Higher Education Teaching

100% Online Certificate Program

Education Leaders

The Higher Education Teaching graduate certificate prepares and develops higher education educators to design and deliver curricula effectively to diverse student bodies. Current and future educators will increase their understanding of higher education, its various sectors, and theories and practices for effective teaching and learning.

The certificate includes core courses in:

  • high-impact instruction practices
  • adult learning theories
  • higher education foundations

Students enroll in courses that prepare them to facilitate and assess evidence-based practices. The certificate also includes two electives, giving students the flexibility to choose a concentration area such as online teaching and learning or discipline-specific pedagogical practices.  

Teaching Tools

The Higher Education Teaching graduate certificate program is designed to provide students with specific pedagogical and curriculum design tools for use in the higher education environment. Between 9 and 15 credit hours from this program may articulate to the Ed.D. in Educational Leadership (Higher Education Concentration)..

Program information including curriculum and graduation requirements can be found in the ETSU Graduate Catalog.

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Steps to Apply

  • Step 1 - Create your ETSU Application Account

    Step 1   Create your ETSU Application Account by choosing the "Sign Up" option

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  • Step 2 - Sign into the ETSU Application Portal

    Step 2  Sign in to the ETSU Application Portal and select "Start a New Application"

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  • Step 3 - Complete the Remaining Fields

    Step 3   Choose "Graduate," select your student type (domestic or international), select "Certificate," term, then choose  Higher Education Teaching and complete the remainder of the form.

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Cost

Credits to complete this program: 15 credit hours

TN Residents eRate (Out of State, 100% online) Out of State
$613 per credit hour $765 per credit hour $1454 per credit hour

-Note, tuition discounts are available for border county students.
-This amount may not include program-specific fees.

Read more about cost, paying for courses, scholarship options and financial aid.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What accreditations apply to this certificate program?

    East Tennessee State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, education specialist, and doctoral degrees. East Tennessee State University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of East Tennessee State University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website  (www.sacscoc.org).






  • What are the job prospects with this certificate?

    This program prepares students for careers as higher education educators and higher education curriculum designers.

  • Is a master’s degree required for admission? 

    Potential students must possess a graduate degree or be enrolled in a graduate program.

  • Does this certificate require the GRE or GMAT?

    Neither the GRE nor the GMAT are required.

  • Are the courses for this certificate asynchronous or synchronous?

    This program is offered online asynchronously, making it ideal for those with outside obligations.

  • Does this certificate require an internship or thesis?

    Students are expected to apply learning to the contexts in which they work. No thesis or internship is required.

  • Is this certificate designed to meet the needs of adults who work full-time and/or have family obligations?

    The program is designed for adult learners who work full-time. Cohorts will take two courses in the fall, two courses in the spring, and one course in summer.

  • What is the time to completion?

    The time to completion is 12 months.

  • When can I start?

    Students may start any semester (spring, summer, or fall).

  • Does the department offer scholarships?

    Please visit the Clemmer College Scholarship Information page for more details. Students are also encouraged to visit the Paying for Graduate School website for information regarding ETSU graduate scholarships and other financial resources.