This minor is appropriate for any student who wishes to include an enhanced technical computer science background as part of their overall curriculum.
This minor partially satisfies the criteria for teaching endorsement in Computer Science (K-12), qualifying students to teach computer science at the level that they are certified to teach. Students who successfully complete the Applied Computer Science Minor with approved electives for teaching endorsement, an approved Teacher Certification program, and an endorsable major are eligible to apply for Washington State teacher certification and endorsement in Computer Science. Teacher certification candidates must receive a C grade or higher in all minor and foundational courses, have a GPA of at least 3.0 for either the last 45 graded quarter credits or overall CWU/Transfer cumulative, and meet all Washington State teacher certification requirements. See a computer science advisor as soon as possible to develop a course of study.