Certificate in LatinX and Latin American Education Studies

 

Empower Students and Effect Positive Change

In a diverse and complex country, education is the key to meaningful conversations and consensus building. Nearly 1 in 4 students under the age of 18 in the U.S. is now of Latino heritage (New America), making culturally relevant teaching practices more necessary than ever before.

WCU’s graduate certificate in LatinX and Latin American Education Studies provides an exploration of educational philosophies and practices from Latin America, with specific emphasis on community, cultural relevance, and social justice. The certificate program takes a critical look at educational systems, their impact on marginalized populations, and ultimately views education as a powerful tool for transformation.

 

Benefits of Earning Your Graduate Certificate at West Chester University

Flexible CCE Coursework

The LatinX and Latin American Education Studies certificate was designed with working professionals in mind. You’ll earn your certificate in just 4 courses (12 credits). Best of all, coursework is 100% online with no specific class time. That means no logging in at certain hours. Instead, you’ll be able to complete your week’s work when your schedule permits to meet your course deadlines.

WCU’s certificate program also qualifies for continuing education credits (CCE), benefitting both teachers and social workers.

Accomplished Faculty and Small Classes

WCU employs outstanding faculty. Each professor brings their own expertise and interests to the classroom from higher education philosophy and student financial debt to integrating technology into education and politics of education. They are frequent publishers and presenters both at home and abroad.

At WCU, our small graduate classes mean you’ll receive personalized attention and an individualized program experience with faculty who are deeply committed to providing mentorship, and support to each student.

Affordable Tuition

Affordability is part of WCU’s mission. In fact, our tuition has remained unchanged for 7 years running, thanks to the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Board of Governors. WCU’s tuition is among the most affordable in the region. To help put your graduate studies within reach, WCU also offers employee reimbursement options, payment plans, and graduate assistantships.

Personalized Career Advising

As a graduate student at WCU, you’ll have full access to the Twardowski Career Development Center (CDC). The experts at the CDC will help you explore career options, write your résumé, perfect your interviewing skills, and create a job search strategy. The CDC also hosts employment fairs on campus throughout the year.

 

What Can You Do with a Graduate Certificate in LatinX and Latin American Education Studies?

Many of our students are educators, social workers, and community organizers. They choose this certificate program to gain a clearer understanding of working with diverse audiences, cross-cultural communication, and to learn about the history, culture, and political environments that led to and continue to drive educational philosophies in Latin American countries.

A certificate in LatinX and Latin American Education Studies qualifies for continuing education credits (CEC) and can increase your leadership opportunities, as well as your overall empathy and cultural awareness. Our course in Latin American Narrative Learning—in particular--will increase your understanding of storytelling traditions.