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Graduate Certificate in College Teaching of Communication

Become a College Professor

Gonzaga’s online Certificate in College Teaching of Communication prepares you to teach at the college level.

You will gain expert knowledge on how to teach communication while developing your own teaching philosophy, foundational for a career in teaching.

This program is ideal for someone who would like the skills needed to teach in the modern classroom, both online and in person.

What You Will Learn:

  • Curriculum Development
  • Classroom Management
  • Learning Science
  • Inclusive Pedagogy
  • Online and In-Person Course Design

The U.S. Department of Labor and Statistics estimates the demand for postsecondary educators is expected to grow 8% through 2032.

Who Should Enroll:

  • Individuals with a master’s degree who want to teach communication at the college level.
  • Professionals with a master’s degree who want to teach a subject they have expertise in at the college level.
  • Teaching professionals who want to increase their skills designing online curriculums and class experiences.

Why Choose Gonzaga?

  • Fully Online Program
  • Flexible Asynchronous Courses: Designed for working adults.
  • Graduate Level Certificate: You will be taking master’s level courses.
  • Master's Credits: You can transfer all 12 credits to Gonzaga’s Online Master’s in Communication and Leadership or Online Master's in Organizational Leadership program.
  • Expertise: What you learn can be used to teach subjects other than communication.
  • Expert Faculty: With years of teaching experience our faculty equip you with the knowledge to teach online and in-person.
  • Faculty Advisor: Our professors are engaged in your success – this is not a self-paced program.
  • 3 Start Dates a Year: Start your program when it works for your schedule.

This program does not prepare you for K-12 teaching or lead to K-12 teaching certification in any state.