Online Programs: Certificate

The certificate program is designed to educate students in the area of Clinical Trial Management. Students learn the key aspects of Clinical Trial design and conduct and have the opportunity to be trained in the fundamentals of Regulatory Affairs. Students will also gain an understanding of the drug development process and have the opportunity to take a business course, such as project management. If a student chooses to continue their studies to pursue the MBS degree with a concentration in Drug Discovery and Development, all credits earned are transferable to the MBS degree, pending approval to the graduate program.

The certificate in science and technology management provides business and business-oriented courses intended to supplement training in a science, mathematics, or engineering degree. Students who already possess a graduate degree in science, mathematics, or engineering may also apply independently for the certificate program. Individuals who have worked in industry for at least five years are eligible to apply for the certificate program as part-time students.

The Strategic Leadership Certificate examines productive leadership in its many facets, through the study of evidence-based approaches for motivating individuals and teams. As organizations continue the trend of flattening hierarchies and expecting more people to lead, the skills taught in this module become even more critical. Pursing this module puts you in a unique position to help any organization that you join.

The Certificate of Health Information Management will prepare you for the business side of healthcare. You’ll learn informatics, quality assurance, compliance, medical coding, and management. Upon graduating, you will be eligible to sit for the national credentialing examination to become a Registered Health Information Administrator RHIA). Credentialed graduates hold positions in data management, finance, compliance, health record management, and other areas.

The Bilingual/Bicultural non-degree endorsement online program is designed for individuals who possess a New Jersey Standard teaching certificate or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) in mathematics, science, social studies, English as a second language, or elementary education and who wish to earn the Bilingual/Bicultural endorsement. Candidates will be recommended for the Bilingual/Bicultural endorsement upon completion of the 12-credit program. All 12 credits in the endorsement program must be completed online at Rutgers University.

The non-degree English as a Second Language (ESL) endorsement program offered at the GSE provides candidates with a foundational understanding of English language learning in K-12 settings; of English language instruction and assessment strategies; and of the relationships between language and culture in multilingual and diverse communities. The program is usually completed exclusively online and is designed for individuals who already possess a New Jersey Standard Teaching Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) in a content field or elementary education. Candidates holding a New Jersey Certificate of Eligibility (CE) must successfully complete both their 15-credit program and an alternate route program prior to being recommended for the ESL endorsement.

The non-degree English as a Second Language (ESL) and Bilingual/Bicultural endorsement program offered at the GSE provides candidates with a foundational understanding of English language learning and Bilingual Education in K-12 settings; of English language and Bilingual instruction and assessment strategies; and of the relationships between language and culture in multilingual and diverse communities. The program is usually completed exclusively online and is designed for individuals who already possess a New Jersey Standard Teaching Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) in a content field or elementary education. Candidates holding a New Jersey Certificate of Eligibility (CE) in ESL and Bilingual/Bicultural Education and are employed as a teacher and enrolled in an alternate route educator preparation program may also apply.

The non-degree Supervisor Endorsement Program offered at the GSE is nationally certified by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and allows certified teachers to take coursework that leads to New Jersey Department of Education certification as a supervisor within an elementary or secondary school setting. Students who enroll in this program typically seek to advance in their current role and demonstrate the core competencies needed to be effective leaders in public and private K-12 schools or higher education institutions. Candidates commonly continue to work for local school districts, charter schools, or other educational institutions while completing the required coursework. The program curriculum includes courses focusing on curriculum development at various levels, school administration, and supervision of instruction.

Led by expert faculty and informed by research-driven curriculum, the non-degree Special Education program at the GSE provides advanced preparation for certified teachers who wish to learn to address the instructional needs of students with mild and moderate cognitive disabilities. Through completion of the required courses, students will develop competencies in the assessment and remediation of students with learning disabilities and learn collaborative teaching and consultation skills. Applicants should note that this program is not aligned to any specific degree program, does not lead to a degree of any kind. Instead, it is intended for educators who already hold a New Jersey Standard Instructional Certificate or a Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) and wish to take coursework that leads to New Jersey Department of Education certification as Teacher of Students with Disabilities within an elementary or secondary school setting.

The Graduate Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science is an on-line 12-credit post-professional course of study for medical laboratory professionals who hold a baccalaureate degree and are certified (BOC-ASCP). The clinical lab science certificate program is designed for practicing professionals who want to advance their knowledge and skills in clinical lab science and develop new proficiencies needed to meet the challenges of a changing profession and health care system. If students are not ready to commit to the Master degree program, but wish to advance their knowledge in clinical laboratory science, the Graduate Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science is an excellent option.