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Earn a Certificate for Teaching in Catholic Schools from St. Mary’s

The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate for Teaching in Catholic Schools is a fully-online, summer course designed for college graduates interested in teaching in elementary, middle or high school Catholic schools, especially in Texas. This certificate fulfills the required teaching credential necessary for teachers to remain employed as instructional faculty at Catholic schools.

The Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops Education Department (TCCB ED) requires teachers in Texas Catholic schools to have at least 12 hours of undergraduate or graduate education courses by the end of their second year of teaching.

This certificate will enable students to gain knowledge and virtual experience in teaching at the elementary, middle or high school level without having to do student-teaching, one of the requirements to acquire a Texas teaching certificate for public schools. This certificate will qualify students to teach in primary through secondary Catholic schools, but not public schools.

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  • Certificate Program

    The 12-hour undergraduate certificate includes four required courses. All courses are offered online during the summer.

  • Courses

    Courses include:

    • The American Catholic School
    • Human Development and Learning in the Catholic School Setting
    • Teaching Diverse Populations for Post-Baccalaureate Students
    • Instructional Planning, Assessment and Evaluation for Post-Baccalaureate Students

Certificate Admission Requirements and Process

Review the admission requirements and process for the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Teaching for Catholic Schools below.

Number 1

Step 1

Submit the Post-Baccalaureate Application

Apply through the undergraduate admission portal and select Post-Baccalaureate Student.

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Step 2

Indicate Teaching in Catholic Schools Program

Note your intention to enroll in the Teaching in Catholic Schools program in your application.

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Step 3

Submit Your Transcript(s)

Provide your official transcripts from all institutions showing completion of a bachelor’s degree to the Office of Admission at uadm@stmarytx.edu.

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Step 4

Monitor Your Student Portal

After submitting your application and transcripts, log in to your Student Portal to view your application checklist and review any outstanding materials.

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Step 5

Receive an Admission Decision

Once your file is complete and all required documents are submitted, admission decisions are typically released within one business week.

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Submit Your Enrollment Confirmation Deposit, Register for Classes and Begin Course Work

To officially accept your offer of admission and reserve your seat at St. Mary’s, you need to complete the Enrollment Confirmation Process.

The Enrollment Confirmation Process is completed by submitting the Enrollment Confirmation form and the $200 non-refundable enrollment deposit.

Complete Enrollment Confirmation Form

Once admitted, students will receive details for advising, course registration and — if applicable — certificate requirements.

Teaching in Catholic Schools Post-Baccalaureate Student Application Checklist

Admission Deadline for Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Catholic Teaching

St. Mary’s has a rolling admission policy. However, priority is given to students who complete the application procedures in a timely manner. Apply early and remember this date.

  • Summer Semester

    Summer Application Deadline

    May 1
    Apply by this date in order to complete the application process in time to enroll for the summer term.

Admission to St. Mary’s University is a simple step-by-step process, and as always, our Admission Counselors are prepared to answer any questions you and your family may have. For any questions, reach out to the Office of Admission at 210-436-3126 or uadm@stmarytx.edu, or contact Angeli Willson, Ph.D., Associate Professor and Chair of the Education Department, at awillson@stmarytx.edu or 210-436-3121.

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Certificate FAQs

Post-baccalaureate certificates are meant to be pursued post-graduation, after you have been granted a bachelor’s degree. They are not considered graduate-level certificates and cannot transfer to a master’s degree program at St. Mary’s.

What is a post-baccalaureate certificate?

The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate for Teaching in Catholic Schools is offered at a fixed rate of $6,000 and includes tuition and required fees.

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How much does the certificate cost?

The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate for Teaching in Catholic Schools is 12 credit hours and is designed to be completed over one or two summers.

How long does it take to complete the certificate?

The classes in the program are online, meaning they are mostly asynchronous. Online courses are not taught in real-time but include pre-recorded lectures, video uploads, class chats and individual meetings with professors. Students will also be expected to check in with their professors in weekly synchronous meetings.

Are the online classes in the program synchronous or asynchronous?

No, student teaching will not be required to complete the certificate.

Is student teaching required to complete the certificate?

No. The certificate only qualifies students to teach in Catholic schools, not public schools.

Is this certificate applicable to teaching in public schools?
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