Prepare to obtain teacher certification in as few as two semesters. Online courses allow you to work full-time on an alternative teaching certificate and meet Arizona licensure requirements no matter where you’re located.

Focus your studies to fit your career goals with one of four tracks

Through this graduate certificate in teaching, you’ll receive clinical support from ASU faculty who are actively engaged in the educational research community. You’ll learn about instructional practice, assessment, content, inclusive teaching practices and more.

To customize your learning to your career goals, you'll also be required to choose a track. Available tracks include:

Elementary education
Secondary education
Secondary education physical education
Special education (mild/moderate)

Please note: The special education track only prepares students to seek certification in mild/moderate disabilities. Those interested in working with students with intense support needs must complete the Master of Education in special education – teacher certification program.

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