Qualitative Research Certificate

The Qualitative Research Graduate Certificate provides an opportunity for graduate students and other professionals to gain a broad and in-depth knowledge of qualitative reach, with an emphasis on the designs and methods used in studies of educational programs, processes, initiatives, settings and policies.

About the Program

The Qualitative Research Graduate Certificate provides an opportunity for graduate students and other professionals to gain a broad and in-depth knowledge of qualitative reach, with an emphasis on the designs and methods used in studies of educational programs, processes, initiatives, settings and policies. Qualitative research is increasingly conducted and influential in educational research across disciplines, including adult, technology, science, public health, higher, Pre-K–12, and mental health education; and in other science, social science, and health disciplinary areas with educative aims.

Curriculum Requirements

12 Credit Hours

Course Code Course Name Credit Hours
Required:    
EDF 7478 Qualitative Research in Education Part II 3
Choose three electives:    
EDF 7426 Action Research in Schools 3
EDG 7368 Visual Research Methods in Education 3
  Any graduate course in qualitative research 3

Admissions and Application Process

Students must apply and be admitted into the Graduate Certificate to be eligible to receive a Graduate Certificate. Applicants are encouraged to contact the Graduate Certificate Director prior to applying. 

Program Cost

Plan your investment — tuition rates depend on your residency status and program enrollment type.

Your cost depends upon residency status and whether you are taking the program online or on-campus. For current tuition rates visit the University Controller's Office.

  • Multiply cost per credit hour × 3 credits per course
  • Multiply cost per course × 4 courses (12 total credits)
  • $37 flat fee per semester
  • $30 distance learning fee per online course

Florida residency requires a permanent FL address and legal ties (driver's license, voter ID). See the Office of the Registrar.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do I have to complete the certificate?

The certificate must be completed within five (5) years.

Program Faculty

Lorien Jordan

Lorien Jordan
Assistant Professor

Contact Us

Questions about the program?

Contact Lorien Jordan, PhD