The Graduate Certificate in Mind, Brain, and Education is designed to draw on basic and applied interdisciplinary research from the disciplines of neuroscience, psychology, and cognitive science to explore human learning and development and to understand how research in these fields will generate innovative approaches to teaching, learning, and education.

Completion of the 12 credit hour certificate in Mind, Brain, and Education represents an additional credential for graduate students from a variety of academic fields who are preparing for careers in research and teaching or professional practice. The certificate is designed for PK-16 teachers and instructors, administrators, and student support personnel, as well as organizational leaders, consultants, and policy makers seeking to explore how research from the learning sciences has the potential to inform the field of education. The cornerstone of this certificate centers on understanding the neural mechanisms of learning and development and the role of experience in shaping (neuroplasticity) the brain through the lifespan.

The timeframe for completion is two semesters (one academic year) or four semesters (two academic years), depending on the number of courses taken per semester.

Admission

For admission requirements, please see the Graduate Certificate in Mind, Brain and Education page. International admission requirements, including English language proficiency requirements, can be found on the Graduate Admissions page. 

Enrollment in the program is open to students admitted to a regular KU graduate program as well as students who are not currently enrolled at KU. A Bachelor’s degree with a GPA greater than 3.0 is required.

Course requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Mind, Brain, and Education (12 credit hours):

Graduate level standing. The certificate will consist of four courses. 

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
EPSY 705	Human Development through the Lifespan	3
EPSY 807	Theories and Research in Human Learning	3
EPSY 836	Behavioral & Systems Neuroscience in Education	3
EPSY 837	The Neuroscience of Motivation and Emotional Behaviors	3
or EPSY 838	Neurodevelopment of Executive Function