Certificate of Graduate Studies in Gifted & Talented Education
The Certificate of Graduate Studies in Gifted & Talented Education is an online program designed to help educators develop and deliver effective instructional opportunities for gifted and talented students in public and private schools. Coursework is taught from a Christian perspective.
- Complete 17 credit hours, including three master’s–level courses in 8-12 months.
- Design effective curriculum, instruction and assessment activities that develop both the academic and character of students.
- Apply to the Virginia Department of Education to add the Gifted Endorsement to your teaching certificate.
This certificate may help advance your career in teaching and administration by equipping you as an expert in your field.
2020-2021 Semester Check-In Deadlines:
All new students are expected to check-in for the semester 2 weeks prior to the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
| Session | Semester Check-In | Session Start Date |
| Session A | Friday, August 14 | Monday, August 24 |
| Session M | Friday, September 11 | Monday, September 21 |
| Session B | Friday, October 16 | Monday, October 26 |
| Session C | Tuesday, January 5 | Monday, January 11 |
| Session T | Friday, January 29 | Monday, February 8 |
| Session D | Friday, March 5 | Monday, March 15 |
| Session E | Friday, April 30 | Monday, May 10 |
| Session F | Friday, June 11 | Monday, June 21 |
Application Process – CGS in Gifted & Talented Education
- Submit your online application. Please apply for Graduate level, then choose Online, Desired Program: Certificate of Graduate Studies in Education, Major: Gifted & Talented Education Certificate. Indicate the term you want to begin the course and Part-time.
- Pay your $25 nonrefundable application fee by check or money order mailed to Regent University, Enrollment Support Services, 1000 Regent University Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23464.
- Provide your unofficial college transcripts. We require an official transcript indicating successful completion of a bachelor’s degree program. Regent has partnered with DocuSign to offer a secure, electronic way for your previous college transcripts to be delivered on your behalf once you have registered for your first semester.
If you have an unofficial copy of your college transcripts, please email those to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: EDU Certificate Application Pieces.
If you are an international student, or you earned college credit at non-US institutions, please submit your transcripts for a third-party course-by-course evaluation. Learn more and find recommended agencies. - Complete your admissions questionnaire. In lieu of the previously required writing sample, please complete a brief admissions questionnaire based on your professional goals and interests. This should only take a few minutes to complete but please answer the questions completely and thoughtfully. This gives us a better opportunity to get to know you and align your objectives with our programs. Once completed, it will be sent directly to an admissions counselor who will be in touch with you right away to help complete the rest of your application.
2019-20 Tuition Rates
| Degree Level / Program | Cost Per Credit Hour |
| Certificate Program | $200 per credit (In-state & Out-of-state) |
Student Fees Per Semester
| Library Orientation | $50 (one-time fee) |
2020-21 Tuition Rates
| Degree Level / Program | Cost Per Credit Hour |
| Certificate Program | $200 per credit (In-state & Out-of-state) |
Student Fees Per Semester
| Library Orientation | $50 (one-time fee) |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
Estimated Cost of Attendance:View the estimated cost of attendanceto see an example of the total cost of tuition and fees.
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Currently licensed Virginia educators must successfully complete EGTL 580, which includes 45 university-supervised practicum hours in order to finish the program. Non-licensed Virginia students must successfully complete EFND 598 instead of EGTL 580. Students should consult with their School of Education Academic Advisor. Non-Virginia students must successfully complete EFND 598. Licensed teachers may customize their project to help meet their state internship/practicum requirements for adding the Gifted & Talented endorsement to their teaching license. Students should consult their state department of education for specific requirements and consult with their School of Education Academic Advisor.