Lindenwood University’s Endeavor STEM Teaching Graduate Certificate is designed for educators who want to strengthen their STEM teaching practices and inspire the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders. Through a comprehensive curriculum grounded in evidence-based instruction, participants learn how to create engaging, inclusive STEM learning experiences that help students succeed in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Delivered fully online, this graduate certificate combines research-based teaching strategies with practical classroom application. Educators engage with authentic NASA mission data, explore innovative STEM methodologies, and gain tools they can immediately implement in their learning environments.
100%
Asynchronous Online
1 YR
Program Length
15
Credit Hours
$595
Cost per Credit
Essential Skills & Insights
The Endeavor STEM Teaching Graduate Certificate equips educators with the knowledge and skills needed to deliver meaningful STEM instruction in today’s classrooms.
Students develop expertise in:
- Integrated STEM curriculum design
- Inquiry-based and project-based learning
- STEM leadership and advocacy
- Data-driven instructional practices
- Technology integration
- Inclusive and culturally responsive teaching
- Real-world STEM applications
The program emphasizes practical implementation, allowing educators to apply new strategies directly within their classrooms while receiving ongoing support and feedback.
Why Choose Endeavor?
The Endeavor STEM Teaching Graduate Certificate builds upon Endeavor’s long history of providing professional learning opportunities for educators across the United States and around the world. Participants join a collaborative community of educators dedicated to improving STEM education and increasing student success in STEM disciplines.
The program combines:
- Evidence-based instructional strategies
- Practical classroom applications
- Collaborative learning experiences
- Flexible online delivery
- Access to STEM-focused resources and expertise
Career Outlook
STEM education continues to be a national priority as schools seek innovative ways to prepare students for careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Educators with specialized STEM training are well-positioned to support curriculum development, instructional innovation, and student achievement across K-12 settings. The Endeavor STEM Teaching Graduate Certificate helps educators strengthen their expertise while expanding opportunities for leadership and professional growth.
STEM Instructional Coach
Median Salary: $74,620
Support teachers through professional development, coaching, and curriculum implementation while helping schools improve STEM instruction and student outcomes.
STEM Curriculum Specialist
Median Salary: $74,620
Design, evaluate, and implement STEM curriculum, instructional resources, and assessment strategies aligned with state and national standards.
STEM Teacher Leader
Median Salary: $65,220
Lead STEM initiatives within schools and districts while mentoring colleagues, supporting innovative teaching practices, and fostering student engagement in STEM disciplines.
Salary figures reflect U.S. national median salaries from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024) for instructional coordinators and secondary school teachers.
Admissions Requirements
For admission to your accelerated online MBA degree, simply complete the 2 step application process. transcripts.
- Complete the Graduate Admissions Online Application by visiting apply.lindenwood.edu
- Request official transcripts from your undergraduate institution(s).
Educators from a variety of grade levels, content areas, and educational settings are encouraged to apply.
Curriculum Overview
The Endeavor STEM Teaching Graduate Certificate combines STEM content knowledge, instructional best practices, and leadership development to help educators create engaging learning experiences that inspire student curiosity and achievement. Through a blend of foundational coursework and specialized STEM topics, participants learn how to integrate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics into meaningful, real-world learning opportunities.
The curriculum emphasizes hands-on application, allowing educators to immediately implement new strategies, technologies, and instructional approaches in their classrooms while building confidence as STEM leaders within their schools and communities.
Certificate Coursework – 6 Credit Hours
Foundation courses are provided to support student readiness for MBA coursework and are required if students have not taken prior undergraduate courses:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDU 58920 | Methods of STEM Education | 3 |
| EDU 58936 | STEM Leadership Seminar | 3 |
Elective Coursework – 9 Credit Hours
Students customize their learning experience by selecting elective courses that align with their professional interests and classroom needs. Elective coursework allows educators to deepen their knowledge in a variety of STEM-focused disciplines, including:
- Life & Marine Science
- Astronomy & Space Science
- Earth & Climate Science
- Mathematics & STEM Integration
- Chemistry & Physical Science
- Coding, Robotics & Educational Technology
- Engineering Design & Innovation
- Literacy in STEM Education
- Arts Integration in STEM
- Culturally Responsive STEM Teaching
This flexible elective structure allows participants to build expertise in the STEM content areas most relevant to their students, schools, and career goals.
Transfer Credits
Lindenwood University’s accelerated online programs offer a generous transfer policy of up to nine credits toward your MBA degree completion to further offset tuition costs. This means you can complete your degree in as few as 24 credit hours—saving you time and money on your education!
Frequently Asked Questions
This certificate is designed for K-12 educators who want to strengthen their STEM teaching practices, expand their content knowledge, and develop leadership skills in STEM education.
No. The program is designed for educators from a variety of grade levels and subject areas who are interested in strengthening STEM instruction.
Participants learn evidence-based STEM teaching strategies, curriculum design, technology integration, coding and robotics applications, engineering concepts, and approaches for creating inclusive STEM learning environments.
The certificate can help educators strengthen classroom instruction, pursue STEM leadership opportunities, support curriculum initiatives, and advance their professional development goals.
The program combines evidence-based STEM instruction with authentic learning experiences, including engagement with NASA mission data and real-world STEM applications, while providing educators with practical strategies they can immediately implement in their classrooms.
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