STEM Educational Leadership Certificate
The STEM Educational Leadership Certificate is designed to promote the continued development and professional growth of prospective STEM educaiton leaders. This certificate program is standalone or can be completed as part of the STEM Education, M.S.Ed. program.
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Program Details
Overview
This certificate helps you:
- The STEM Educational Leadership Certificate is designed to promote the continued development and professional growth of prospective STEM educaiton leaders. This certificate program is standalone or can be completed as part of the STEM Education, M.S.Ed. program.
To start, you need:
- A bachelor’s degree
- Desire to further your professional career
- Recommended 3 years of teaching experience
Licensing Recommended:
- Those holding a teaching license or in a licensure pathway will be given first consideration
Finishing will take:
- Completion of 18 credits
- Courses completed over two summers
Begin your Certificate program:
- Next term
Where you will take classes:
- Online
Tech you will need:
- Computer with internet connection
- Video conferencing capability (e.g., Zoom)
Where this program can take you:
With a completed certificate, you will be:
- A qualified STEM educational leader and advocate.
- Have a developed understanding of STEM education and current standards.
What you will learn:
Support the development of leaders in STEM education by promoting in-depth understanding of current STEM related standards, the need for access and equitable opportunities in STEM for all students, and instructional practices with a particular focus on research and evidence-based practices. Provides opportunities and experiences to gain advanced expertise and skills to be better equipped for greater effectiveness in their roles as leaders of STEM in educational settings. Prepare educators to take their place at the table as a STEM educational leader and advocate.
Learning outcomes:
- Deepen foundational knowledge of STEM policies and STEM pedagogical content knowledge expertise.
- Develop STEM leaders who create, support and advocate for environments for STEM learning focusing on equity and opportunities for all.
- Improve ability to use best practices in STEM professional development to enhance coaching and facilitation skills, and design innovative professional learning opportunities in STEM.
- Exemplify professional leadership dispositions and reflective practice while contributing to the field of STEM education.
Application Requirements
Deadlines and key dates:
- You may apply to the program any term.
Detailed application requirements
Application materials required for WOU Graduate admission:
- Application Fee $60
- Transcripts
- You can upload an unofficial copy of your transcript to complete your application for admission. We will require an official transcript from the Colleges or Universities you have attended for formal admission. Save as PDF with your first and last name in time from all previous colleges.
- Transcripts are used as Evidence of completion of a four-year baccalaureate degree (or international equivalent) from regionally accredited institution as defined by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars, with a cumulative B average (equivalent 3.00 on a U.S. 4.00 grading scale) on the most recent baccalaureate degree. Applicants who hold a master’s degree will have the 3.0 GPA requirement waived. Students with less than 3.0 can also provide passing MAT/GRE scores to be fully admitted.
Application materials for STEM Certificate:
- Current Resume
- Save as PDF with your first and last name in title.
- Personal Statement
- Please provide a brief statement explaining your interest in a graduate degree in education, the content specialty area you are interested in pursuing, and how it will help you meet your current and/or future professional goals.
- Professional Characteristics Form
- Review the professional characteristics document and upload.
Process: You will be notified via email regarding acceptance status of your complete application. A complete program application includes your current resume, professional statement, professional characteristics form, and all transcripts. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. You will be notified via email if you are missing any application components.
Curriculum
STEM Certificate Education program contract:
Once admitted to STEM Certificate Program, you will work with an advisor to plan the courses you will take and how you will complete the academic requirements of the program. By filing this Certificate Contract (PDF form), you have a road map for completing your certificate and clarity on what to expect.
*Students completing an endorsement, certificate, or specialization only are not eligible for federal financial aid.
Core Courses
- ED 609 Practicum Credits: 1-15 Credits: 3
- ED 637 Inquiry Into Pedagogy Credits: 3
- ED 678 STEM Education For All Credits: 3
- ED 690 STEM Educational Leadership Credits: 3
Elective Credits: 6
Selection in consultation with STEM education advisor.
Faculty
KARLA HALE
Teacher Education Instructor/Supervisor, Education & Leadership
503-838-9293 | halek@wou.edu | RWEC 161
JOSHUA SCHULZE
Associate Professor, ESOL and Bilingual, , Education & Leadership
503-838-9285 | schulzejm@wou.edu | RWEC 221
This certificate helps you:
- The STEM Educational Leadership Certificate is designed to promote the continued development and professional growth of prospective STEM educaiton leaders. This certificate program is standalone or can be completed as part of the STEM Education, M.S.Ed. program.
To start, you need:
- A bachelor’s degree
- Desire to further your professional career
- Recommended 3 years of teaching experience
Licensing Recommended:
- Those holding a teaching license or in a licensure pathway will be given first consideration
Finishing will take:
- Completion of 18 credits
- Courses completed over two summers
Begin your Certificate program:
- Next term
Where you will take classes:
- Online
Tech you will need:
- Computer with internet connection
- Video conferencing capability (e.g., Zoom)
Where this program can take you:
With a completed certificate, you will be:
- A qualified STEM educational leader and advocate.
- Have a developed understanding of STEM education and current standards.
What you will learn:
Support the development of leaders in STEM education by promoting in-depth understanding of current STEM related standards, the need for access and equitable opportunities in STEM for all students, and instructional practices with a particular focus on research and evidence-based practices. Provides opportunities and experiences to gain advanced expertise and skills to be better equipped for greater effectiveness in their roles as leaders of STEM in educational settings. Prepare educators to take their place at the table as a STEM educational leader and advocate.
Learning outcomes:
- Deepen foundational knowledge of STEM policies and STEM pedagogical content knowledge expertise.
- Develop STEM leaders who create, support and advocate for environments for STEM learning focusing on equity and opportunities for all.
- Improve ability to use best practices in STEM professional development to enhance coaching and facilitation skills, and design innovative professional learning opportunities in STEM.
- Exemplify professional leadership dispositions and reflective practice while contributing to the field of STEM education.
Deadlines and key dates:
- You may apply to the program any term.
Detailed application requirements
Application materials required for WOU Graduate admission:
- Application Fee $60
- Transcripts
- You can upload an unofficial copy of your transcript to complete your application for admission. We will require an official transcript from the Colleges or Universities you have attended for formal admission. Save as PDF with your first and last name in time from all previous colleges.
- Transcripts are used as Evidence of completion of a four-year baccalaureate degree (or international equivalent) from regionally accredited institution as defined by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars, with a cumulative B average (equivalent 3.00 on a U.S. 4.00 grading scale) on the most recent baccalaureate degree. Applicants who hold a master’s degree will have the 3.0 GPA requirement waived. Students with less than 3.0 can also provide passing MAT/GRE scores to be fully admitted.
Application materials for STEM Certificate:
- Current Resume
- Save as PDF with your first and last name in title.
- Personal Statement
- Please provide a brief statement explaining your interest in a graduate degree in education, the content specialty area you are interested in pursuing, and how it will help you meet your current and/or future professional goals.
- Professional Characteristics Form
- Review the professional characteristics document and upload.
Process: You will be notified via email regarding acceptance status of your complete application. A complete program application includes your current resume, professional statement, professional characteristics form, and all transcripts. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. You will be notified via email if you are missing any application components.
STEM Certificate Education program contract:
Once admitted to STEM Certificate Program, you will work with an advisor to plan the courses you will take and how you will complete the academic requirements of the program. By filing this Certificate Contract (PDF form), you have a road map for completing your certificate and clarity on what to expect.
*Students completing an endorsement, certificate, or specialization only are not eligible for federal financial aid.
Core Courses
- ED 609 Practicum Credits: 1-15 Credits: 3
- ED 637 Inquiry Into Pedagogy Credits: 3
- ED 678 STEM Education For All Credits: 3
- ED 690 STEM Educational Leadership Credits: 3
KARLA HALE
Teacher Education Instructor/Supervisor, Education & Leadership
503-838-9293 | halek@wou.edu | RWEC 161
JOSHUA SCHULZE
Associate Professor, ESOL and Bilingual, , Education & Leadership
503-838-9285 | schulzejm@wou.edu | RWEC 221
