Online Graduate Certificate & Professional Development for PreK–12 Teachers
Created by the WPI STEM Education Center with a decade of work alongside PreK–12 classroom teachers, this 12-credit certificate turns STEM theory into project- and problem-based practice you can use immediately.
WPI’s graduate certificate in STEM education is designed for PreK–12 educators who want to bring high-quality, project- and problem-based learning into their schools and classrooms. The courses weave STEM theory with classroom application, so you leave with content knowledge and pedagogy you can put to work immediately.
Courses run synchronously online, in the evening and over the summer, so working educators can connect, exchange ideas, and learn with and from one another without stepping away from the classroom. Pursue the certificate on its own or let it become the first four courses of the master’s in integrated STEM education.
graduate credits that combine content with pedagogy
4
courses stack directly into the master’s in integrated STEM education
100%
online, can be taken from the comfort of your home
WEBINARS
Graduate Studies Series
Team members from Graduate & Professional Studies host quick and convenient webinars designed to highlight popular topics when starting grad school. Take a deep dive into specific areas of interest such as how to secure funding, how to ace your application, an overview of student services, and more!
Curriculum: STEM Certification Coursework for Teachers
Program Requirements
12 graduate credits, structured around a required pedagogy foundation and your choice of STEM content electives.
6 credits—Required STEM Pedagogy Courses
EDU 500—Foundations of Integrated STEM Education
EDU 510—Classroom Climate that Supports Diverse STEM Learners
6 credits—Elective Content or Pedagogy Courses
Any existing WPI graduate course focused on STEM content and/or pedagogy Selected in consultation with your program director to match your professional goals
Courses
Course
Title
Type
EDU 500
Foundations of Integrated STEM Education
Required
EDU 510
Classroom Climate that Supports Diverse STEM Learners
Required
To find the next offering of online STEM education courses, visit the registrar’s site. To view full course descriptions, visit the Graduate Catalog.
Building toward a master’s degree? Every course in this certificate counts toward WPI’s master’s in integrated STEM education—so the credits you earn now keep working for you later.
Exclusive Tuition Savings for Full-Time Educators
At WPI, we value the dedication of educators. That’s why we offer significant tuition discounts on select graduate programs for full-time PreK–12 teachers.* Visit our Tuition and Fees page for current pricing and eligible programs.
Who Should Apply: STEM Endorsement & Certification for Teachers
Massachusetts STEM Educators Advancing to Professional License
Already have a master’s degree in general education, leadership, or another topic? The state requires 12 graduate credits in your content area and/or general pedagogy. This certificate meets the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s requirements for professional license.
Rhode Island Educators: STEM Endorsement Requirements
WPI’s STEM Education Center is an approved Rhode Island Department of Education vendor. Complete EDU 500, 510, 520, and 530 and earn the Rhode Island Integrated STEM Education endorsement (K–5), with the graduate certificate as a bonus.
Teachers Transitioning into a STEM Role
Considering a move into science, math, computer science, or tech/engineering education? Build the pedagogy and content knowledge to make the switch with confidence.
