
TBA
Monday
7:00 – 7:50 pm
HEC 201
TBA
Wednesday
5:00 – 6:50pm
HEC 205
TBA
Wednesday
5:00 – 6:50 pm
HEC 201
TBA
Wednesday
7:00 – 8:50 pm
HEC 205
TBA
Thursday
5:00 - 6:50 pm
HEC 205
TBA
Thursday
7:00 – 8:50 pm
HEC 205
Master’s Program: Social Work
SOWK 623
SOWK 654
SOWK 645
SOWK 617
SOWK 630
SOWK 622
SOWK 655
SOWK 680
SOWK 685
Advanced Practice III
3
Hybrid Video-conference & Web-based
Advanced Practice w/Families
3
Hybrid Video-conference & Web-based
Field II Seminar
3
Face to Face
Research II
3
Hybrid Video-conference & Web-based
HBSE II
3
Hybrid Video-conference & Web-based
Practice II
3
Hybrid Video-conference & Web-based
Evaluation
3
Hybrid Video-conference & Web-based
Groups
3
Hybrid Video-conference & Web-based
Seminar
Face to Face
TBA
HEC 201
• University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) •
Prior to the beginning of the semester, please check with the home institution for any changes to the schedule or cancellation of classes.
PhD in Organizational Leadership
UMES will offer their Doctoral Program in Organizational Leadership with the cohort members attending one class at the Eastern
Shore Higher Education Center, one class on line, and one class on the UMES Campus each semester. Classes will follow a weekend
model with classes taking place on Friday evenings, all day Saturday and all day Sunday for two weekends. This schedule will
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continue for the entire cohort program. Applications are currently being accepted. For more information about the degree, please
contact Dr. Caddie Putnam-Rankin, cputnamrankin@umes.org. Her office is HEC 104C in the Eastern Shore Higher Education
Center. To apply please go to: www.umes.edu/grad (click the blue button to apply). If there are specific questions about the
application process, the individuals can contact the UMES graduate office at 410-651-6507.
Please note that the third cohort is slated to begin in Fall 2017.
Cohort 1:
ORLD 602
Theories & Processes of Organizations
3
Class times: Friday evenings all day on Saturday and Sunday.
Attoh
1/29–31 & 2/19-21
UMES
ORLD 603
Politics, Organizations & Leaders
3
Class times: Friday evenings all day on Saturday and Sunday.
Putnam-Rankin
3/11-13 & 4/1-3
UMES
ORLD 610
Qualitative Research
Putnam-Rankin
Felder
4/15 – 17 &
4/29 – May 1
ESHEC
3
Class times: Friday evenings all day on Saturday and Sunday.
Cohort 2:
ORLD 620
ORLD 623
Research in Organizational Leadership
3
Class times: Friday evenings all day on Saturday and Sunday.
Organizational Policy Analysis & Change
3
Class times: Friday evenings all day on Saturday and Sunday.
Gong/Felder
Chase
1/29-31 & 4/1-3 ESHEC
2/26 – 28 & 3/18-20 UMES
Bachelor’s in Human Ecology – Child Development
A Fall 2016 Cohort is being formed for individuals seeking a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood. This degree does not meet the
requirements for a teaching certificate. For additional information on this degree program, please contact Dr. Grace Namwamba at
UMES, 410-651-6055 or gnamwamba@umes.edu.
Bachelor’s in Electrical / Electronic Technology
A cohort is being formed for an Electrical / Electronic Bachelor’s Degree Program from UMES. This program prepares individuals to
be able to:
* Work as a technically competent engineer at the professional level in industry, government agencies or pursue graduate studies.
* Effectively work on industry or government engineering project teams.
* Be engaged as an effective member of the engineering profession as it relates to and interacts with the global society.
* Actively take steps to remain current with advancing engineering tools and technologies.
For more information on the degree program, please contact Dr. Derek Dunn at ddunn@umes.edu .
Career and Technology Education Courses
Professional & Technical Education Certification – 12 credits
Work-based Learning Certification – 9 credits
Master’s Degree in Career & Technology Education – 30 credits
If you would like more information, please contact Deborah Urry at the Eastern Shore Higher Education Center, 410-827-5761 or
durry@chesapeake.edu. You must be admitted to UMES and register for courses. For assistance with this process, please contact Dr.
Thomas Loveland at 410-727-4808, or tloveland@umes.edu. Please check with UMES for the final schedule before the start of the
semester.
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• La Salle University/RTC •
Prior to the beginning of the semester, please check with the home institution for any changes to the schedule or cancellation of classes.
Master of Education*
These courses are offered by La Salle University through RTC. All courses are worth three graduate credits and are
appropriate for educators K-12. The fee for each class is $1155. Please consult the RTC website for important book and policy
information. Educators are encouraged to contact their school system to see if Direct Billing has been established.
For more information about the La Salle/RTC designed Master of Education program, please call 215-951-1952. To register for
classes, please call the Regional Training Center at 1-800-433-4740 or register online at www.theRTC.net.
Additional courses are available online and can be viewed on the RTC Website.
EDM630-017
Skills for Building the Collaborative
3
Feb 5, 6, 7, 20, 21
Classroom
Feb. 5 from 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm, Feb. 6, 7, 20, 21 from 8:00 am – 4:45 pm
HEC 213
EDM620-037
Kinesthetic Classroom II: Moving Across Standards 3
Feb. 12, 13, 14, 27, 28
Feb. 12 from 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm, Feb. 13, 14, 27, 28 from 8:00 am – 4:45 pm
HEC 110
EDM560-042
The Culturally Distinctive Classroom
3
March 4, 5, 6, 19, 20
March 4 from 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm, March 5, 6, 19, 20 from 8:00 am – 4:45 pm
HEC 213
EDM625-034
Teaching 2.0: iPads in Education
3
March 11, 12, 13, April 2, 3
March 11 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm, March 12, 13 & April 2, 3 from 8:00 am – 4:45 pm
HEC 213
EDM580-024
Differentiated Instruction
3
April 1, 2, 3, 16, 17
April 1from 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm, April 2, 3, 16, 17 from 8:00 am – 4:45 pm
HEC 213
EDM511-058
Creating Health & Balance in Today’s Classroom 3
April 8, 9, 10, 23, 24
April 8 from 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm, April 9, 10 23, 24 from 8:00 am – 4:45 pm
HEC 110
EDM575-021
Skills & Strategies for Inclusion & Disability
3
April 22, 23, 24, 30, May 1
Awareness
April 22 from 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm, April 23, 24, 30 and May 1 from 8:00 am – 4:45 pm
HEC 213
• University of Maryland University College (UMUC) •
CURRENTLY ALL UMUC PROGRAMS AND COURSES ARE ONLY AVAILABLE ONLINE.
The University of Maryland University College (UMUC) is only offering courses in an online format. To apply to UMUC or to
register for classes, please contact Ms. Mary Walters at mary.walters@umuc.edu. Ms. Walters has office hours in the Eastern Shore
Higher Education Center and also meets with students in the Caroline Center once each month.
UMUC also offers an extensive array of online classes in many fields and has an alliance with Chesapeake College for students to
transition smoothly from an Associate’s Degree to a Bachelor’s Degree program. Go to www.umuc.edu, for more information.
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• Stevenson University •
Prior to the beginning of the semester, please check with the home institution for any changes to the schedule or cancellation of classes.
Bachelor’s Program: Nursing
RN to BS courses are offered onsite at the Eastern Shore Higher Education Center, with sufficient enrollment. In order to qualify, you
must hold a current RN License. For the full schedule of courses to be offered at the Center and for more information on the RN to BS
Option from Stevenson University, please contact Ms. Andi Overton at aloverton@stevenson.edu or 443-394-9232.
Master’s Program: Nursing
The Master’s Degree program is open to registered nurses with a bachelor’s degree in nursing. This degree program is available
online. For additional information, please contact Ms. Andi Overton at aloverton@stevenson.edu or 442-394-9232.
• Notre Dame of Maryland University •
Prior to the beginning of the semester, please check with the home institution for any changes to the schedule or cancellation of classes.
(Meets January 25 – May 9, 2016)
Class schedule will be determined once the members of the cohort have been selected. Classes will be held at the Eastern Shore
Higher Education Center, via face-to-face format. For information on the course schedule, how to make application, or to register for
courses, contact Sister Sharon Slear at sslear@ndm.edu or call admissions at 410-532-5349. A new cohort is forming. Please contact
Sr. Sharon Slear for more information.
PhD Instructional Leadership for Changing Populations
EDU 701-50
Methods of Quantitative Research 3
Fenster
Monday
5:30 – 8:15pm
HEC 204
Master’s in Gifted and Talented
Educators may complete all ten courses to complete the Masters in Gifted and Talented. Educators who have a Master’s degree and
complete all ten courses will earn a Certificate of Advanced Study in Education (CASE). Educators who hold a Master’s degree may
take the six courses needed for Certification in Gifted & Talented Education which are both NCATE Certified and MSDE Approved.
For information on the course schedule, how to make application, or to register for courses, contact Sister Sharon Slear at
sslear@ndm.edu or call admissions at 410-532-5349.
EDGT 503
Practicum for Gifted and Talented
Online
(Meets January 25 – May, 9, 2016.)
Accelerated Certification for Teaching (ACT) Program
This program is ideal for individuals who have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and wish to pursue teacher certification in
Elementary, Secondary and / or dual certification in Special Education. Two of the courses will be offered each semester by
Chesapeake College with the remaining courses offered by Notre Dame of Maryland University. All classes will be held onsite at the
Eastern Shore Higher Education Center or will be online. For more information, please contact Sr. Sharon Slear at sslear@ndm.edu or
Dr. Deanna Stock at dstock@chesapeake.edu.
SPE 526-50
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Special Education for the
Classroom Teacher
3
TBD
Monday
5:30 – 8:15pm
HEC 213
• Chesapeake College •
Prior to the beginning of the semester, please check with the home institution for any changes to the schedule or cancellation of classes.
Career & Technology Teaching Certification
Chesapeake College now offers all four courses needed for Career & Technology Teachers seeking MSDE Teacher Certification. For
additional information, please contact Deborah Urry at the Eastern Shore Higher Education Center at 410-827-5761 or
durry@chesapeake.edu. The Courses will be offered in the following sequence, beginning Fall Semester 2016, pending approval by
Chesapeake College.
Fall:
EDU
EDU
Facilities Management and Organization in CTE
Academic Literacy in CTE
Spring:
EDU 222
EDU
Curriculum Development
Differentiated Learning in CTE
Teaching Certification for Career Changers
Chesapeake College now offers all courses needed for individuals seeking MSDE Teacher Certification. HOWEVER, please note that
this does not include the mandatory Teacher Internship which is required by MSDE. Candidates are responsible to make arrangements
to meet this requirement and must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree. For additional information, please contact Deborah Urry
at the Eastern Shore Higher Education Center at 410-827-5761 or durry@chesapeake.edu. Please check the Chesapeake College
Schedule of Classes each semester for course offering information.
Elementary Certification – Grades K – 6
PSC 250
Human Growth & Development
ECD 160
Child Development & Behavior
(Prerequisites for PSC 250 & ECD 160 have been waived)
PSC 220
Educational Psychology
(Prerequisites for PSC 220 have been waived)
EDU 210
Introduction to Special Education
EDU 214
Processes & Acquisition of Reading
EDU 215
Instruction in Reading
EDU 216
Materials for Teaching Reading
EDU 217
Assessment for Reading Instruction
EDU 222
Curriculum Dev. & Teaching Methods
EDU 223
Student Performance Assessment
TOTAL
3 credits
3 credits
OR
3 credits
3 credits
3 credits
3 credits
3 credits
3 credits
3 credits
3 credits
27 credits
Secondary Certification – Grades 7 – 12 and Art, Dance, Music
PSC 250
Human Growth & Development
3 credits
(Prerequisites for PSC 250 have been waived)
PSC 220
Educational Psychology
3 credits
(Prerequisites for PSC 220 have been waived)
EDU 210
Introduction to Special Education
3 credits
EDU 218**
Teaching Reading in the Content Areas: Part I
3 credits
EDU 219**
Teaching Reading in the Content Areas: Part II
3 credits
**Please note that these two reading courses do not have to be taken in sequence.
EDU 222
Curriculum Dev. & Teaching Methods
3 credits
EDU 223
Student Performance Assessment
3 credits
TOTAL
21 credits
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