Graduate Certificate for Dual Credit Teaching in English Literature and Language

Earn an Online Certificate for Dual Credit Teaching in English Literature and Language from St. Mary’s

The Graduate Certificate for Dual Credit Teaching in English Literature and Language is a fully online cohort program that provides an excellent opportunity for high school instructors to earn the necessary graduate hours to teach dual credit English courses. As demand for dual credit courses in Texas secondary schools increases, so does the need for qualified teachers to teach these courses. 

This graduate certificate is designed for students who already have a master’s in another field and now want to teach dual credit English.

Additional information about dual credit teaching can be found at Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges Faculty Credential Information and Texas Education Agency Dual Credit FAQs.

• Online Education

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  The Graduate Certificate for Dual Credit Teaching in English Literature and Language at St. Mary’s can be completed online.

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• Certificate Program

  The 18-credit-hour certificate program can be completed fully online within 12 months (on average):

  Graduate Certificate for Dual Credit Teaching in English Literature and Language

  Certificate students may apply their completed credit hours toward a master’s in English Literature and Language from St. Mary’s University:

  Master of Arts in English Literature and Language

• Courses

  Students will select one course from each of the following areas:

  Grammar
  American Literature
  International Literature
  Digital Humanities
  Literary Theory
  Pedagogical Development

Graduate Certificate Admission and Tuition

Admission Requirements and Process

Interested applicants must complete the online application, respond to a short answer question and upload a copy of the highest degree-granting transcript (bachelor’s or master’s). Students will also need to submit a letter of recommendation. The GRE/GMAT is not required for admission to this certificate program.

Please note: An unofficial copy of your transcript can be used to apply for admission to the program. If enrolled in the program, students will be required to submit an official transcript within four weeks of the start of class.

To discuss specific admission procedures and requirements for this program, contact the Office of Graduate Admission at 210-436-3101 or graduate@stmarytx.edu, or contact your Program Director.