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At Carlow University, the next generation of ethical leaders is already in the making.
Here, our students gain more than just a degree – they build connections, find purpose, and thrive – working in ways big and small to reshape the future. With your support, we can continue to invest in these future leaders and expand their ability to transform our world.
How You Can Support
At Carlow University, the next generation of ethical leaders is already in the making.
Here, our students gain more than just a degree – they build connections, find purpose, and thrive – working in ways big and small to reshape the future. With your support, we can continue to invest in these future leaders and expand their ability to transform our world.
How You Can SupportExplore the field of early childhood leadership
Studying for Carlow’s Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Leadership, you’ll learn skills needed to plan and evaluate early learning programs and will explore curriculum development, staff supervision, and educational coaching. This program is a four-course sequence which may lead to a Director’s Credential, and the courses could easily transfer to the full MEd in Early Childhood Supervision program, if desired. The Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Leadership is an excellent means of broadening professional knowledge in the field of early learning. Upon completion of the program, a Carlow certificate of completion will be issued.
Credits required:
12 credits
Cost per credit:
$600/credit
Time to completion:
As few as 12 months
Delivery:
Online, except for the required internship which is onsite at an early learning center.
Graduate certificate in Early Childhood Leadership curriculum
Courses focus on developmentally appropriate supervisory practices for each age group; trends and challenges in the field, as well as various types of programs designed for children in child care, Head Start, preschool and early intervention programs; and a case study of an operating early childhood program. An internship is required.
Quick facts
- Complete 3 online courses plus internship
- May lead to a Director’s Credential, if all other criteria for the credential are met
Career opportunities for Early Childhood Leadership certificate
The program will lead to a deeper understanding of the roles of center director, supervisor of Head Start/Early Head Start programs, classroom coaches and early childhood mentors.
Admission requirements and application process
You can apply for free online, and must submit the following materials:
- Official transcripts from all degree-granting institutions you have attended
- Personal essay that describes your academic objectives
- Current resume or curriculum vitae
- Two letters of recommendation that address your leadership potential and ability to succeed in graduate-level work
Apply
anytime
Start terms:
Fall & Spring
An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred; however, provisional admission is also possible if you do not meet all of the admission criteria but exhibit a strong possibility of academic success.
Contact Admissions
If you are interested in this certificate program, our Admissions team is available to assist you with the next steps.
Empower 21st-century learners: STEM Teaching certificate
Carlow’s graduate certificate in STEM Teaching program will teach you what you need to know for the 21st-century classroom. Because Carlow is a CREATE Lab satellite (Community Robotics, Education and Technology Empowerment), education faculty have access to the latest STEM technologies. The program embraces constructivism and progressivism while preparing you for STEM based programs or classrooms. Pennsylvania licensed teachers can obtain a Pennsylvania Department of Education STEM endorsement.
Credits required:
12 credits
Cost per credit:
$600/credit
Time to completion:
As few as 12 months
Delivery:
Online
Graduate certificate in STEM Teaching curriculum
First Year Fall
ED703 Dev Log & Math Concepts in EC – 3 credits
ED744 Supervision – 3 credits
First Year Spring
ED728 Interdisciplinary Models – 3 credits
ED740 Creative Science Teaching – 3 credits
Total Credits = 12
The curriculum examines ethical issues, current research, and inquiry models of learning and teaching, and finishes with an action-based research STEM project in a classroom or field site. You’ll design an integrated STEM curriculum and be introduced to coding using the latest applications and software. You will experience an accelerated program with eight-week online courses.
Quick facts
- Stay up to date with current technology
- Learn with an emphasis on computational thinking
Career opportunities for graduate certificate in STEM Teaching
After completing the certificate program’s four-course sequence, you’ll return to your classroom or other educational setting prepared to take on leadership roles and contribute in STEM education research and teaching, whether it be with a public, private or nonprofit organization. Pennsylvania licensed teachers can obtain a Pennsylvania Department of Education STEM endorsement.
Admission requirements and application process
You can apply for free online, and must submit the following materials:
- Official transcripts from all degree-granting institutions you have attended
- Personal essay that describes your academic objectives
- Current resume or curriculum vitae
- Two letters of recommendation that address your leadership potential and ability to succeed in graduate-level work
Apply
anytime
Start terms:
Fall & Spring
An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred; however, provisional admission is also possible if you do not meet all of the admission criteria but exhibit a strong possibility of academic success.
Contact Admissions
If you are interested in this certificate program, our Admissions team is available to assist you with the next steps.
Empower learners in a digital world: Online Teaching certificate
Carlow’s 100% online graduate certificate program in Online Teaching will give you the hands-on experience you’ll need to succeed, preparing you to design, develop and implement instructional tools, programs and materials. You’ll receive real-world training from e-learning experts.
Credits required:
12 credits
Cost per credit:
$600/credit
Time to completion:
As few as 12 months
Delivery:
100% online
Curriculum for graduate certificate in Online Teaching
First Year Fall
IDT720 Intro to Instructional & Course Design – 3 credits
IDT730 Online Teaching & Facilitation – 3 credits
First Year Spring
IDT740 Assessment & Evaluation of Online Learning – 3 credits
IDT750 Technology Application – 3 credits
Total Credits = 12
The Online Teaching certificate program includes four online courses. Introduction to Instructional Design addresses the primary concepts and structures of effective online instruction. In the Online Teaching and Facilitation course, you’ll find the best way to structure an online learning experience that meets the needs of the learner. Assessment and Evaluation of Online Learning teaches an understanding of the design and implementation of appropriate assessment techniques for online learning. The capstone course focuses on effective approaches to implementation and change management.
Quick facts
- Learn with an emphasis on structural design
- Earn endorsement in online teaching through the state Department of Education (for Pennsylvania licensed teachers)
Career opportunities for graduate certificate in Online Teaching
Colleges, K-12 schools and companies are increasingly seeking instructional designers who can improve learning across environments, whether it be in person, online or a combination. With the Online Teaching graduate certificate, you will be prepared for positions in teaching or industry, including business development manager, instructional consultant, content designer, multimedia designer, IT training manager, learning coordinator and learning services manager.
Admission requirements and application process
You can apply for free online, and must submit the following materials:
- Official transcripts from all degree-granting institutions you have attended
- Personal essay that describes your academic objectives
- Current resume or curriculum vitae
- Two letters of recommendation that address your leadership potential and ability to succeed in graduate-level work
Apply
anytime
Start terms:
Fall, Spring & Summer
An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred; however, provisional admission is also possible if you do not meet all of the admission criteria but exhibit a strong possibility of academic success.
Contact Admissions
If you are interested in this certificate program, our Admissions team is available to assist you with the next steps.
Make a difference: Minor in Public Policy & Leadership
A minor in Public Policy and Leadership can help you become a change agent. This program will help you learn how to analyze, evaluate and implement policy decisions.
You will gain understanding of the political constraints faced by policymakers, how to critically evaluate the effectiveness of policies and how to measure the performance of alternative approaches to policy implementation.
Public Policy & Leadership minor curriculum
This minor is open to any major. A minimum of 18 credits and a capstone project or internship are required; 12 credits must be completed at Carlow.
Required Courses
- Introduction to Public Policy
- Introduction to American Government
- 12 additional credits selected with your advisor
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