The Certificate in Computers in Education is an 18-credit post-baccalaureate program that develops educators’ competencies in using a wide range of computer applications in classroom settings. The program provides introductory, intermediate and advanced coursework and addresses candidates’ range of knowledge and skill through individualized projects and options.

Candidates who begin in the Certificate in Computer Education program may later apply to the Master of Science in Instructional Technology – Educators. If accepted, successfully completed certificate courses will be applied to fulfill the master’s degree requirements. Candidates should apply for the master’s program before completing 12 credits in the certificate program.

Candidates are generally experienced public and non-public school teachers (certified or non-certified) who want to develop advanced knowledge and skills in classroom computer applications and prepare to serve as leaders incorporating instructional technology at the classroom, building, or district level.

Non-certified candidates may be required to take additional coursework in curriculum design or pedagogy as a foundation for the certificate program based on a case-by-case review of the applicant’s academic and work background.

Program of Study

It is strongly recommended that the candidates take the courses in the order presented here. Exceptions may be made in consultation with the faculty advisor.

Pedagogical Core
EDIT 602 Survey of Instructional Technology - 3 credits
EDIT 603 Foundations I Philosophy of Instructional Technology - 3 credits
EDPC 610 Foundations II Diversity, Learning and Technology Education - 3 credits

Technology Core
EDIT 605 Instructional Applications of the Internet - 3 credits
EDIT 610 Multimedia/Authoring - 3 credits

Elective (3 credits from among)
EDSS 620 Social Studies and Technology - 3 credits
EDLA 615 Language Arts and Technology - 3 credits
EDMA 625 Mathematics, Science and Technology I (Math focus) - 3 credits
EDSC 626 Mathematics, Science and Technology II (Science focus) - 3 credits

Faculty and Advisors

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