Certificate in Educating for Sustainability

Introduction

Educators are agents for change, and change is needed now. What is required to achieve sustainability is a paradigm shift, one that can be encouraged through progressive education. The goal of educating for sustainability is to teach people how to meet their needs without compromising the environment and future generations. Regardless of your position as an educator, the fundamentals of sustainability can be woven into your curriculum. Help lead a revolutionary shift in thinking and empower an entire generation to choose a healthier, more sustainable future.

This certificate is offered by AU New England.

Certificate Overview

Make sustainability your focus as a classroom teacher, curriculum leader, or sustainability coordinator. Whether you teach 3rd grade or high school history, work in a farm-to-school program or an environmental education center, this program can give you the skills and credentials to be a sustainability leader.

This certificate focuses on foundational elements of sustainability: The interdependence of environment, economy and equity, historic development of sustainability education, fundamental scientific principles, systems thinking, and community partnerships. You will learn how to incorporate sustainability at any grade level and subject area.

This certificate is specifically designed for educators who already have a master degree, are not quite ready for a full degree, or desire an engaging, place-based professional learning experience. Its curriculum is an essential part of the first MEd program in the US linking education and sustainability. As educators, we have the opportunity to model sustainability, open our students’ minds to a sustainable future, and guide children and youth to be responsible citizens for community change.

Certificate Requirements

Required Courses

• EDT 6160 Principles of Sustainability (3)
• EDT 6200 History and Practice of EfS (3)
• EDP 6160 Real World Sustainability (3)

3 Elective Credits (Choose from this list or seek approval advisor).

• EDP 6550 Sustainable Leadership (3)
• EDT 5500 Critical Skills Classroom Immersion (3)
• EDR 6940 Practicum: Curriculum (3)
• EDR 6200 Practicum: Equity & Change (3)

For course descriptions, please see the current course catalog.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Educating for Sustainability certificate have the capacity to:

• Incorporate EFS themes into teaching and classroom practice.
• Integrate EFS curricula with existing learning standards.
• Lead sustainability initiatives in your school community.
• Understand advocacy and leading a project towards sustainability.
• Help others understand sustainability across a variety of contexts.

Admissions

How to Apply

1. Complete the online admissions application, including:

• Essay questions, admissions and program-specific
• Resume/curriculum vitae (CV)
• Non-refundable $50 application fee

1. Submit official transcripts from all colleges or universities where you earned a degree or certificate.

1. email transcripts to [email protected], or
2. mail to:
   Office of Admissions
   Antioch University New England
   40 Avon Street
   Keene NH 04341-3516
3. Two letters of recommendation are required, from people who are in a position to evaluate your professional or academic work. The person making the recommendation may not be related to you.
4. There are additional requirements for International applicants and applicants without a Bachelor’s degree
5. Interview with a faculty member of the department to which you seek entry if selected. This can be in person, by phone, or via Skype.
6. Master’s and Certificate Programs do not require the GRE or any other standardized test for admissions. We consider all of your application materials, and evaluate your academic potential in a variety of ways.

Official transcripts should be emailed to [email protected] or mailed to:

Office of Admissions
Antioch University New England
40 Avon Street
Keene, New Hampshire 03431-3516

All application materials submitted become part of an applicant’s file and cannot be returned.