Graduate Certificate in Teaching in the Digital Age at Thomas Jefferson University

The Teaching in the Digital Age at Thomas Jefferson University is a Graduate Certificate program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered online at the Center City campus in Philadelphia, United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 1 year 4 months to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on May 1, 2027.

About Graduate Certificate in Teaching in the Digital Age

As of November 2024, the College of Rehabilitation Sciences is not accepting applications to our Teaching in the Digital Age Advanced Practice Certificate program. Please contact Admissions with questions at [email protected] or call 215-951-2800

As the need for rehabilitation, health, and human services professionals increases, so does the demand for qualified educators to prepare the future workforce. The Teaching in the Digital Age certificate offers these professionals the fundamental knowledge and skills to teach and develop higher education curricula.

Program Features

Four graduate-level courses (a total of 12 credits)
Certificate can be completed in 16 months
All courses are 100% online
Courses can interface with our PP-OTD Program and may be used for graduate credit toward a Doctorate degree.
Courses can serve as electives for a variety of master’s and doctoral programs
Courses are available both as a Certificate or as individual courses for degree and non-degree students
Students use the latest distance learning tools
Students have access to professional literature through experts on specific topic areas and a range of scholarly writing services.

Curriculum

Class & schedule options available for completing your certificate

Tuition & Financial Aid

The Teaching in the Digital Age is a graduate-level program with tuition charged per credit to allow for flexibility in pursuit of this certificate. Please visit the University's Tuition Information page for more information about programmatic tuition and fees.

Employee Tuition Reimbursement

Your employers may have funds budgeted to pay for tuition, either as tuition reimbursement programs or continuing education funds. If you are a Jefferson Health employee, visit MyJeffHub for more information on Jefferson's Tuition Assistance Program.

Disciplines

College of Rehabilitation Sciences

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Graduate Certificate in Teaching in the Digital Age at Thomas Jefferson University

Entry Requirements

International applicants may be required to submit results from an English Language Proficiency Exam. Additional information about the English Language Proficiency requirement can be found on the Admissions Information page for your program of interest.

Students who have taken coursework outside of the United States should submit a course-by-course academic credential evaluation from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member credentialing organization. Applicants who do not have a NACES evaluation are required to submit official transcripts, along with an official English translation, to Jefferson for review. Thomas Jefferson University reserves the right to outsource student academic credentials to our NACES member partner for evaluation.

English Requirements

PTEMin 53
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 80

Tuition and Fee Information for Graduate Certificate in Teaching in the Digital Age at Thomas Jefferson University

Application Fee 50

How to Apply for Graduate Certificate in Teaching in the Digital Age at Thomas Jefferson University

After submitting the application, you will receive instructions on how to submit the supporting application materials listed below through your online MyJefferson account. If you prefer, you may also mail your materials to:

Thomas Jefferson University
Application Document Processing
4201 Henry Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19144

You will receive a MyJefferson identification number via email once you submit your application for admission. Be sure to include your name and MyJefferson ID on all documents that you mail to Jefferson.

Supporting Materials

The Admissions Committee emphasizes a holistic review process that examines the entirety of an applicant's academic aptitude, motivation, problem-solving skills, leadership potential and life experiences. Admission decisions are individualized to the specific attributes of the applicant.

Transcripts: Submit official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions you have attended and/or from which you earned credit. Official transcripts must be sent electronically by the institution to [email protected] or mailed to the address above. Before applying to Jefferson, please review the prerequisites required for admission for this academic program.

Personal Statement: Submit a statement of purpose outlining your interest in the program, how the course of study relates to your desired career path, and your academic and job-related experiences that are relevant to the program.

Letters of Recommendation: Submit three letters of reference that provide insight into your academic and/or professional competence. References from college or university faculty members or professional sources are accepted. You may request recommendations through your MyJefferson account.

Résumé: A current professional résumé is required.

Graduate Certificate in Teaching in the Digital Age at Thomas Jefferson University

Thomas Jefferson University

United States of America, Philadelphia