Secondary K-12 Certificate online
Gain teaching expertise on an accelerated timeline and prepare to instruct any secondary-level classroom. Utilize what you study immediately during your clinical internship.
Program Overview
Fill the demand for skilled educators with the online secondary education certificate
Earn the Secondary K-12 Certificate from William Paterson University and be prepared to guide young generations to success. This online path, which does not require a degree in education, readies you to teach the same subject you specialized in during your undergraduate studies. Learn to design and deliver effective lessons for students with various developmental and social backgrounds while gaining hands-on classroom experience during in-person, student-teaching roles. Take part in 50 hours of classroom observation while our faculty of industry veterans partner with you to provide feedback to help strengthen your skills.
Complete this reputable, CAEP-accredited program and graduate holding a New Jersey teaching certification and access to our renowned job placement assistance. Plus, WP requires the completion of only two additional courses if you choose to earn a master’s degree following this program.
Enroll in this reputable program and prepare to graduate with new knowledge in these learning outcome areas.
Career Opportunities:
- Secondary School Teacher
- Coach
- Curriculum Developer
- Instructional Coordinator
- Secondary School Teacher
- Coach
- Curriculum Developer
- Instructional Coordinator
Also available:
WP Online offers a diverse range of teacher preparation and education programs. Explore all our online education programs.
The College of Education at William Paterson University is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
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Tuition
Plan a budget for your online Secondary K-12 Certificate program
The William Paterson University College of Education offers the same affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition to all of our online students, wherever they reside. All fees are included in the total tuition.
Tuition breakdown:
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary K-12 Certificate | $624.55 | $1,873.65 | $16,862.85 |
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Keep up with these essential program dates and deadlines
William Paterson University online education programs are delivered in an accelerated format ideal for working professionals, with 7-week courses and six start dates each year.
Now enrolling:
| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Class End Date | Term Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer I | 5/19/25 | 4/27/25 | 4/30/25 | 5/9/25 | 5/14/25 | 7/6/25 | 7 weeks |
| Summer II | 7/14/25 | 6/22/25 | 6/24/25 | 7/3/25 | 7/9/25 | 8/31/25 | 7 weeks |
| Fall I | 9/8/25 | 8/17/25 | 8/20/25 | 8/29/25 | 9/3/25 | 10/26/25 | 7 weeks |
| Fall II | 11/3/25 | 10/12/25 | 10/15/25 | 10/24/25 | 10/29/25 | 12/21/25 | 7 weeks |
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Admissions
Take the following steps toward earning your Secondary K-12 Certificate
At William Paterson University, we’ve streamlined the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. Please read the requirements for the Secondary K-12 Certificate online program, including what additional materials you need and where you should send them. Review the Program Map to determine eligibility of this program in your state. Already working as a teacher? Individuals who have a CE or Limited CE and are the teacher of record in a classroom should consider our alternate route MAT in Secondary Education program or alternate route Secondary K-12 Certificate program.
The requirements include:
- Undergraduate degree in the content area you want to teach
- GPA 3.0 or higher
- Passing score on the Praxis Test
- Submit online application and $50 application fee
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
- Every candidate should have an undergraduate degree in the content area in which they wish to teach
o Content area options supported by WP include Art, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, English, French, Japanese, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, Physical Science, Social Studies, and Spanish
o This content area of focus must include at least 30 credit hours in the defined subject area
- Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Passing score on the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators (basic skills requirements) test – Limited CEAS candidates only
- Passing score on the Praxis Subject Assessment aligned with the student’s desired area of teaching
- Resume with names and contact information of two references
Note: Admission is open to NJ residents as well as individuals who plan to become NJ-certified teachers and work in NJ schools.
Official transcripts and other documents should be sent from the granting institutions to:
Email address: [email protected]
Mail address:
Office of Graduate Admissions and Enrollment ServicesWilliam Paterson University
Morrison Hall 102
300 Pompton Road
Wayne, NJ 07470
Courses
Details about the accelerated online Secondary K-12 Certificate courses
For the Secondary K-12 Certificate online program, you must complete a total of 27 credit hours of core courses.
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