Certificate of Graduate Studies: Education

Location: Online

Total Credit Hours: 9-18

Expand your education credentials and professional opportunities with the Certificate of Graduate Studies. You’ll be equipped with knowledge and skills that can complement your existing degree, enhance your career, provide continuing education credits, or launch you toward obtaining your full master’s degree at Regent. This graduate-level program, offered online and on campus, is taught from a Christian worldview.

Explore research-based teaching skills in specialized areas to enhance your impact.
Deepen your understanding within your area of interest.
Design integrated curriculum using instructional strategies that promote critical thinking and creative solutions for real-world challenges.

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Career Opportunities

ESL/ESOL Teacher
ESL/ESOL Administrator
Teacher or administrator in international contexts

Concentrations

Expand your credentials and professional opportunities with a Certificate of Graduate Studies in Education. With nine unique concentrations, you can gain specialized skills, broaden your knowledge in an area of interest, and acquire credits toward a possible master’s degree.

Autism

The online Certificate of Graduate Studies in Autism addresses the increasing demand for teachers to be trained to work with children on the autism spectrum. Learn methods for teaching children with autism effectively and discover how to identify and assess autism spectrum disorders.

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Christian School Administration & Leadership

The online Certificate of Graduate Studies in Christian School Administration & Leadership offers teachers the opportunity to strengthen their skills using a personalized teaching model that integrates academic excellence with a biblical perspective. Explore the intersection of God’s Kingdom and academics.

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Educational Leadership

The online Certificate of Graduate Studies in Educational Leadership is designed to give educators the tools they need to step beyond the classroom and into a leadership role in an academic environment Learn how to develop your potential as a school administrator, supervisor, trainer, superintendent, or other leader.

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eLearning Design

The online Certificate of Graduate Studies in eLearning Design allows teachers or administrators, with an interest in obtaining 21st century technology knowledge, the flexibility to complete coursework while working full time. Learn scenario-based eLearning tools and techniques for developing and managing courses and programs in a virtual setting.

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Gifted & Talented Education for Teachers

The online Certificate of Graduate Studies in Gifted & Talented Education for Teachers is designed for educators who want to deliver exceptional academic experiences for gifted and talented students. Learn how to develop effective curriculum and assessments to support both the academic pursuits and character of gifted students.

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Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM)

The online Certificate of Graduate Studies in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) is designed to equip K-6 educators with the skills needed to improve STEM literacy among elementary students. Learn how to incorporate STEM concepts into everyday teaching practices and help students acquire the skills needed for careers in STEM fields.

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TESOL – Adult Education-Collegiate

The online Certificate of Graduate Studies in TESOL – Adult Education-Collegiate is designed to equip educators with the knowledge needed to help adults who are learning English as a second or foreign language in domestic and international settings. Learn proven strategies for engaging adult learners of all levels.

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TESOL – K-12

The online Certificate of Graduate Studies in TESOL – K-12 gives teachers the skills to work with nonnative English-speaking students at the elementary, middle, or high school levels. Learn the strategies and best practices for instructing and assessing English language learners.

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Tuition & Fees

2024-25 Tuition Rates

Certificate	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Total Credits	Tuition Cost for Certificate
Certificate in the Law & Higher Education	$250	9	$2,250
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Artificial Intelligence for Education	$250	12	$2,250
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Autism	$250	12	$3,000
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Career Switcher	$250	24	$6,000
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Christian Education	$250	9	$2,250
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Educational Leadership	$250	12	$3,000
Certificate of Graduate Studies in eLearning Design	$250	10	$2,500
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Gifted & Talented Education for Teachers	$250	12-14	$3,000-$3,500
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM)	$250	10	$2,500
Certificate of Graduate Studies in TESOL – Adult Education-Collegiate	$250	15-18	$3,750-$4,500
Certificate of Graduate Studies in TESOL – K-12	$250	15	$3,750
Post-Master's Certificate in Advancing Leadership (CAL)	$250	9	$2,250

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (Online Students)	$700
Library Orientation	$50 (one-time)

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*Rates are subject to change at any time.

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“The adult track of the TESOL program in Regent's School of Education prepared me to work with students on a beginning English level as well as students on the postgraduate level.”

Joyce Erber, M.Ed., 2009 TESOL

“One of the biggest skills I learned through my studies at Regent was confidence. I learned that I am worthy, and I can go forward in my career and affect more students than just those in my own classroom.”

Kathy Galford, Ed.D., 2018 School Principal, Chesapeake Public Schools

“Just four years after receiving my degree from Regent, I had the honor of being named one of the nation's top educators. My Regent professors honed my focus on leadership, quality and innovation in education, which I use in my classroom every day.”

Lakeshia Ames, M. Ed., 2008 Educational Leadership

“Regent University taught me how to be a servant leader when it comes to reaching children. I've learned to not just teach students, but to serve them according to what they need.”

Anthony Swann, M.Ed. in Educational Leadership, 2014 5th Grade Teacher, Rocky Mount Elementary

“The Career Switcher program gave me the skills that I needed to feel comfortable stepping into my classroom and allowed for my success. I am now a first-year teacher who is thriving in an environment that applauds creativity and innovation.”

Breanna Mead, M.Ed., 2018 Career Switcher