Online Post-Bachelor's Certificate in Educational Assessment

The online post-baccalaureate certificate in Educational Assessment gives school district testing coordinators and other school administrators the opportunity to acquire focused education in educational assessment and evaluation. Through the Department of Information, Library, and Research Sciences, they will enhance their understanding of Educational Research Methodology (ERM). They earn their certification upon completion of a fully online 15 credit-hour program.

Educational assessors and evaluators use empirical evidence and documentation to improve educational programming. They help schools improve study outcomes, track learning over time, fine-tune learning plans, improve grade results, develop plans on an individual or group basis, and make the best use of their resources.

What Makes UNCG’s Online Certificate in Educational Assessment Stand Out

The rigor of the online Educational Assessment P.B.C. program is enhanced by hands-on, practical evaluation, measurement, and assessment work. Students will work clients in diverse local, national, and international program settings.

The internationally-recognized faculty in UNC Greensboro’s Department of Information, Library, and Research Sciences (ILRS) teach a comprehensive range of academic and hands-on program experiences. They will enrich each student’s understanding of the field of ERM in either program evaluation or measurement and quantitative methods.

Earning A Certificate in Educational Assessment Online

Students in the online Educational Assessment certification program will complete 15 credit hours. Their coursework includes Methods of Educational Research, Educational Measurement and Evaluation, and Data Visualization and Presentation.

The Office of Assessment, Evaluation, and Research Services (OAERS), a division of ILRS, offers valuable research and evaluation support and student training opportunities. OAERS houses and supports a comprehensive internship matching program. ERM graduate students will be able to find professional organizations seeking practical experience in assessment, program evaluation, or research methodology.

Careers With a Certificate in Educational Assessment

Graduates with a Certificate in Educational Assessment are ready begin careers centered on improving student learning and classroom experiences. The P.B.C. is a valuable certification for the following professions:

• College/University Professor
• Director of Assessment and Accreditation
• Educational Diagnostician
• Psychometrician
• Research Analyst