Colleges and universities frequently want new faculty to have a demonstrated proficiency in teaching as well as research. The Graduate School outlines requirements for two teaching certificates that may be earned (one for teaching proficiency at the college/university level, and one for community college teaching). Both certificates require participation in teaching workshops, demonstration of teaching skills in a formal setting and preparation of a teaching portfolio. See the Graduate School Teaching Certificate web page for details on how to complete the requirements for these teaching certificates.

Admission

This certificate is only for graduate students in the Biological Sciences Department; therefore, no formal admission process is necessary. However, the student must check with the graduate secretary of the department for detailed instructions on how to proceed with fulfilling the requirements for this certificate.