Blended and Online Learning in Schools Graduate Certificate

Please note that this graduate certificate program does not lead to teacher licensure.

Why choose George Mason?

• You can apply graduate certificate courses to a MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Blended and Online Learning in Schools.
• Online programs at George Mason University are as rigorous and academically rich as campus-based programs, but allow you to study whenever and wherever you want.
• You will be able to experience a variety of online education models as a learner.
• You will enter the program in a cohort, which means you will be able to learn and grow with the same group of dedicated students for the duration of your studies.
• The certificate curriculum was designed according to the International Association for K-12 Online Learning’s (iNACOL) National Standards for Quality Online Teaching.

Requirements: 15-18 credits total

Program requirements are subject to change; please refer to the Mason Course Catalog for the most up-to-date requirements.

New students may begin in the fall and spring semesters. As part of a cohort, you will not need to worry about which courses to take or when courses will be offered, as each course builds upon the previous.

Please Note: In addition to the tuition and fees described, various course and lab fees may be assessed depending on the course(s) in which the student is enrolled. Please refer to the Students Accounts Office website for more information on tuition and fees. Internship courses will incur a higher CEHD course fee to fund on-site assistance involving intensive clinical training/supervision.

*VA state residents who are eligible must apply for the 15% PreK-12 VA Educators Discount in order to take advantage of the lower tuition. Discount applies to tuition and mandatory student fees only.

Financial Aid

For information on loans and scholarships, visit the Office of Student Financial Aid. For information regarding grants, tuition waivers and other merit aid, please inquire with your graduate department. Also, many school districts offer tuition reimbursement options. Speak to your employer for more information.

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of this program, you may be qualified for the following positions:

• K-12 teacher
• Technology coordinator
• Instructional media director
• Virtual course instructor
• Curriculum director
• CIO or other district technology leader

Online learning at the K-12 level grows substantially year by year and new career opportunities open regularly. To further determine how the program can help you meet your personal and professional goals, contact Dr. Jered Borup (jborup@gmu.edu) to set up a time to speak with an advisor.

All applicants should review the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) Admissions page. For international applicants, see guidelines for International Graduate Requirements.

Prerequisites

• Hold a bachelor’s degree from a US institution that is accredited by one of the organizations found here with a 3.0 GPA in the last 60 credits of study is required (Some applicants with a lower GPA may be admitted provisionally if there is sufficient evidence of potential success)
• Applicants to this program are expected to have a valid K-12 state licensure, but exceptions can be made for those teaching in private schools or other contexts where state licensure is not required

Application Materials

• Graduate application
• Application fee
• In-state tuition form (if applicable)
• Two transcripts from each college and/or university attended (applicants do not need to send transcripts for courses taken at George Mason University). Unofficial transcripts can be used to apply but official transcripts are required once accepted to the program.
• Resume
• Two letters of recommendation
• Goals statement

If you have any questions during the application process, please contact the CEHD Admissions Office at cehdgrad@gmu.edu or (703) 993-2010.