Graduate Certificates
Students who satisfactorily complete the coursework included in the areas of study listed below will qualify (on application to the Office of the Registrar) for a Wilmington University Graduate Certificate in that topic area. This is not to be confused with a Delaware Department of Education license, endorsement or teaching certificate in any category. Such credentials may only be granted by the Delaware Department of Education after all state-mandated requirements are met (e.g., candidates must have passing scores on all tests required by the DE Professional Standards Board; must hold a current Initial, Continuing or Advanced License and DE certification to teach in a specific subject area or grade level).
Wilmington University Graduate Certificates or Certificates of Advanced Study are currently offered in the following areas:
- STEM Education
- Applied Technology in Education
- Elementary and Secondary School Counseling
- ESOL Literacy
- Reading Specialist
- Special Education: Early Childhood/Exceptional Children
- Special Education: Teacher of Students with Disabilities K-12
- Special Education: Teacher of Students with Autism/Severe Disabilities
All students in the above programs must be registered for MED 6102 e-Folio (0 credits) as the first “course” in each program.
Please note that Delaware requirements for public school educators are subject to change by the Delaware Department of Education. Wilmington University makes no guarantees that students who complete the coursework outlined in Wilmington University certificate programs will qualify for state licenses, certificates or endorsements. Candidate seeking state credentials must make application through DEEDS (Delaware Educator Data System).
The most recent information about Delaware licensure and certification requirements can be accessed at the Delaware Department of Education/Professional Standards Board website.