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Institute for Humane Education GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN HUMANE EDUCATION
Institute for Humane Education

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN HUMANE EDUCATION

Online USA

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English

Full time, Part time

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Sep 2024

Distance Learning

Key Summary

    About: The Graduate Certificate in Humane Education focuses on integrating compassion and social responsibility into education. It offers a comprehensive understanding of humane education's principles, preparing students to promote respect for all living beings through curriculum and educational practices.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue various careers in teaching, curriculum development, and advocacy within humane and environmental education fields. They may work with schools, nonprofits, or community organizations dedicated to fostering compassion and ethical practices in society.

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Introduction

The Graduate Certificate in Humane Education comprises the five core courses required for the master’s degrees in humane education (listed below). Students who already have a master’s or doctoral degree, or who are not interested in pursuing a full degree, are welcome to apply to the Graduate Certificate program to develop expertise in the foundations of humane education and learn to educate effectively on behalf of people, animals, and the environment.

This 15-credit Graduate Certificate program in Humane Education is delivered online, allowing students to remain in their teaching professions and communities while attending graduate school.

Graduate Certificate students who are classroom educators at all levels add this 15-credit certificate to their existing credentials, enabling them to teach new content areas and advance their careers through opportunities where post-graduate work is preferred. Those who are not classroom teachers apply their learning and certificate credentials to a wide variety of endeavors, initiatives, and professions that focus on change-making.

Students are required to take the five foundational courses in humane education:

Introduction to Humane Education

Environmental Ethics

Animal Protection

Human Rights

Culture and Change

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