Accelerated >> Flexible >> Supported

Whether you're ready to dive in full-time or need to ease in with just one course, Temple’s graduate certificate teacher preparation programs are designed to meet you where you are—and help you keep moving forward. With start dates available year-round, you can begin your program in any academic term:

  •  Summer I term: Mid-May through late June
  •  Summer II term: Late June through mid-August
  •  Fall: Late August through December and
  •  Spring: Mid-January through May

Once enrolled, you’ll continue building momentum each term—unless you’ve arranged an approved Leave of Absence with the Graduate School. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. From application through certification, our team is here to support your goals every step of the way. Contact us: educate@temple.edu.

Accelerated Program

Table displaying accelerated pathway to Early and Elementary Education Graduate Certificate

Sample Course Schedule

Fall

Spring

Summer

Year 1

ECED 5107: Math Methods

ECED 5109: Science Methods

ECED 5206: English Methods

ECED 5108: Social Studies Methods

EDUC 5888: Student Teaching

SPED 5211 (6-weeks)

TESL 5631 (12-weeks)
Suggested course schedule to complete the ECED Grad Cert program in an accelerated one-year program

Flexible Program

Table displaying flexible pathway to Early and Elementary Education Graduate Certificate

Sample Course Schedule

Fall

Spring

Summer

Year 1

ECED 5107: Math Methods

ECED 5206: English Methods

TESL 5631 (12-weeks)

Year 2

ECED 5109: Science Methods

ECED 5108: Social Studies Methods

EDUC 5688: Student Teaching

SPED 5211 (6-weeks)
Suggested course schedule to complete the ECED Grad Cert program in a flexible two-year program

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