Catholic Studies for Educators Graduate Certificate

Informed by the Benedictine tradition and in accordance with the Magisterium, this certificate program forms students with a solid Catholic pedagogy. 

At the University of Mary, we believe strongly in the value of an education infused with the doctrine and teachings of the Church and the Magisterium. By completing this certificate, you’ll gain the knowledge you’ll need to infuse your own classroom with Catholic teaching and position yourself for a successful career as a Catholic school teacher or administrator.

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Get in touch with any questions or submit the simple application for admission.
We will assist you every step of the way toward acceptance so you can enroll and begin your classes!

At a Glance

$82,420
Mean Annual Wage for Philosophy and Religion Postsecondary Teachers

Program Length

12-13 credits/6 courses

Formats

  • Online
  • Blended with courses online and at our main campus in Bismarck, ND

Tuition per Credit

$550

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Is This the Degree For Me?

Who It’s For

  • Catholic educators
  • Public educators who want to move into Catholic school education
  • Students who want to take a meaningful step toward earning a master’s in Catholic Studies
  • Any educator interested in Catholic teachings

Career Paths

  • Catholic School Teacher
  • Catholic School Administrator
  • Educational Leader
  • Catholic University Leaders

What You’ll Learn

Our Catholic Studies for Educators Certificate will give you a strong foundation in Catholic thought, culture, and doctrine, providing you with strategies for integrating Catholicism into a classroom environment or educational program. You will study the history of education, along with education principles, grounded in the Catholic tradition. When you earn this certificate, you will be prepared to:

  • Demonstrate a solid understanding of Catholic pedagogy.
  • Incorporate the Church’s teachings throughout all areas of the classroom, not only during religion classes.
  • Understand the history of Western education, including modern challenges.
  • Apply principles of Catholic education to issues including theories of the human person and human flourishing, diversity in educational philosophies and trends, use of technology, theories of instruction and assessment, the relationship between parochial and public education systems, etc.

Program Details

Course Requirements

Please visit our catalog for a list of all courses and credits.

Your first step is to get in touch with any questions or submit the simple application for admission. We will assist you every step of the way toward acceptance so you can enroll and begin your classes!

  • Online

  • Blended with courses online and at our main campus in Bismarck, ND

For a list of courses for the Catholic Studies for Educators Certificate, please visit the catalog.

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  • Tuition: $550/credit
  • Technology fee: $43 per credit
  • Parking fee (evening class participants only): $25 per semester

For a full list of fees, visit our Tuition and Fees page.

The University of Mary is committed to putting your educational goals within reach. Learn what scholarships you qualify for.

The following will be needed when you have applied for admission so we can get you accepted into the certificate program:

  • Completed application
  • Official transcripts
    • Attended the University of Mary before? Then we’ll get your Mary transcript for you!
    • At most other schools, you can request transcripts by going to the National Student Clearinghouse or by contacting the registrar’s office. 
    • Have your transcripts sent to:
      Office of Admissions
      University of Mary
      7500 University Drive
      Bismarck, ND 58504
    • Or request to send electronic transcripts to registrar@umary.edu

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