Certificate in Secondary Education at The University of Montana

The University of Montana offers the Certificate of Secondary Education as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Missoula , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 1 year, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for secondary education and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 21, 2027.

About Certificate in Secondary Education

Study Secondary Education at the University of Montana

Earn your certificate in secondary education at the University of Montana and get 100-plus hours teaching and learning with children and youth before student teaching.

As a middle school or high school teacher, you can have a profound influence on the students you work with. Our secondary education certificate program features an innovative curriculum and extensive clinical experiences to prepare you with the content expertise and practical skills you'll need to succeed.

You'll learn from licensed, experienced secondary school teachers who have close connections to the schools of Montana and are active researchers in their specialty fields. You'll have the guidance and support of 5-plus professional mentors, including faculty and current teachers. You'll also have access to engaging research and scholarship opportunities that total $130,000 in annual awards.

The certificate in secondary education program at the University of Montana is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Certificate in Secondary Education at The University of Montana

Entry Requirements

Academic Eligibility

First-year students: To be eligible for admission, freshman students must have met/be on track to meet all upper/senior secondary school requirements with the equivalent of a 2.5 GPA to be automatically considered for admission to undergraduate programs.

Transfer students: Transfer students must have graduated from secondary school and completed at least 12 university-level credits (1 semester) with the equivalent of a 2.0 GPA.

UM Undergraduate Admissions uses a 4.0 unweighted scale to determine GPA. If your school does not calculate GPA, we will calculate it for you when we evaluate your academic records.

Documents for Admission

Secondary school students/graduates: Please submit academic transcripts/mark sheets for grades 9-12 and secondary school leaving certificates, exam results or diplomas showing secondary school completion (if applicable)

Students who have completed at least one semester (12 U.S. credits) of university or post-secondary study: university transcript/mark sheets/exam results listing all courses, grades and credits/hours and diplomas/graduation certificates (if applicable). Students who qualify for transfer do not need to submit secondary school documents.

English translations: All documents not originally issued in English must also be accompanied by word-for-word English translations. You, the applicant, can make the translations yourself.

Admission consideration for international applicants can proceed with unofficial documents. Unofficial documents are photocopies or scans of original academic documents submitted to University of Montana directly by you, the student. Unofficial documents can be uploaded to your admission portal.

English Requirements

PTEMin 48
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 70

Career Opportunities after Completing Certificate in Secondary Education

Career development in the secondary education program

Mentorship is an important part of our program. As experienced P-12 teachers, our faculty members have been there and understand what you need to be a successful secondary education teacher, and you'll teach and learn as part of a supportive community.

Networking and professional development

The numerous field-based experiences in our program offer excellent opportunities for networking and professional development. You can connect with employers and explore secondary education jobs through our Educators' Career Fair, offered by Experiential Learning and Career Success at UM. Even your application process to the Teacher Education Program (and especially when you apply to student teach) will help you prepare for interviews with potential employers.

Student organizations and facilities

The Phyllis J. Washington Education Center features a beautiful on-site preschool, state-of-the-art classrooms, cozy study spaces, a lovely atrium and courtyard, and a coffee shop. Secondary education students are also welcome to take part in the Educators Rising student group at the University of Montana.

Tuition and Fee Information for Certificate in Secondary Education at The University of Montana

Application Fee 30

How to Apply for Certificate in Secondary Education at The University of Montana

1. Complete an online application
2. Pay the application fee
3. Submit required application documents

English language proficiency requirements
Academic records
Financial information
Copy of passport
Transfer form (for transfer students only)

You can also download our International Admissions Checklist to help you submit all required materials.

Certificate in Secondary Education at The University of Montana

The University of Montana

United States of America, Missoula