College Teaching Certificate
Certificate in College Teaching
The College Teaching Certificate, established in 2005, is designed to enhance teaching competencies at the postsecondary level. It is particularly appropriate for graduate students (from any discipline) interested in a career in college teaching, but also for adjunct and full-time faculty who are currently engaged in a career in academia.
Students may select from a variety of courses that emphasize the knowledge and practice of college teaching and the organizational culture of postsecondary education institutions. The 15-credit hour certificate includes an internship in college teaching.
Additionally, students in the certificate program are encouraged to take effective teaching courses offered within their discipline specialty as part of the certificate requirements. This certificate program is grounded in the latest educational research of best practices in college teaching, and is designed to offer and/or enhance teaching and learning experiences.
According to one graduate, "The classes through the Graduate Certificate of College Teaching provided a greater understanding of faculty roles and how to help students learn. The opportunity to teach my own class [through the teaching internship] opened my eyes to what goes into preparing a class. I look forward to teaching again." (Earl Coburn, 2013)