Online Microcertificate in Indigenous Education
Education can play a powerful role in strengthening Indigenous sovereignty, language revitalization and community well-being. Arizona State University’s online microcertificate in Indigenous education prepares you to contribute to this work by applying Indigenous knowledge systems, culturally responsive teaching and community-based learning in educational and professional settings. You’ll gain practical skills to support Indigenous communities and advance meaningful change across education and related fields.
Quick facts
Next start date: 08/20/2026
Total classes: 3
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 9
What is the indigenous education program?
What is a microcertificate?
A microcertificate is a graduate certificate that takes 9-14 credit hours to complete and offers a seamless pathway to quickly gain expertise in a targeted area. You may also be able to apply the credits you earn from a microcertificate toward a graduate degree. Speak with an enrollment coach for more information.
Online Indigenous education microcertificate courses
This microcertificate is a three-course sequence. Upon completing these courses, you’ll build a strong foundation in Indigenous studies, including colonial histories, Indigenous knowledge systems and language revitalization. You’ll learn how to connect education to sovereignty, community well-being and culturally grounded practice.
Jobs you’ll prepare for
This microcertificate is designed to strengthen professional advancement and specialization within Indigenous-serving and education-focused sectors. The program is intended for educators and community professionals who want to deepen their work in Indigenous education contexts.
Upon completing this program, you’ll could pursue a career as a:
Learn from faculty experienced in leading Indigenous education and communities
In this program, you’ll get a chance to learn directly from distinguished faculties from ASU’s American Indian Studies program and the Center for Indian Education (CIE). Faculty milestones include:
- Leaders in Indigenous education, Indigenous studies and Native American research and policy, including contributors to the Journal of American Indian Education (JAIE)
- Experienced collaborators with tribal education departments and Indigenous‑serving institutions nationwide
- Founding members of ASU’s Center for Indian Education, a leader in Indigenous educator preparation for over 60 years
- Native and Indigenous scholars whose teaching is grounded in lived community experience and policy expertise
- Partners with Kamehameha Schools-Kaiāulu to integrate Native Hawaiian governance and education perspectives
Learn from faculty experienced in leading Indigenous education and communities
In this program, you’ll get a chance to learn directly from distinguished faculties from ASU’s American Indian Studies program and the Center for Indian Education (CIE). Faculty milestones include:
- Leaders in Indigenous education, Indigenous studies and Native American research and policy, including contributors to the Journal of American Indian Education (JAIE)
- Experienced collaborators with tribal education departments and Indigenous‑serving institutions nationwide
- Founding members of ASU’s Center for Indian Education, a leader in Indigenous educator preparation for over 60 years
- Native and Indigenous scholars whose teaching is grounded in lived community experience and policy expertise
- Partners with Kamehameha Schools-Kaiāulu to integrate Native Hawaiian governance and education perspectives
How to apply
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and Indigenous Education program.
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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.
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.
