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Why Earn Your Certificate in Instructional Technology?

Enhance Your Expertise in Digital Learning Tools with UMBC’s Graduate Certificate in Instructional Technology, focusing on the latest multimedia and web-based instructional methods.

UMBC’s Graduate Certificate in Instructional Technology is designed for professionals who want to excel in the use of digital tools and multimedia for instructional purposes. This program covers the latest advancements in instructional technology, including multimedia development, web-based learning, and project management. Students learn to design and implement technology-enhanced instructional solutions that improve learning outcomes. The curriculum is tailored for multimedia developers, instructional technologists, and educators who are keen on integrating advanced technology into their teaching or training practices. By completing this certificate, you will be equipped to create engaging and effective digital learning experiences across various platforms.

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What Are My Career Options Studying Instructional Technology?

Graduates with a Certificate in Instructional Technology can pursue careers as multimedia instructional designers, educational technologists, and digital content developers. The program prepares you for roles that involve integrating technology into learning environments across educational, corporate, and public sectors. This certificate is also beneficial for advancing in positions focused on digital learning and instructional design.

Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid

UMBC works to provide students with adequate need-based funding.

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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

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.

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.

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Contact Information

Instructional Technology Program Contacts

Main Contact

lapt@umbc.edu

Program Director

Greg Williams
410-455-2360
gregw@umbc.edu

Program Coordinator

Current Student Help
opp-studentsuccess@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, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 410-455-2537

Request Help

Email Graduate Admissions at gradschool@umbc.edu.

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