The Graduate Certificate in Instructional Technology and Learning may also be completed as an area of emphasis within the M.A. in Education. The goal of this certificate is to provide hands-on exploration of a variety of technologies for the purpose of enhancing teaching and learning experiences in wide range of settings. Participants include classroom teachers in K-12 and higher education along with professionals interested in training, development, and instructional design. This certificate does not result in initial teacher licensure or added endorsement.

Prospective certificate-only students should apply for admission to Marshall University as a Certificate/Professional Development student and select, on the application form, the certificate they wish to pursue. Applicants must have:

• A baccalaureate degree from an accepted, regionally accredited institution with an undergraduate Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.50 or higher on a 4.0 scale; or
• A master’s degree from an accepted, regionally accredited institution.

The certificate requires completion of 21 hours, including a 3-hour final project course. 

Course List

Code	Title	Credit Hours
CIEC 534	Appli Software Class Curr Area	3
CIEC 600	Instructional Design & Tech	3
CIEC 615	Online Course Devel/Delivery	3
CIEC 630	Authoring Systems & Multimedia	3
CIEC 635	Using Internet in Classroom	3
CIEC 699	Final Project in Curr Area	3
Advisor-approved elective in instructional technology		3
Total Credit Hours		21