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Start building the in-depth knowledge and practical skills you need to effectively deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and online instruction in various post-secondary education settings, including community colleges and universities.
Through readings, online discussions, and project-based assignments, you'll receive real-world knowledge that you can apply on the job as an instructor, either online, in-person, or both. Learn to think more strategically about:
All courses in this program are instructed online, allowing you to balance your education with your personal obligations. However, learning online doesn’t mean learning alone. If you ever have questions or need feedback, your instructors can be reached via email and offer virtual office hours.
Take the next step in your career by earning a graduate certificate in Inclusive Teaching Strategies, gaining the knowledge and confidence to stand out in the competitive post-secondary job market. This graduate certificate can open career opportunities such as:
Note: Most full-time teaching positions in colleges and universities require a master’s degree or doctoral degree. However, depending on regional demand, teaching positions may be available to those with a bachelor’s degree and graduate certificate.
Additional coursework may be required due to prerequisites
Associate Professor & Program Lead
Tobin Lopes holds a Ph.D. in workforce education and development from Pennsylvania State University, a M.Ed. in adult education and training from CSU, and a B.A. in mathematics from Claremont McKenna College. He has been practicing and studying in the field of workforce education and development since 1995. Tobin's research interests include evaluation and assessment, hybrid learning and teaching methods for adults, career development, and quantitative research methods. View Full Bio
Associate Professor
Leann M.R. Kaiser holds a Ph.D. in adult and post-secondary education from the University of Wyoming, a M.S. from Arizona State University, and a B.S. from the University of Wyoming. Leann's research interests encompass adult teaching and learning theory, transformational learning, and distance student educational experiences. View Full Bio
Assistant Professor & Higher Education Programs Coordinator
Alex C. Lange is an assistant professor of higher education in the School of Education at CSU. They also coordinate the Higher Education Leadership Ph.D. specialization and the Student Affairs in Higher Education M.S. programs. Dr. Lange helps higher education professionals and researchers live up to their institutions' missions of learning, inclusion, and transformation for all members of campus communities. View Full Bio
Associate Professor
Kelly McKenna holds a Ph.D. in educational technology from the University of Northern Colorado and a M.Ed. in education and human resources studies with a specialization in adult education and training from Colorado State University. In 2023, McKenna was awarded the “Malaysia All Disciplines Fulbright Scholar” grant in teaching and research. View Full Bio
Associate Professor
Susana M. Muñoz is an associate professor of higher education leadership at Colorado State University. Her scholarly interests center on the experiences of minoritized populations in higher education. She has been honored by the White House Initiative for Educational Excellence for Hispanics for her teaching and research. She was also recognized as a Salzburg Global Fellow and named one of the "top 25 most influential women in higher education" by Diverse Issues in Higher Education magazine. View Full Bio
Associate Professor
Jill Zarestky is an associate professor in the Adult Education and Training program in the School of Education at Colorado State University. Her research interests include STEM education and informal, nonformal, and community-based education, particularly in international non-governmental and non-profit organizations, as well as issues of sustainability and globalization. View Full Bio
| Fall semester | July 1* |
| Spring semester | October 31* |
*Note: Application dates may vary depending on student status. Learn more.
**If you submit an application by these dates, the admissions committee will review your application. If you submit an application after the deadline, a review of your application cannot be guaranteed. If you have questions, please contact Dr. Tobin Lopes for more information.
Start your application online and upload materials directly into the online system. You can save your progress and return any time.
Apply NowA bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution or a Colorado State University-recognized international institution is required.
Please note: Meeting the minimum requirements does not ensure admission to the School of Education. Admission is based on several factors, including prior academic and professional experience, your personal statement, and fit with the program.
Statement of Purpose: Please address the following in your statement:
Writing Sample: Submit an academic writing sample for the faculty to determine your readiness for graduate-level writing, to learn more about you, and to ascertain how your goals align with the objectives of the inclusive teaching strategies in college program.
Resume: Include job duties and dates of all professional employment.
Complete the online graduate application and pay the nonrefundable application processing fee (payable online). As soon as you have completed the required information, please submit your application. Your application will not be reviewed until it is complete and all required materials have been received.
Request one official transcript from the institution where you earned your bachelor’s degree. Transcripts from Colorado State University are not required. Transcripts must be received directly from the originating institution to be considered official.
Electronic (preferred): Digital Transcripts must be submitted by the originating institution using a secure service such as parchment, eScrip-Safe, the National Student Clearinghouse, or e-Quals. Transcripts received via emails are considered unofficial. Use institution code 4075 for Colorado State University or gradadmissions@colostate.edu if the secure service requires an email address.
Mail (if necessary) Graduate Admissions Colorado State University – Office of Admissions 1062 Campus Delivery Fort Collins, CO 80523-1062
View your application status at any time to ensure your application checklist is complete or to check on updates.
Once your complete application, including supporting materials, is received, the department admission committee will review your application and notify you of their decision.
Proof of English language proficiency is required for applicants from countries or United States territories where there are official languages other than (or in addition to) English. This includes the U.S. territories of American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and Puerto Rico.
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