Broaden horizons in education with specialized training that leverages technology for more effective teaching and learning.
Locations
- Online (Fall, Summer, Spring entry)
Why Earn an Instructional Technology Certificate at Georgia Southern?
- Leverage technology to improve teaching and learning.
- Develop versatile technology skills that can extend beyond education.
- Flexible and affordable online classes fit your lifestyle.
- Program approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.
- 24 credit hours to completion.
The graduate certificate in instructional technology provides specialized training in the use of technology for teaching and learning. Designed for education professionals who are passionate about expanding possibilities with technology, Georgia Southern’s educational technology program will equip you with the digital expertise to nurture innovation in learning and level up your career.
Our program is fully online and can be completed at your own pace, freeing you to pursue advanced education while you continue working. The Instructional Technology certificate is structured for those who currently hold a valid level 5 or higher induction, professional, advanced professional or lead professional teaching certificate, leadership certificate, service field certificate or life certificate.
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What Can You Do With an Instructional Technology Certificate?
Education professionals who hold a graduate-level instructional technology certificate are qualified for a number of roles that integrate technology and education. Whether you choose to work in K-12 schools, higher education, consulting, or curriculum development, you’ll be focused on using technology and digital media to make learning more effective, engaging and accessible.
Common career paths include media specialist, technology specialist, distance/online learning coordinator, learning management system administrator and educational technology consultant, but this field is continuing to grow with plenty of opportunity ahead.
What You’ll Learn
The program helps you develop a vision for the use of technology to promote excellence and support transformational change throughout educational organizations. Your coursework will train you in the knowledge and skills to create effective digital learning environments for all students, including those with diverse needs.
You’ll study digital tools and resources, information fluency, data analysis, instructional design, educational needs and more. The program concludes with a practicum in instructional technology, where you’ll apply your knowledge and gain field experience to complete your preparation for the certification exam.
Want to Learn More
The Department of Leadership, Technology, and Human Development anticipates that graduates of the Certificate program in Instructional Technology will be eligible to seek professional certification by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission as a certified teacher/leader in Instructional Technology. Visit the for more information.
The department has not determined whether these programs satisfy the requirements of all states and territories for a teacher certification in Instructional Technology. Check the requirements of your state or territory using the link provided.
For all Online Programs:
Federal Law requires colleges and universities to make certain disclosures to prospective students of these programs. These disclosures include information on the University’s authority to operate outside of Georgia, the complaint processes, adverse actions, refunds, and program closure. For required disclosures about online programs offered by the University, visit the Georgia Southern State Authorization and Professional Licensure Webpage.
Take the Next Step
Use technology to inspire innovation in education. Earn your graduate-level information technology certificate at Georgia Southern.
Contact Us
Graduate Academic Services Center
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College of Education
P.O. Box 8083
Statesboro, GA 30460
Phone: 912-478-1447
Fax: 912-478-5093
gasc@georgiasouthern.edu