The Penn GSE Teaching and Leading Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Certificate program is designed for educators, administrators, and leaders looking to deepen their understanding of what equal-access SEL entails and integrate it into their professional practice. Over the course of this program, you will not only learn about SEL theory, but also engage in structured opportunities to translate theory into practice. Along the way, you will work closely with small groups of peers, allowing you to connect with and learn from a professional network that shares your commitment to this important work.
In a world where technology overuse, depression and anxiety, and divisiveness are on the rise, healthy and equity-oriented social-emotional learning is more important than ever. But where should educators begin?
Application Deadline
Program StartJanuary 27, 2025
Time Commitment9 sessions; 5:30-7:30 p.m. (ET)
Credits6 Continuing Education Credits
54 Pennsylvania ACT 48 Credits
CertificatePenn GSE Certificate in Teaching and Leading Social-Emotional Learning
Cost
Through a combination of synchronous sessions and asynchronous work, the Penn GSE Teaching and Leading SEL Certificate program guides participants in exploring the theory and practice of this topic, addressing questions such as:
Participants will have the opportunity to learn from Penn GSE faculty who specialize in SEL and teacher education, as well as from experienced and fellow practitioners who will serve as a community of practice for continued support and collaboration.
Before and after each virtual session, you will complete readings and assignments asynchronously on Penn GSE’s learning platform. All assignments will relate directly to your current work, allowing you to make meaningful and immediate connections and impact in your current role. During each session, you will work closely with small groups of fellow participants who share your SEL goals and professional context as you consider how you will apply the lessons learned in your classroom, school, district, or organization.
Format
This program includes both live virtual sessions and asynchronous work to be completed between sessions.
Ideal Candidates
Before and after each session, you will complete a set of readings, activities, and reflections to help you prepare and apply what you have learned.
Date | Time (ET) | Title / Facilitator |
January 30, 2025 | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. | What is SEL? / Taylor Hausburg |
February 6, 2025 | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Observing SEL in Action/ Taylor Hausburg |
February 13, 2025 | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. | SEL Goal Setting / Zachary Herrmann |
February 20, 2025 | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Social-Emotional Modeling / Taylor Hausburg |
February 27, 2025 | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Equity-Centered SEL / Charlotte Jacobs |
March 6, 2025 | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Restorative Practices / Tawanna Jones |
March 13, 2025 | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Assessing SEL / Taylor Hausburg |
March 20, 2025 | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Final Showcase |
Throughout the Teaching and Leading Social-Emotional Learning certificate program, you will:
Please read the policy below carefully to understand the important consequences that choosing to receive CE credits may have for your University of Pennsylvania transcript.
As a participant in this Penn GSE Certificate program, you are eligible to receive Continuing Education (CE) credits for successful completion of the program requirements. Whether or not you choose to receive CE credits for your participation in this program, all program expectations, requirements, and costs are the same.
If you choose to receive CE credits, this course will appear on your permanent Penn transcript.
If you decide to unenroll from this program, you will have until the Add/Drop Deadline to do so without consequence for your transcript. This course will no longer appear on your Penn transcript.
If you decide to unenroll from this program after the Add/Drop Deadline, then this course will appear on your Penn transcript. Courses dropped after the Add/Drop Deadline requires instructor approval and a 'W' will appear on your transcript in place of a grade.
If you decide to unenroll from this program after the Withdrawal Deadline, then this course will appear on your Penn transcript and you may earn an F.
If you choose to receive CE credits for your participation in this program but do not successfully complete it, then you may earn an F on your Penn transcript.
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