About
The Graduate Certificate in Career and Technical Education is ideal for those who have specific occupation knowledge and skills and would like to seek professional advancement in the field of career and technical education; or those who require professional knowledge courses for Nevada CTE certification. The Graduate Certificate in Career and Technical Education combines career and technical education teaching methodology with practical knowledge of curriculum development and techniques for advising student organizations.
Accreditation
For information regarding accreditation at UNLV, please head over to Academic Program Accreditations.
Learning Outcomes
- Students will be able to understand the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of Career and Technical Postsecondary Education and selected disciplines.
- Students will be able to plan for instruction that supports every student in meeting rigorous learning goals by drawing upon knowledge of content areas.
- Students will be able to use a variety of instructional strategies to encourage learners to develop deep understanding of content areas.
- Students will be able to seek appropriate leadership roles and opportunities to take responsibility for student learning.
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Contacts
Graduate Coordinator
Michael McCreery, Ph.D.
Department of Teaching and Learning
The central mission of the Department of Teaching and Learning is to perform educational research and prepare educators at all levels. We ensure that our professional education programs are based on essential knowledge, established and current research findings, and sound professional practice.
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College of Education
The College of Education creates an intellectual environment that promotes quality instruction, significant research, and professional service. With four unique departments, graduates receive the necessary tools and experiences to make an impact on local, national, and global scales.