Graduate Certificate in Gifted Education
Johns Hopkins University

Program Details

You can earn a Maryland Gifted and Talented Specialist certification from Johns Hopkins with the Graduate Certificate in Gifted Education. This gifted and special education graduate program covers the principles of gifted education and the traits of gifted learners.

With a focus on creating safe, inclusive, and culturally-responsive learning environments, graduates have the competencies to support the cognitive, social, and emotional learning needs of gifted students from K-12. Topics of study include:

  • The gifted learner
  • Social and emotional needs of the gifted
  • Twice-exceptional learners
  • Creativity in education

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Johns Hopkins University is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent, Resume/CV, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s)

Additional Info

  • This program is designed to meet all state of Maryland and national standards for teaching gifted education.
  • All candidates employed in Maryland who are seeking Gifted and Talented Education Specialist certification from the Maryland State Department of Education will undertake a semester-long practicum experience as the culminating course of their program.