Systems of Student Support Graduate Certificate
Empowering Learners
The UMF Graduate Certificate in Systems of Student Support prepares educational leaders to develop the skills and knowledge needed to design, implement, and lead student support services and programs in schools and districts.
The Graduate Certificate in Systems of Student Support provides students with a comprehensive foundation in understanding the needs of students, schools, and communities that require additional or specialized services. Coursework emphasizes assessing and addressing the unique challenges faced by individual students, families, schools, and districts.
A key focus of the program is equipping students to design, implement, and manage effective systems of support for learners who are at risk for social, academic, or behavioral difficulties, ensuring that interventions are targeted and impactful.
About this Program
What are the classes like?
All courses are offered using a blended format, with a combination of face-to-face class meetings and online study.
What classes will I take?
Completion of this certificate requires 4 UMF courses:
- EDU 506 Poverty in Education
- EDU 519 Risk and Resilience in Educational Settings
- EDU 579 Implementing Systems of Student Support
And one of the following:
- ECH 533 Advanced Foundations of Child Development (requires permission from ECH)
- EDU 503 Culturally Responsive English Language Learner Pedagogy
- EDU 504 English Language Learners: Equity, Inclusion, and Family Engagement
- EDU 521 Fostering Effective Learner Dispositions
- EDU 526 Assessment Course & Research-based Intervention Practices
- EDU 533 Mindfulness
- SED 529 Individualized Positive Behavior Supports
- SED 514 Literacy Development for All Students
- SED 530 Identifying and Educating Learners Who are Gifted
- SED 598 Inclusive Education Reform: a Social Justice Approach to School and Systemwide Reform