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Graduate Certificate in Instructional Coaching

Work with instructors and teachers to improve the quality of students' education. In this online program, you will learn to create productive relationships and mentoring environments with teachers so they can flourish in the classroom.

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At a Glance

Fall 2024

Application Due Date:
07/26/2024
Start Date:
08/26/2024

Spring 2025

Application Due Date:
12/13/2024
Start Date:
01/13/2025

Summer 2024

Application Due Date:
04/13/2024
Start Date:
05/13/2024

Credits and Tuition Cost (2023-2024)

Credits Required: 9
Cost Per Credit: $594.50

Format

Fully Online

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Graduate Certificate in Instructional Coaching overview

Program format
Format
Fully Online
Total credits
Total Credits
9

What You'll Learn

Overview

Educational leadership and excellence begins in the classroom. Designed for the working professional, this 3-course, graduate certificate will prepare you to work as an instructional coach and provide professional development for individual teachers and across schools. After completing courses in this graduate certificate, you will be able to:

  • Facilitate teacher teams to solve classroom problems creatively.
  • Support adoption of education innovation and renewal initiatives.
  • Assess coaching and mentoring opportunities using data and analytics.
  • Identify your own strengths and areas of growth as an instructional coach and educator.

Course Examples

  • EDL 638 Instructional Coaching and Mentoring
  • EDL 706 Leadership for Learning-Centered Schools
  • EDL 708 Organizational Learning for P-12 Schools
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How to Apply

Application Requirements

Standard graduate application requirements apply.

  • Resume: Limited to 2 pages, providing your name and contact information as well as postsecondary education (all degrees, years awarded, institution names, emphasis area), work experiences, education certifications, professional memberships.
  • Personal Statement: Please write 2-3 double‐spaced pages, word‐processed in either Times New Roman 12‐point or Arial 10‐point, page numbers and your name in upper right corner about why you are applying to the program. If you cite literature/resources to support your comments, adhere to the academic writing guidelines provided in 7th edition of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association.

Admissions Criteria

Standard graduate admission requirements apply.

Experience working as an educator or teacher is recommended. 

Program Contact

Amanda U. Potterton, Ph.D.
Director of Graduate Certificate

Deadlines

Fall 2024

Application Due Date:
07/26/2024
Start Date:
08/26/2024

Spring 2025

Application Due Date:
12/13/2024
Start Date:
01/13/2025

Summer 2024

Application Due Date:
04/13/2024
Start Date:
05/13/2024

Distance Learning

Licensure & Authorization

Where you live matters when completing distance education activities. If you will live outside of Kentucky while completing your program, please check the Distance Learning Authorization & Licensure page to confirm that the program can be offered in your state or country, and if relevant, that it meets professional licensure requirements in your state. Please note: Admission and enrollment in a fully-online program can NOT lead to the issuance of a J-1 or F-1 student visa. 

AUTHORIZATION & LICENSURE INFO
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Student Support

Once you become a student, you will have access to a wide variety of academic support services to maximize your success. These services are available completely online to meet the needs of our online students.

Why UK Online

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Pay the same online tuition rate, no matter where you live.

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Access supporting services and success coaches to help you succeed.

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Connect with classmates and faculty during live lectures and discussions.
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