Become a more effective composition teacher. Engage with a focused curriculum that prepares you as both a writer and scholar. Through this graduate certificate, your coursework will emphasize the importance of critical reading, reflection, writing, digital media, and spoken language skills as tools that shape knowledgeable citizens who understand and appreciate their civic, professional, and personal responsibilities in an increasingly global community. As a leader grounded in rhetoric and composition theory, you will be equipped to implement effective practices in any environment.
Admission requirements Individual program admission requirements over and above admission to NAU are required. Essay/Letter of Intent/Personal Statement, Recommendation(s)/Reference(s), Resume or Curriculum Vitae. Writing Sample. See the application for details.Applicants must have earned a bachelors degree from a regionally accredited institution and a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 out of a 4.0 scale to be considered for regular admission. Admitted students are expected to have undergraduate educational experiences, including general education studies, that are similar to those required for a baccalaureate at Northern Arizona University. Applicants who have earned their degree(s) from an international institution must submit official transcripts directly from the university or college. The transcripts must be in the original language of the country accompanied by an English translation.