This three-course certificate program will focus on understanding, application and fundamentals of adult learning theory with a primary focus on Andragogy. The first course will focus on basic information regarding adult learning theory, its differences from pedagogy, the six assumptions of Andragogy, an adult learning process model, and applying all of this to one’s job. The second course will explore theory of teaching and learning more deeply, explore human resource development, ideas beyond Andragogy, neuroscience and exploring diversity and inclusion. The final course will focus on bringing everything together with application. Topics in the final course will include online learning for adults, computer learning for adults, future directions for adult learning, learner analysis and inventories.
Complete the requirements below to earn a professional certificate in Professional Development Facilitation and Leadership. The certificate can be completed in as few as two semesters. Learn more about the University of San Diego’s Professional and Continuing Education Certificate Benefits and Policies.
Online 3-unit professional growth course for educators to learn how to design and facilitate courses, workshops, presentations for peers, other teachers, colleagues which focuses on adult learning theory and implementation.
Once you have enrolled in your course, log in to your account to access the course Welcome Letter, which includes directions on how to access the Online Orientation and your online course.
Online self-paced three-unit professional growth course for educators that focuses on learning how to provide professional development learning experiences to adult learners providing theory and application skills.
Online three-unit course that focuses on learning how to provide professional development learning experiences to adult learners, including in an online platform, that focuses on implementation skills.
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 your assignments anytime; the difference being there are no assigned due dates in self-paced courses. Your instructor will provide feedback via written responses on your assignments and exams. Grades are based on completed projects, assignments and exams.
How is the self-paced course structured? Like fixed-date courses, online self-paced courses are asynchronous meaning that you can work on your assignments anytime; the difference being there are no assigned due dates in self-paced courses. The 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:
Enroll in one or more courses to earn graduate-level extension credits. We recommend that you take them sequentially as they build upon each other. You can expect the following from Online Self-Paced courses:
This certificate program provides continuing education for those interested in working with adult learners in a training or teaching manner, such as school administrators, teacher leaders, human resource developers, and college instructors and professors.
From classroom management and bullying prevention to teacher leadership, USD certificates provide career-enhancing skills and knowledge.
Bolster your resume as an educator by adding a University of San Diego certificate to your professional development accomplishments.
Boost your career by earning Graduate-Level-Extension-Credit and position yourself for salary advancement at your school.
Professional development courses offered by the University of San Diego’s Division of Professional & Continuing Education are taught by faculty that possess a depth and breadth of academic and real-world professional experience.
Employment opportunities in the education field are expected to grow by almost 1 million new jobs by 2030 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). With so many new and emerging opportunities, schools are going to have to compete heavily to attract and retain the most talented educators.
This makes furthering your education and diversifying your business skillset all the more important. With expertise in a wide variety of business concepts, you will not only be well suited for many job roles, you will also be in demand by the employer of your choosing.
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Requirements for completing a certificate can be found on the certificate page.
Professional and Continuing Education courses that are transferrable to a USD master degree will be stated on the course or certificate page. If you wish to transfer credit, it is your responsibility to confer with the receiving institution before enrolling, as each individual academic institution decides whether or not to accept USD Professional and Continuing Education credit.
You have five years to complete the certificate.
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Prospective students can request to be placed on a waitlist. Should a space open up in a course, those on the waitlist will be notified. We encourage you to register early for courses.
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This fully online certificate program is for K-14 educators looking to transition to teacher leadership roles and for educators currently in leadership roles that want to enhance their leadership skills with strategies and tools to become a better leader in the educational setting.
Classroom management is an essential skill for both new and experienced teachers. USD’s classroom management certificate is designed to help teachers learn how to make the classroom a place where both you and your students can focus on educational goals in a positive environment.
Character Education remains an essential but often overlooked discipline in today’s schools. This online Certificate program is designed to enhance your understanding and facilitation of teaching character to your students.