Effective Classroom Management Solutions Certificate

Build a Positive Environment in the Classroom – A Fully Online Program

Take an individual classroom management course or work toward earning a certificate with multiple courses.

The Effective Classroom Management Solutions Certificate helps new teachers develop a strong leadership approach, and offers experienced teachers the opportunity to improve existing practices. In all cases, classroom management training is necessary to create an effective learning environment for all students. 

Our classroom management online course was designed to help teachers learn how to cultivate a place where everyone can focus on educational goals and be successful. Using specialized tools and strategies, this certificate program will guide you in how to help students become more engaged through intrinsic motivation and by encouraging positive relationship building.

Certificate Requirements

Complete three required courses and choose one elective course for a total of 11 units to earn a professional certificate in Effective Classroom Management Solutions. The certificate can be completed in as few as two semesters.

Required Courses

• EDU-X776- Classroom Management (prev #: EDU-508ZB)
• EDU-X702A- Teaching Positive Social Skills to Students (prev #: 506YG)
• EDU-X700A- Teaching Methods for Diverse Learners (prev #: 506YE)

Elective Course (Choose One)

• EDU-X796 Maximizing Student Achievement through Classroom Management (Elem) (prev#: EDU-506YA)
• EDU-X797 Maximizing Student Achievement through Classroom Management (Sec) (prev #: EDU-506YB)
• EDU-X735R Introduction to Restorative Practices

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Learning Method Information

Online Self-Paced

Online Self-Paced: Our online self-paced courses are similar to online fixed-date courses, but are designed to give you a six-month period from time of enrollment to complete all assignments. Like fixed-date courses, online self-paced courses are asynchronous, meaning that you can work on assignments anytime. There are no assigned due dates in self-paced courses. Your instructor will provide written feedback on all assignments and exams, and calculate grades based on completed projects, assignments, and exams.

How is the self-paced course structured?  Content is divided into three or seven learning modules. Each module will cover one or more topics. Within each of the learning modules, you can expect the following components:

• Module introduction that outlines what you can expect to learn
• Required readings (textbook, articles, journals, websites, etc.) and presentations (audio and/or video)
• Assignments (written assignments, quizzes, blogs, etc.) based on the readings and presentations
• Module conclusion to review the topics and what you should have learned
• Typically, there is a final project, paper, or exam due in the last module that culminates all of the topics covered in each of the learning modules. 

Classroom Management Certificate Program Curriculum

Enroll in courses individually or opt to pursue the certificate by taking all required courses, while earning graduate-level extension credits.

You can expect the following from online self-paced courses:

• Evaluation of completed assignments by an assigned instructor
• Flexibility to complete courses within six months from enrollment
• Instructor interaction and feedback provided between assignments
• Complete online access to articles, videos, and resources provided within the course

Benefits of USD’s Effective Classroom Management Solutions Certificate

Here are some of the primary benefits of completing the USD Effective Classroom Management Solutions Certificate program:

• Analyze current classroom management styles and techniques and implement new practices to promote positive social skills and behaviors in the classroom.
• Gain confidence in your ability to address conflict in the classroom and find resolutions for all parties.
• Learn how to create and nurture a positive learning environment that allows all students to strive for excellence.

Experienced Faculty Instructors

Our instructors, most of whom hold advanced degrees, are experienced practitioners and subject matter experts who engage each student in a stimulating and participative learning environment. Their years of classroom experience allow them to share their specialized knowledge on how to engage different learning styles and foster an inclusive and positive learning environment.

Frequently Asked Questions