Geography & Geology Teaching Community College
Certificates
Certificate
College
College of Arts and SciencesGraduate Coordinator
Dr. John Rodgersjcr100@msstate.edu
Overview
The Geography and Geology Community College Teaching Certificate is a post-baccalaureate program designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the interrelated earth systems. While this certificate does not grant professional credentials or licensure in geology or geography, it fulfills the credit-hour requirements to teach these subjects at the community college level. This program is ideal for individuals looking to transition into education or integrate their background in geography or geology into community college instruction. This program is designed for individuals seeking to meet the academic requirements to teach geography and geology at the community college level. It is also beneficial for those who wish to pursue additional certification in geosciences education.
Requirements
Applications for the degree programs are reviewed three times a year. The application deadlines for those semesters are as follows: Fall Semester – August 1, Spring Semester – December 1, Summer semester - May 1. Submit an online application. You will choose Geography and Geology Community College Teaching Certificate as your program of interest and Online Education as your campus. One official transcript showing bachelor’s degree or progress toward degree. (For international students, please submit a copy in native language along with translated copies, if appropriate.) One official transcript showing ALL work after bachelor’s degree. (For international students, please submit a copy in native language along with translated copies, if appropriate.)Payment of $60 non-refundable application processing fee for domestic students. Payment of $80 non-refundable application processing fee for international students
