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Certificate of Graduate Studies in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM)

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The Certificate of Graduate Studies in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) equips K-6 teachers to improve STEM literacy among elementary students and keep them engaged in the skills and careers associated with the STEM fields. The blended on-campus/online format allows working educational professionals the flexibility to successfully complete coursework while working full- or part-time.

  • Complete 10 credit hours at the master’s level.
  • Gain insight and confidence in how to effectively incorporate STEM instruction into the classroom.
  • Design integrated curriculum using effective instructional strategies that promote critical thinking and creative solutions for real-world challenges.

This certificate may help advance your career in teaching and administration by equipping you as an expert in your field.

Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.

Principles for effective STEM instruction in the elementary classroom. Explicit connections among STEM practices and state and national standards.
Principles associated with inquiry based instruction and the connections between science and engineering practices including question development, use of models and simulations, and designing and planning investigations.
Mathematics and computational thinking as fundamental tools for representing physical variables found in solving real world problems. Illustrating the connection between mathematics and science, problem solving strategies using real world problems, using manipulatives to teach math skills.
Principles of designing an integrated elementary STEM through an examination of integrated curriculum models, problem-based and/or project-based learning activities, and effective instructional strategies that promote critical and creative thinking.
In this exploding age of information, it is the objective of the library faculty to prepare graduates to be on the cutting edge of information technology. Information literacy is the ability to effectively access information for problem solving and decision-making; thus, the knowledge and abilities you glean from this course will open doors to lifelong learning. It is imperative for graduate study research. Since the information learned in this course is a vital foundation for all other coursework, its completion is required within the first semester of study. The course takes approximately ten hours to complete.

2022-23 Semester Check-In Deadlines

All new students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.

SessionSemester Check-InSession Start Date
Session AFriday, August 12Monday, August 22
Session MFriday, September 9Monday, September 19
Session BFriday, October 14Monday, October 24
Session CWednesday, January 4Monday, January 9
Session TFriday, January 27Monday, February 6
Session DFriday, March 3Monday, March 13
Session EFriday, April 28Monday, May 8
Session FFriday, June 9Monday, June 19

Application Process – STEM Certificate

  1. Submit your online application. Please apply for Graduate level, then choose Virginia Beach Campus, Desired Program: Certificate of Graduate Studies in Education, Major: STEM Certificate. Indicate the term you want to begin the course and Part-time.
  2. Provide your unofficial college transcripts. We require an official transcript indicating successful completion of a bachelor’s degree program. Regent has partnered with DocuSign to offer a secure, electronic way for your previous college transcripts to be delivered on your behalf once you have registered for your first semester.

    If you have an unofficial copy of your college transcripts, please email those to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: EDU Certificate Application Pieces.

    If you are an international student, or you earned college credit at non-US institutions, please submit your transcripts for a third-party course-by-course evaluation. Learn more and find recommended agencies.

  3. Complete your admissions questionnaire. In lieu of the previously required writing sample, please complete a brief admissions questionnaire based on your professional goals and interests. This should only take a few minutes to complete but please answer the questions completely and thoughtfully. This gives us a better opportunity to get to know you and align your objectives with our programs. Once completed, it will be sent directly to an admissions counselor who will be in touch with you right away to help complete the rest of your application.
CertificateTuition Cost Per Credit HourTotal CreditsTuition Cost for Certificate
Certificate in the Law & Higher Education$2509$2,250
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Autism$25012$3,000
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Christian Education$2509$2,250
Certificate of Graduate Studies in eLearning Design$25010$2,500
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Gifted & Talented Education for Teachers$25012-14$3,000-$3,500
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM)$25010$2,500
Certificate of Graduate Studies in TESOL – Adult Education-Collegiate$25015-18$3,750-$4,500
Certificate of Graduate Studies in TESOL – K-12$25015$3,750
Post-Master's Certificate in Advancing Leadership (CAL)$2509$2,250

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (Online Students)$650
Library Orientation$50 (one-time)

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CertificateTuition Cost Per Credit HourTotal CreditsTuition Cost for Certificate
Certificate in the Law & Higher Education$2009$1,800
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Autism$20012$2,400
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Christian Education$2009$1,800
Certificate of Graduate Studies in eLearning Design$20010$2,000
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Gifted & Talented Education for Teachers$20012-14$2,400-$2,800
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM)$20010$2,000
Certificate of Graduate Studies in TESOL – Adult Education-Collegiate$20015-18$3,000-$3,600
Certificate of Graduate Studies in TESOL – K-12$20015$3,000
Post-Master's Certificate in Advancing Leadership (CAL)$2009$1,800

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (Online Students)$650
Library Orientation$50 (one-time)

*Rates are subject to change at any time.

Estimated Cost of Attendance: View the estimated cost of attendance to see an example of the total cost of tuition and fees.

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