Graduate Certificate in English Online
Graduate Certificate in English Online
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The Graduate Certificate of Completion in English at Grand Canyon University is designed to provide a framework for current teachers to consider various career opportunities. Prepare to share your passion for the English language and inspire students by diving into pedagogical approaches and professional writing best practices. The curriculum provides in-depth instruction of the English language that focuses on four domain areas: pedagogy, teaching writing and literature, practice of professional writing and theories of writing and rhetoric.
This graduate certificate in English offers advanced education in the English discipline and field of education. This may be ideal for teachers seeking to enhance their career qualifications in preparation for a possible career teaching at the postsecondary level. This certificate program may serve to complement a master’s degree, which is the minimum requirement needed to apply for postsecondary teaching positions at many community colleges.1
Offered by the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, this graduate certificate program is ideally suited to current teachers who are passionate about literature and language and who feel called to teach the English language. This certificate offers a survey of various aspects of the English language and approaches to teaching. At our private Christian university, we offer faith-integrated courses taught from the Christian perspective.
To help you decide if this certificate is right for you, we have answers to your most frequently asked questions about our graduate certificate in English online.
A certificate program may be a useful alternative for those who are not ready or able to commit to a full master's degree program in English. It may be a helpful credential for individuals who are interested in enhancing their knowledge and skills in areas such as literature, writing or teaching English, as well as for those seeking to use their skills to potentially pursue career advancement.
Everyone’s admissions experience may be unique. Factors such as your academic background, professional experience and the competitiveness of the program can all play a role in the admission process. It’s always a good idea to review the specific requirements and criteria for the program you’re interested in, as this can help you better navigate the expectations involved.
The time required to earn this certificate can vary depending on your scheduling preferences and course load. Generally, certificates are designed to be completed in less time than a full degree. For more detailed information on your time to completion, fill out the form on this page to speak with a university counselor.
1 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2024, Aug. 29). How to Become a Postsecondary Teacher. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Retrieved Oct. 4, 2024.
2 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2024, Aug. 29). Postsecondary Teachers: Work Environment. Retrieved Oct. 4, 2024.
3 GraduateCertificate.org. (2024, Aug. 27). English Literature Graduate Certificate Programs. Retrieved Oct. 4, 2024.
GCU is proud to be an institutionally accredited university — a designation of our commitment to quality instruction. The Higher Learning Commission has continually accredited GCU since 1968. The College of Humanities and Social Sciences shares the university’s commitment to upholding the principles and standards established by our accrediting bodies.
Pursuing this certificate online allows for convenience and flexibility by taking courses that fit around your schedule, providing you the opportunity to maintain school-work-life balance. Through our innovative digital learning platform, you will interact with instructors, collaborate with peers and access a wide range of resources as you complete your graduate certificate in English online.
Online: $600 per credit [More Info]
The University will accept one course of the total certificate requirements in transfer.
Credits: Fill out the Lopes Eval to find out what will transfer
Admission Requirements (Master's)
OR 2.5+ Unweighted GPA and
Admission requirements may differ based on degree level, program and modality, or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission. Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook.
* Degree must be from an accredited college or program that has been approved by GCU.
** Combined verbal/quantitative, after August 2011 (1,000 combined verbal and quantitative, prior to August 2011).
Enhance your teaching skills with our graduate certificate in English, focused on language proficiency and pedagogy.
Coursework in this certificate program teaches a number of core competencies that can lay a foundation for effectiveness in the postsecondary classroom, including:
Mirroring GCU’s Master of Arts in English with an Emphasis in Education, this graduate certificate teaches the following:
