GRADUATE CERTIFICATES
Graduate certificates offer a way to prepare for a career in education without enrolling in a full master's program.
Credits earned in the graduate Certificate in Teacher Leadership or Higher Education Leadership programs may also be applied toward the master's degree.
The Certificate in College Admissions Counseling is geared toward acting professionals in counseling.
These programs do not lead to PA State Certification. The Master's Plus Certification is the only program that leads to PA teacher certification.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
With the completion of 15 credits, students can earn a Certificate in Education, which can be used to strengthen their skills as educators, hone competencies for careers in education, or set them on a path towards earning principal certification.
This 15-credit program will:
- Hone instructional practice.
- Strengthen leadership skills to support colleagues鈥� learning.
- Develop proficiency with data analysis and policy advocacy.
This certificate is designed for experienced educators who are interested in assuming greater responsibility for improving student engagement and learning while continuing to serve as classroom teachers.
These credits may also be applied toward the master's degree.
The Certificate in Higher Education Leadership prepares students for careers in college and university settings, the public policy sector and higher education research. In this certificate, students will:
- Learn tools for critical analysis of and constructive solutions to relevant needs and issues in higher education today.
- Develop foundational and functional competencies, including resource management, collaboration with internal and external stakeholders and strategic planning.
These credits may also be applied toward the master's degree.
The 12-credit Graduate Certificate in College Counseling is a specialized online program designed for current high school, career and independent counselors looking to enhance their skills and sharpen their knowledge of the subject. Learn more about the program.