Education

Post-Masters Certificate in College Teaching and Learning Science

Graduate Programs

Why Earn Your Certificate in College Teaching and Learning Science?

Enhance Your Teaching Skills with UMBC’s Online Post-Master’s Certificate in College Teaching and Learning Science, designed to elevate your instructional effectiveness in higher education.

The Post-Master’s Certificate in College Teaching and Learning Science at UMBC is tailored for educators who aspire to advance their teaching careers in community colleges or four-year institutions. This one-year, fully online program focuses on essential teaching strategies, including culturally responsive teaching, engaging diverse learners, and innovative course design. Rooted in the principles of learning science, this certificate equips you with the skills to create dynamic and inclusive learning environments. UMBC’s commitment to diversity and student engagement ensures that these values are integral to your educational experience. The program also includes a practicum and a teaching portfolio, providing practical experience and a valuable credential for your professional development.

At a Glance

Post-Masters Certificate in College Teaching and Learning Science

Terms of Admission:
Fall, Spring

Campus Locations:
Online

Schedule:
Part-time

Department:
Department of Psychology

College:
College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Program Designations:
Professional Programs
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What Are My Career Options Studying College Teaching and Learning Science?

Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid

Find opportunities to further advance your career and academic studies.

UMBC participates in all federal and state student financial aid programs and offers scholarships and assistantships through the Graduate School, Graduate Departments and the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships.

Ready to Apply?

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Start Your Graduate Admissions Application

Applying to UMBC’s graduate programs is easy, safe, and secure. You can apply online as a degree seeking, non-degree seeking, or certificate student. Our online applications are managed by our trusted partner, CollegeNET. When you Apply Online, you can create an account, submit your application information and pay the $50 application fee by credit card over a secure internet connection. Already start an application? Finish up

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Check application decisions (6-8 weeks)

Please note that application decisions can take 6-8 weeks after the program’s deadline, and depend on how many applications a department receives. You will receive an email once the department processes your decision letter. You will be able to see your decision letter by logging in to the application website. Your decision letter will be where the application checklist was. You may also check your recommendation statuses to send reminders or update contact information from the user page. If you are having trouble logging back in, you can recover your account.

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Have Questions?

Please contact the appropriate Graduate School staff member for assistance, or contact our Main Office at gradschool@umbc.edu or 410-455-2537.

Application Deadlines

Fall Semester

All Students:
Apply by August 1

Spring Semester

All Students:
Apply by December 1

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Contact Information

College Teaching and Learning Science Program Contacts

Main Contact

Admissions
collegeteaching@umbc.edu

Program Director

Dr. Eileen O’Brien
410-455-2365
eobrien@umbc.edu

UMBC Graduate School Admissions Office Contact Information

Mailing Address

UMBC Graduate School
1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250

Admissions Staff

Staff are available from
Mon - Fri, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 410-455-2537

Request Help

Email Graduate Admissions at gradschool@umbc.edu.