Explore Programs — Global

TCNJ’s Off-Site and Online Programs serve a wide range of students with unique interests. Our master’s degrees and graduate certificates are designed to help working professionals advance their careers. Browse graduate programs in counseling, education, educational leadership, and teaching English as a second language/bilingual education.

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Graduate Counseling Programs

Global Counselor Education

  • Master’s Degree
  • Professional Development
  • Standard Certificate (US Citizens Only)
  • *Certificate of Qualification (US and Non-US Citizens)
  • Online (During Academic Year)
  • In-person Summer Courses (Offered in Portugal)
  • Program Coordinator: Dr. Jill Schwarz at schwarz@tcnj.edu
  • Frequently Asked Questions

*The Certificate of Qualification (CQ) is awarded to those who have completed a global counselor, teacher, or school leader graduate program. While it is a credential widely recognized by international schools, it is not a New Jersey certification, nor does it lead to state licensure in New Jersey.  

Educational Leadership Programs

Educational Leadership

  • Master’s Degree and Post Master’s Certificate
  • Professional Development
  • Admission Requirements
  • Online
  • *Certificate of Qualification (US and Non-US Citizens)
  • TCNJ Certificate
  • Program Coordinator: Dr. Linda Mayger at maygerl@tcnj.edu

*The Certificate of Qualification (CQ) is awarded to those who have completed a global counselor, teacher, or school leader graduate program. While it is a credential widely recognized by international schools, it is not a New Jersey certification, nor does it lead to state licensure in New Jersey.  

Education Programs

Elementary Education or Secondary Education

  • Master’s Degree and Certificate
  • Professional Development
  • Certificate of Qualification* (US and Non-US Citizens) 
  • TCNJ Certificate
  • Online (During the Academic Year)

*The Certificate of Qualification (CQ) is awarded to those who have completed a global counselor, teacher, or school leader graduate program. While it is a credential widely recognized by international schools, it is not a New Jersey certification, nor does it lead to state licensure in New Jersey.  

TESL/Bilingual Education Programs

TESL/Bilingual Education

  • Master’s Degree and Certificate
  • Professional Development
  • Certificate of Qualification* (US and Non-US Citizens) 
  • TCNJ Certificate
  • Online (During the Academic Year)

*The Certificate of Qualification (CQ) is awarded to those who have completed a global counselor, teacher, or school leader graduate program. While it is a credential widely recognized by international schools, it is not a New Jersey certification, nor does it lead to state licensure in New Jersey.