Teaching & Learning in Higher Education Post-Master's Online Certificate
Learn how to teach effectively at the collegiate level.
EdD Virtual Info Session
Wednesday, November 11 at 6 p.m.
Learn more about our program, meet faculty, and hear from current students and alumni. Tips on how to apply will also be shared during our session. Register here!
Seeking a teaching role in higher education? With Gwynedd Mercy University’s 15-credit certificate, you can market your expertise in knowing how to teach — not just expertise in your discipline. This program also helps current faculty improve their teaching effectiveness and strengthen student learning.
This certificate is ideal for those with master's degrees in a variety of fields. Better yet, the 15 credits earned here can apply toward a future GMercyU EdD degree.
Start options
January, August
Format
Asynchronous, online coursework, plus one in-person weekend residency
Program length
Less than one year
Model
Continue working as you complete one course at a time in 7-week accelerated sessions
Perk
Credits are stackable toward a GMercyU EdD degree
Ideal for
Those with a master's degree
Program Details
Ready to make a difference teaching at the collegiate level?
This certificate program was designed for working professionals, offering convenience and flexibility, as well as relevance and academic rigor. It features:
- Small class sizes organized within a cohort model — and in-person weekend residency on our beautiful campus in Gwynedd, Pa. — that allow you to expand your professional network and create meaningful relationships with colleagues. Cost of the weekend residency is built into your tuition.
- An accelerated course schedule, which focuses on one course at a time in seven-week blocks, except for one in-person weekend residency
- Rigorous coursework to help you develop the skills, knowledge, and disposition associated with effective college teaching
- Instruction and mentorship from field-experienced faculty members who are passionate about helping shape a new generation of education leaders. In fact, Program Director Raymond Bandlow, PhD, received this prestigious award for innovation in higher education from the American Association of University Administrators.
Curriculum
Required Courses - 12 credits
| EDU 860 | Foundations of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education |
| EDU 863 | Learning Models and Instructional Design |
| EDU 864 | Curriculum Development and Academic Program Design |
| EDU 865 | Adult Learning Theory |
Choose one of the following courses - 3 credits
| EDU 804 | Social Justice, Systems of Power, & Cultural Identity |
| EDU 861 | College Student Development Theory |
| EDU 862 | Advancing Social Justice through the Faculty Role |
| EDU 866 | Innovative Practices in Online Instruction and E-Learning Technology |
| EDU 867 | Cultivating Inclusive Learning Spaces: Trauma-Informed Practice for Educators |
Admission Requirements
To apply for admission to our Teaching & Learning in Higher Ed Post-Master's Certificate, you must provide:
- A master’s degree in a field related to your preferred area of concentration from an institution accredited by the Middle States Association, or comparable accreditation, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
- Official graduate and undergraduate transcripts
- A professional resume
Personal interviews are provided for all applicants. The interview permits both the student and the faculty to ensure that the program is a good fit for the students’ needs and aspirations.
Get Started Today
Call 800-342-5462 or 215-641-5510 or email gradadmissions@gmercyu.edu to contact an admissions counselor. You also can also request more information today!
