College Teaching Graduate Certificate

Build on your skillset. Teach in the college classroom.

This 10-hour graduate certificate prepares you for entry level teaching jobs at community colleges or teaching appointments in graduate or doctoral programs.

Focus your studies on adult learning and hone your skills for teaching in a mixed-ability classroom. You'll acquire effective teaching methods for both seated and online classrooms. Explore your role as a faculty member in curriculum development. Master strategies for improving student success in the college classroom. This certificate program includes a college teaching practicum. Put your skills to the test and gain real classroom experience.

Career opportunities:

  • Community college faculty
  • Community college per course instructor
  • Graduate teaching assistant
  • Doctoral teaching assistant
  • University per course instructor

Experience a legacy of educating educators.
Missouri State has been a leader in educating the educators of tomorrow, for over 100 years

Earn a degree within your financial reach.
Missouri State's total costs are lower than most other universities in the state and well below the national average. Financial aid and scholarships are available. In fact, Bears access more than $150 million in financial aid per year.

Enjoy a high level of academic excellence.
Full-time faculty develop and teach the same curriculum online as taught on-campus.

The graduate certificate in college teaching is a part of the School of Teaching, Learning and Developmental Sciences. Find out more about program requirements and admissions.

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