College Teaching Graduate Certificate

Teach in the college classroom. Advance your teaching career.

This 9-hour graduate certificate prepares you for entry-level college teaching positions, including graduate teaching assistant positions.

The Graduate Certificate in College Teaching provides a graduate-level experience that will prepare you for entry-level college teaching. Certificate courses provide for the acquisition of knowledge and skills necessary to facilitate adult learning such as effective teaching methods, strategies for both the traditional and online classroom, the faculty member's role in curriculum development, strategies that improve student success at the college level, digital technology in the college classroom, and other topical issues in higher education.

Career opportunities:

  • Community college faculty
  • Adjunct or per course instructor
  • Teaching assistant (graduate, doctoral)

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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