Education for Sustainability CGS

All students must meet the Requirements for the Certificate of Graduate Study (CGS)

Overview

The 18-credit Certificate of Graduate Study in Education for Sustainability (EFS) provides preK-12, postsecondary, and informal educators as well as those working in museum education, outdoor education, parks and recreation—and other fields where natural and built environments are part of the curriculum—with the knowledge and skills to empower learners in making positive changes in their communities while shifting societies to improve the quality of life for current and for future generations. Designed in partnership with the Shelburne Farms Institute for Sustainable Schools, this certificate features an innovative co-teaching arrangement and scholarship opportunities to reduce costs for graduate students. Students completing this certificate will develop a strong practical and theoretical foundation in action research, transformative education, youth leadership, and education for sustainability. Elective courses provide an opportunity for students to deepen their understanding of EFS in the context of food systems, agroecology, community development, and participatory research methods.     

Specific Requirements

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION TO GRADUATE STUDIES FOR THE CERTIFICATE OF GRADUATE STUDY

Completed bachelor’s degree

Completed Graduate College Application

Official transcripts from each college of university where credit has been earned

Three letters of recommendation

MINIMUM DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

18 credits including the following:

Core Courses
EDCI 6430Fndns in Ed for Sustainability3
EDCI 6440Mthds in Ed for Sustainability3
EDCI 6450Trnsfrm Ldrshp Edu for Sustain3
EDCI 6460Edu for Sustain Inquiry Action3
In addition to the core courses, students choose 2 electives (6 credits) from the following list:
Econ of Sustainable Food Syst
Community Economic Development
Inclusive ScienceCommunication
Food Systems & Science
Food Systems & Society
Introduction to Agroecology
Ecological Foundations of Agro
PAR & Transdiscipl Agroecology
Agroecol, Food Sov. & Soc Mov.