$270
Tuition Cost per Credit
< 1 year
Average Completion*
Turn Technology Into Better Learning
Technology is everywhere in education. Knowing how to use it effectively is a differentiating skill.
The Undergraduate Certificate in Educational Technology at Athens State University prepares you to use digital tools and emerging technologies to create more engaging, accessible, and effective learning experiences. You’ll explore how technology can support instruction, communication, collaboration, assessment, content creation, and learner engagement. More importantly, you’ll learn to choose and use technology with a purpose—not simply because it’s new.
Whether you’re an educator looking to expand your digital toolkit, a professional interested in learning and training, or a student preparing for a career in education and technology, this certificate can help you turn technology into a powerful tool for learning.
Program Overview
Today’s learners encounter technology in virtually every part of their lives. For educators and other learning professionals, the challenge isn’t simply keeping up with new tools—it’s understanding how those tools can actually improve learning. The Educational Technology certificate provides focused preparation in the use of technology to support teaching, learning, and professional development.
You’ll explore digital learning environments, educational technology tools, instructional media, online learning, digital content, and other technologies that can enhance the learning experience. You’ll also consider the human side of educational technology: accessibility, engagement, communication, collaboration, and the needs of different learners.
The result is a practical skill set that can complement careers in education while also applying to training, workforce development, business, healthcare, government, and other professional environments.
Program Details
The Educational Technology certificate combines technology skills with an understanding of effective teaching and learning.
Your coursework will explore areas such as:
- Educational Technology Foundations — Understand the role of technology in modern teaching, learning, and professional development.
- Digital Learning — Explore approaches for creating effective learning experiences in online and technology-supported environments.
- Instructional Technology — Examine tools that can support instruction, communication, collaboration, and assessment.
- Digital Content Development — Learn how to create engaging digital materials that support specific learning objectives.
- Multimedia & Educational Media — Explore how video, audio, graphics, presentations, and interactive media can enhance learning.
- Learning Management Systems — Develop an understanding of technology platforms used to organize, deliver, and manage learning.
- Assessment & Feedback — Explore digital approaches to measuring learning and providing meaningful feedback.
- Emerging Technologies — Examine new and evolving technologies and their potential applications in education and training.
- Accessibility & Inclusive Technology — Consider how technology can help remove barriers and provide greater access to learning.
- Technology Integration — Learn how to select and integrate technology based on instructional goals rather than simply using technology for its own sake.
The best educational technology doesn’t distract from learning—it makes learning better. You’ll learn how to evaluate technology, identify the right tool for the job, and integrate it into meaningful learning experiences.
Your Career Advantage Starts Here
Technology skills are increasingly valuable in classrooms, training environments, and workplaces. Teachers use technology to develop lessons and engage students. Businesses use it to train employees. Healthcare organizations use digital learning to educate staff and patients. Government and nonprofit organizations use technology to deliver programs and professional development.
An Educational Technology certificate can help you bring stronger digital skills to your current career or complement your preparation for a future role in education, training, or learning and development.
Explore your career pathways with the Educational Technology undergraduate certificate, including anticipated salaries, annual job growth, and even active job listings through the Career Concourse portal.
$47k
Instructional Coordinator Estimated Entry Salary
$68k
Instructional Coordinator Estimated Median Salary
Estimated salary and employment information based on labor market data provided by Career Concourse and is intended for informational purposes only. Actual salaries and employment outcomes vary based on factors such as experience, location, industry, and employer and are not guaranteed upon degree completion.
Admissions & Aid
A career in education is an investment in your future — and Athens State University works to make that investment accessible.
Athens State University offers the lowest tuition of any public, four-year university in Alabama, giving future educators an affordable path to a bachelor’s degree. With flexible learning options, dedicated faculty, and support designed around students’ needs, you can prepare for your teaching career without putting your financial future on hold.
Students may also qualify for financial aid, scholarships, and other assistance to help make their education more affordable.
Why Choose This Program at Athens State?
Technology changes constantly. Build an understanding of the principles behind effective technology integration so you can continue adapting as new tools emerge.
Explore ways to use digital content, multimedia, interactive tools, and online environments to create learning experiences that capture attention and encourage participation.
Educational technology isn’t limited to schools. Develop skills that can be applied to corporate training, healthcare education, government, workforce development, nonprofit organizations, and other learning environments.
Get Hands-On Experience
You won’t spend your entire degree learning about teaching from a textbook. Field experiences and clinical preparation give you opportunities to observe, practice, and apply your skills in real educational settings.
Invest in Your Future The Smart Way
Athens State University is committed to providing an affordable, high-quality education. As Alabama’s most affordable public, state university, we give you the opportunity to earn a degree while making a smart investment in your future, without unnecessary debt.
Learn from Experienced Faculty
Our faculty combine academic excellence with real-world business experience, bringing current industry practices into every course. At Athens State, you’re not facing the journey alone — our dedicated, knowledgeable faculty and staff walk alongside you each step of the way, providing personalized guidance and support.
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*Average completion time varies by student and depends on prior credits
transferred to Athens State and the number of courses taken per semester.
Please consult with your Student Success Coach and faculty advisor for your personalized plan of study.