Post-Baccalaureate Certificate In STEM Education Endorsement

The purpose of the STEM Education Endorsement Certificate is to develop knowledge and expand ability for teaching STEM through authentic integration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The program involves a nine-credit hour sequence with field experiences, collaborative learning, and community-based engagement. The courses focus on planning for, implementing, and reflecting on equitable STEM teaching practices and strategies that center student-driven learning through open-ended, complex problems. The certificate aligns with an in-field certification through the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC).

The following are program-specific requirements beyond the general Graduate Admissions requirements. To be considered for admission to this program, the following application materials must be submitted to the KSU Graduate Admissions Office:

• Must possess a renewable Georgia teaching certificate. Candidates who have completed all requirements for the Georgia level 4 teaching certificate have until the end of the first semester to obtain certification. 

Not all programs are available to residents in all states. Please check the institution's State Authorization and Professional Licensure website(s) to ensure you reside in an authorized state.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Georgia Professional Standards Commission