Social-Emotional and Cognitive Development

Social-Emotional and Cognitive Development Certificate of Completion

This noncredit Certificate of Completion introduces theoretical and applied aspects of social and emotional learning and culturally relevant pedagogy. This program is intended for current and future educators. The certificate of achievement courses will increase students' knowledge base and the likelihood of success when working with school-age children, adolescents, and young adults. Students completing the requirements for this certification have completed courses focused on topics including self-assessment, identity and agency, emotional and cognitive regulation, social skills, public spirit, cultural sustainability, equity, justice, and developing content for special populations. After completing this program, students will gain workplace skills relevant to various learning environments. To achieve the Certificate of Completion: Upon completion of the following courses with a grade of 'P', the student will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

Program Learning Outcomes

• 1. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to examine mindsets, possible biases, and develop a vision for being an equity-driven educator.

• 2. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to analyze curricula through a culturally relevant pedagogy lens.

• 3. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to create a culturally sustaining classroom community that supports students’ social-emotional as well as academic learning.

• 4. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to investigate academic standards related to social justice and equity in the classroom and beyond.

Program Requirements