Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in STEM Education

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in STEM Education is designed for current educators interested in acquiring the instructive and technological skills necessary to integrate STEM concepts into their curricula.

Program Description

This graduate-level certificate program focuses on providing participants with the competencies that reflect INTASC standards and Next Generation Science standards. Through courses such as Design, Build and Test; Innovations in Teaching; and Problem-Based Learning, educators gain a well-rounded understanding of STEM teaching.

Curriculum

The balanced curriculum emphasizes pedagogical knowledge and skills for teaching four specific disciplines: science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The program adopts an interdisciplinary, applied approach, with courses led by active practitioners who are seasoned educators.

Benefits

• Earn a certificate that can be applied to a related Wilmington University degree program through the Dual-Credit ADVANTAGE program.
• Enhance career opportunities with a credential that demonstrates expertise in STEM education.
• Benefit from flexible scheduling, with classes starting every 8 weeks.

Career Opportunities

The STEM Education Certificate can lead to various career paths, including:

• Teachers
• Professors
• Academic Instructors
• Adjunct Faculty

Program Formats and Locations

The certificate program is available in the following format and location:

• Online

Why Choose Wilmington University?

Wilmington University certificate programs are designed to provide subject-specific knowledge that can advance careers or explore new fields. The university is proud to be the choice of many local education leaders, with over 3,500 current Delaware teachers having graduated from Wilmington University, including 10 of the last 15 Delaware Teachers of the Year.