The Diversity & Equity in Education graduate certificate offers a comprehensive, social-justice focused program that empowers educators with transformative approaches to address diversity and equity issues within P-16 learning environments. Through this certificate program, participants delve into critical theories, frameworks, and practices aimed at fostering inclusive and equitable educational settings. By exploring topics such as cultural responsiveness, intersectionality, power dynamics, and social justice pedagogy, educators gain a deeper understanding of how to create learning environments that honor and affirm the diverse identities and experiences of all students. Through coursework and reflective practices, participants develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to challenge systemic inequities, advocate for marginalized communities, and enact meaningful change within educational institutions. This certificate equips educators with the tools and perspectives necessary to cultivate environments where all learners can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
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Total Credit Hours: 12 credits
Program Cost: $520 per credit hour
Course Format: Online
Course Duration: 8 weeks (fall & spring); 6 weeks (summer)
Application Deadlines:
July 15 Fall Term A
September 15 Fall Term B
December 1 Spring Term A
February 15 Spring Term B
April 15 Summer Term A
May 15 Summer Term B
No Application Fee! No GRE Scores are required!
Stackable into College of Education Degree Programs.