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 - Summer II (late June) start
Sample Course Schedule | Summer II | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
Year 1 | MGSE 5796 | Content Methods 1 TESL 5631 SPED 5106 | Content Methods 2 EDUC 5888: Student Teaching |
Accelerated Program - Fall start
Sample Course Schedule | Fall | Spring | Summer I |
|---|---|---|---|
Year 1 | Content Methods 1 TESL 5631 MGSE 5796 or TESL 5613 | Content Methods 2 EDUC 5888: Student Teaching | SPED 5106 |
Flexible Program
Sample Course Schedule | Summer II | Fall | Spring | Summer I |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Year 1 | MGSE 5796 | Content Methods 1 | Content Methods 2 | SPED 5106 |
Year 2 | TESL 5631 | EDUC 5888: Student Teaching |