Graduate Certificate in College Teaching

The Certificate in College Teaching is an interdisciplinary certificate that aims to equip graduate-level students with the necessary development and tools to pursue a career in academia. The program allows students to gain skills in teaching, professional development, and accessibility. By allowing students to select classes they want to take from an expanded curriculum, they can mold the certificate into an experience that best fits their needs for their future career aspirations. In alignment with the Graduate College’s mission, the Certificate in College Teaching is a student-centered program that supports the academic and professional growth of its participants across a broad range of disciplines.

The Graduate Certificate in College Teaching helps future faculty learn how to teach in a college classroom. Students learn how to plan lessons, support different types of learners, and create clear, accessible course materials. The program gives them the confidence and skills they need to teach effectively in higher education.

• Use good teaching methods to help college students learn.
• Create lessons and materials that are clear and easy to follow.
• Make classes welcoming and accessible for all students.
• Write basic teaching materials like a syllabus or teaching statement.
• Think about what works well in the classroom and improve over time.
• Use teaching approaches that fit your specific field or subject. 

The University of Cincinnati and all regional campuses are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Graduates of the Certificate in College Teaching are prepared for teaching and education-focused roles in higher education. The program strengthens your teaching skills, builds your professional portfolio, and helps you stand out in competitive academic job markets.

Possible Career Paths

• College or university instructor
• Instructional designer or curriculum developer
• Academic support or student success specialist
• Learning experience designer
• Educational program coordinator
• Graduate teaching assistant with advanced training
• Online course instructor or facilitator
• Staff positions in centers for teaching and learning