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Online Educational Technology Graduate Certificate

Advance your skills through a flexible program with an online certificate in educational technology. This program is ideal for educators who wish to learn how to incorporate the existing existing and emerging educational technologies into their classroom environment.

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Why choose Rowan Online's educational technology graduate certificate program?

A flexible online educational technology certificate for teachers

Our online Educational Technology Certificate of Graduate Study program is offered in partnership with Rowan's Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)-accredited College of Education. The program includes a comprehensive picture of the use of technology in education today. The goal of this program is to provide educators with the knowledge and proficiencies needed to incorporate the existing and emerging educational technologies into their classrooms.

2025-2026 Academic Year

Credits, Cost & Completion Time

15

Credits

$877

Per Credit

12

Months to Complete

Application Deadlines

8/18

Fall Module A Entry Deadline

10/13

Fall Module B Entry Deadline

12/15

Spring Module A Entry Deadline

3/3

Spring Module B Entry Deadline

4/28

Summer Module A Entry Deadline

Start Dates

9/2

Fall Module A Start Date

10/28

Fall Module B Start Date

1/20

Spring Module A Start Date

3/17

Spring Module B Start Date

5/12

Summer Module A Start Date

Studying educational technology online at Rowan

Take a closer look at what to expect in the online educational technology certificate program. Explore course content, admission requirements, Rowan’s transfer-friendly format and an unmatched online learning experience.

What You'll Learn

Our educational technology graduate certificate program requires the completion of 15 credits (five courses).

Online educational technology key courses

  • Introduction to Educational Technology
  • Internet in the Classroom
  • Emerging Technology Tools and the Curriculum
  • Digital Citizenship in 21st Century Schools
  • Technology for Students with Disabilities

Note: The course information above is not official and is subject to change. For an official list of available courses, please review the Rowan University Academic Catalog.

Information for New Jersey teachers

Teachers in the state of New Jersey may apply to the Educational Technology Certificate of Graduate Study program through the New Jersey Teacher Outreach Program (NJTOP®). For more information about NJTOP, click here.

The Rowan Online Experience

Earning your educational technology graduate certificate online doesn’t mean missing out on impactful experiences or meaningful support. Rowan Online combines the flexibility you need with access to internships, engaged faculty and a learning environment that helps you stay connected and on track.

Admission Requirements

To begin the admission process for Rowan’s online educational technology graduate certificate program, you must submit the following application materials. Once you apply, a representative from the Rowan University Office of Admissions will reach out to confirm your application or notify you of any missing information. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program.

  • Submit an application
  • $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
  • Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
  • Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
  • Current professional resume

Tuition and Aid

As a Rowan Online student, you’ll receive a high-quality education that’s affordable and accessible. The cost for the online certificate in educational technology program is $877 per credit.

Ed Tech Careers and Outcomes

The online educational technology graduate certificate program prepares educators to incorporate existing and emerging educational technologies into their classroom. Graduates often step into positions such as instructional coordinators, where they help to develop, implement and evaluate curriculum. 
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Upcoming virtual information sessions and events

Have questions about earning an educational technology certificate online? Rowan Online offers virtual info sessions that provide a closer look at the educational leadership degree program and Rowan as a whole. Hear from faculty, connect with admissions representatives and learn how the program supports scholar-practitioners through applied research and flexible coursework.

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Is an Online Educational Technology Certificate Right for You?

You’re looking to grow professionally—but not just for the sake of a title or a pay bump. You want to lead. Innovate. Make a lasting impact.

 

Maybe you’ve wondered if there’s a way to merge your passion for teaching with your interest in technology. Or maybe you’re noticing how fast digital tools are shaping education—and you want to stay ahead of the curve, not play catch-up.

 

That’s exactly where educational technology comes in.

 

Educational technology—or ed tech—is more than just using devices in class. It’s about rethinking how we teach and how students learn. It’s about designing inclusive, tech-enhanced lessons, supporting diverse learners through digital tools, and leading instructional change across grade levels and school systems.

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Start Your Path in Ed Tech

Apply to Rowan’s online graduate certificate in educational technology degree program to gain the expertise needed to incorporate existing and emerging educational technologies into your classroom and school organization without stepping away from your current role.