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English

In Texas, high school teachers need a graduate degree and eighteen credit hours to teach dual-credit courses, which can be earned through this certificate.

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Degree
  • Graduate Certificate
Location
  • Online
Type of Instruction
  • Online
Length

18 Credit Hours

enhance your credentials

Level up your career! A graduate certificate with 18 hours of English allows you to teach college-level dual credit courses in Texas high schools if you have a separate graduate degree. The certificate also qualifies you to teach freshman- and sophomore-level English courses at colleges if you hold a separate graduate degree.

How long does it take to finish this program?

We recommend that students take no more than two classes per semester. At this pace, a student could finish in three consecutive semesters.

*Summer courses are available but are not required.

When can I apply?

application deadlines

Fall

  • August 1

Spring

  • December 1
Dr. Zoe McDonald discusses masters program and her own experience through graduate school.
Dr. Zoe McDonald discusses masters program and her own experience through graduate school.

Prepare Your Future

Students choose their own path!

  • Flexible curriculum

    Students have the opportunity to chart their own path with three courses in writing and pedagogy and three literature electives chosen from a variety of courses offered.

  • Ability to Transfer to MA

    Courses transfer to an MA in English at SHSU. Once the certificate is complete, students only need an additional 18 hours for the MA in English. Students need to complete the MA in English application.

  • Short completion time

    If students complete two courses per semester, they can finish within a year. We offer two semesters in the summer. Online courses provide flexibility and convenience.

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expand your knowledge

Our certificate program meets requirements to let high school teachers in Texas teach college-level dual credit classes, as well as freshman and sophomore college classes.

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Our nationally recognized and award-winning professors bring extensive educational and research experience, demonstrating their commitment to excellence in teaching.

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Ready to learn how SHSU can help you or to start your application today? Our Admissions team is here to help. Call 936-339-0148