STEM Certificate

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Stay ahead with CUAI's STEM CERTIFICATE

The CUAI graduate STEM Certificate program provides licensed K-12 educators with an opportunity to expand their skills and methods for engaging students in rich, powerful STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) learning experiences.

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K-12 teachers from diverse range of subject areas (including ELA, STEAM and others) can gain critical STEM understanding and fluency through a 15-credit-hour program covering elements including pedagogy, creativity and inquiry, curriculum development and STEM business/education integration.

 

You can find important information about program costs, education debt, earnings, and completion rates of students who enrolled in the STEM K-12 Education Certificate at East Tennessee State University by clicking on the Gainful Employment link.

  • Program of Study

    The STEM Certificate Program of Study consists of one (1) guided elective and four (4) STEM-specific courses:

    SCED 5600 STEM Theory and Pedagogy
    Comprehensive content perspective of theory and pedagogy related to the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The course content includes problem-based learning, performance-based assessments, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity and 21st century skills

    SCED 5610 Creativity and Inquiry in STEM Education
    Introduction to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) in a variety of real-world contexts. The course addresses important aspects of STEM problem-solving and major concepts within the design process such as working with constraints, prototyping, customer needs, product evolution, and creating maker spaces in K-12 classrooms.

    SCED 5620 Bridging STEM in Education and Business
    Explores the impacts of STEM education on student learning, engagement, and career preparation. Specific regional STEM careers and national education initiatives in STEM education are emphasized.

    SCED 5630 Integrated STEM Curriculum Development
    Addresses the critical components of integrated curriculum development specific to STEM with special emphasis on performance-based assessment and leading collaborative teams.

    For guided elective selections, click here

     

  • Admission Requirements

    In addition to meeting the ETSU Graduate School admission requirements, prospective students must:

    • Have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    • Submit a 2-page essay outlining past experience with STEM education and goals beyond achieving the STEM Certificate
  • Tuition

    Tuition

    ETSU tuition and fees

    Border County Information: Students in Virginia and North Carolina living in bordering counties in Tennessee may receive in-state tuition. For more detailed information based on your specific situation, please contact the ETSU Office of Admissions.

    Student accounts, payment calendars, and payment plan information:

    ETSU Bursar Office
    bursar@etsu.edu
    (423) 439-4212

    Financial Aid
    Financial Aid Step by Step Guide

    Types of Aid

    finaid@etsu.edu
    (423) 439-4300

The costs associated with attending ETSU can include both direct and indirect costs. Please review ETSU's Cost of Attendance for more details.