Online Gifted Education Graduate Certificate

Arizona State University's gifted education graduate certificate teaches you how to identify and serve highly capable students and create the conditions needed for success in advanced learning. Whether you’re a teacher, administrator, school psychologist, behavior analyst or family member, completing a gifted education certification online will prepare you to provide valuable and relevant support to talented children.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 01/13/2025


Total classes:

Total classes: 5

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 15

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What is a gifted education graduate certificate?

A gifted education graduate certificate focuses on theory and pedagogy in relation to the special talents and needs of high-performing students. Throughout this graduate certificate curriculum, you’ll learn how to develop and provide the most current and relevant instructional methods and services to gifted learners. Technology is a critical resource in educating talented learners, therefore many courses present valuable digital tools for engagement.

Will this certificate get me a gifted education endorsement?

If you’re already a credentialed educator in Arizona, successfully completing this gifted education training will assist you in qualifying for the gifted education endorsement for K-12 education provided by the Arizona Department of Education. Please refer to the Arizona Department of Education’s website for additional requirements.

If you currently work or plan to work as an educator in another state, please contact your state department of education to confirm this program meets its educational standards and you’re eligible to apply for an endorsement in your area.

This certificate doesn’t lead to teacher certification or an initial educator license. However, you can earn the gifted education certification on its own or complete a graduate degree at the same time. The Master of Education in curriculum and instruction with an emphasis in gifted education is also available for those interested in a full-length graduate program leading to teacher certification. 

What skills will I earn in this gifted education certificate?

Completing a gifted and talented certification online equips you with the specialized, relevant skills needed to support high-performing students. You’ll learn how to recognize learning potential and address the distinct needs of gifted and talented students. You’ll also build an understanding of gifted students' affective and educational needs and know how to design and deliver challenging, differentiated curriculum and instruction. You can expect to build mastery in skills, such as:

  • Advising, educating and developing exceptional students.
  • Identifying top pupils.
  • Measuring and testing in gifted education.
  • Teaching methods for talented learners.

Will my diploma say 'online'?

No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”

Gifted education certification courses

The core and elective courses in this gifted education training certificate provide a common foundation for all students looking to advance in the field, along with the opportunity to dive deeper into an area of particular interest. Courses may include:


What can I do with a gifted education certificate?

With a gifted education certification, credentialed teachers can seek opportunities in honors classrooms, and administrators can apply for roles as coordinators for gifted students. Additionally, support staff can learn to better understand high-performing students. Potential career paths include, but aren’t limited to:

Distinguished and accomplished educators

The Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College faculty draws from a range of academic disciplines including cognitive science, psychology and economics. They seek to answer questions about the process of learning, teaching practices and effects of education policy. Our faculty is also committed to connecting research to schools and other learning environments. They ensure teacher and leadership preparation programs combine scholarly rigor with practical application.

Distinguished and accomplished educators

The Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College faculty draws from a range of academic disciplines including cognitive science, psychology and economics. They seek to answer questions about the process of learning, teaching practices and effects of education policy. Our faculty is also committed to connecting research to schools and other learning environments. They ensure teacher and leadership preparation programs combine scholarly rigor with practical application.

How to apply

Applicants to the graduate certificate in gifted education program must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College.

Join one of the best colleges of education in the nation

Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College brings people and ideas together to increase the capabilities of educators and the performance of education systems. According to U.S. News & World Report, Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College is the only U.S. college of education to rank in the top 15 for both on-campus and online graduate education degrees.

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best online master’s in curriculum and instruction programs.

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Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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