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Certificate in Teaching International Curricula

The Certificate in Teaching International Curricula (CTIC) equips teachers with the knowledge and skills to deliver and assess international curricula both locally and internationally. The programme introduces teachers to modern pedagogical approaches that are learner-centred and skills-based, and strengthens their capacity in the integration of ICT in teaching, learning, and research. The programme is designed for practising teachers and educators seeking to enhance their skills in international curriculum delivery.

Duration
1 semester
Next intake January 2027
Private tuition
Ksh 43,000
Per year, up to
Job market
Moderate
Market demand for graduates

The short answer

What it costs
Up to Ksh 43,000 a year at a private one.The detail
Who can get in
A KCSE mean grade of D+ (Certificate) or Practising Teacher or above. There is another way in without it.The detail
How long, and when
Takes 1 semester, online, blended, with 0 months of attachment. Next intake January 2027, at 1 institution.The detail
Where it leads
8 careers in the catalogue. The least exposed to AI is Early Childhood Strategist, at 10 out of 100.The detail

The programme

What you study, how long it takes, and how it is delivered.

Overview

Students develop competencies in international curriculum delivery, modern pedagogical approaches, learner-centred teaching, ICT integration in education, assessment of international curricula, and transformational teaching. The curriculum covers modern pedagogical approaches to education, redesigning learning, mastering global education for transformational teaching, ICT integration, international curriculum assessment, and global education frameworks. Practical skills are developed through online learning and teaching practice.

International curricula including IB, Cambridge, and IPC are increasingly adopted by schools in Kenya and globally. Teachers require specialised training to deliver these curricula effectively, creating demand for professional development in international curriculum teaching. Riara University's School of Education offers this programme to address the gap in international curriculum teacher training. The programme supports Kenya's growing international school sector.

The programme is delivered fully online over one semester, providing flexibility for practising teachers. Students study modern pedagogy, explore international curriculum frameworks, practise ICT integration, and develop transformational teaching strategies. Teaching methods include online lectures, discussions, assignments, and project-based work. The programme emphasises practical application of international curriculum teaching skills.

Graduates enhance their teaching practice in schools offering international curricula, including IB, Cambridge, and IPC schools. The certificate supports career advancement for teachers in international schools, private schools, and schools transitioning to international curricula. The programme also provides a pathway to further professional development in education.

This programme is ideal for practising teachers, teacher educators, and educators interested in modern pedagogical practices and international curriculum delivery. The fully online format makes it accessible to working teachers across Kenya and internationally.

What you study

10 subjects
  • Modern Pedagogical Approaches to Education
  • Redesigning Learning
  • Mastering Global Education for Transformational Teaching
  • ICT Integration in Teaching and Learning
  • International Curriculum Frameworks (IB, Cambridge, IPC)
  • Assessment of International Curricula
  • Learner-Centred Teaching Methods
  • Global Education Trends
  • Educational Research Methods
  • Teaching Practice Project

Modules

6 in the programme

  • Modern Pedagogical Approaches to Education

    Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore

    Modern pedagogical approaches covering learner-centred teaching, skills-based education, inquiry-based learning, differentiated instruction, and contemporary teaching methodologies.

  • Redesigning Learning

    Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore

    Redesigning learning covering learning design principles, curriculum design, creating engaging learning experiences, and using technology to enhance learning.

  • ICT Integration in Teaching and Learning

    Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore

    ICT integration covering educational technology, digital tools for teaching, online learning platforms, using ICT for assessment, and integrating technology in classroom practice.

  • International Curriculum Frameworks

    Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore

    International curriculum frameworks covering IB, Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels, IPC, curriculum structures, learning goals, and comparing international curricula.

  • Assessment of International Curricula

    Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore

    Assessment of international curricula covering international assessment methods, formative and summative assessment, rubrics, and assessment standards in IB and Cambridge.

  • Mastering Global Education for Transformational Teaching

    Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore

    Global education covering global education trends, transformational teaching, global citizenship education, and preparing students for a globalised world.

Specialisations

  • IB Curriculum Teaching

    Focus on International Baccalaureate curriculum frameworks, IB pedagogy, IB assessment, and delivering IB programmes.

  • Cambridge Curriculum Teaching

    Focus on Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level curriculum, Cambridge assessment, and delivering Cambridge programmes.

  • ICT in Education

    Focus on educational technology, digital tools for teaching, online learning, and integrating ICT in classroom practice.

A day as a student

As a fully online programme, a typical day involves self-paced online learning with evening virtual sessions. Students study modern pedagogical approaches, explore international curriculum frameworks, practise ICT integration, and develop transformational teaching strategies. Online discussions, assignments, and teaching practice projects form the core learning activities. The flexible online format allows practising teachers to study while working.

The trade-offs

In its favourAgainst it
Fully online format provides flexibility for practising teachers to study while working.The programme is offered at only one university, limiting accessibility.
Addresses the growing demand for international curriculum teachers in Kenya's expanding international school sector.The programme is relatively short (1 semester) and may not provide comprehensive coverage of all international curricula.
Provides practical skills in modern pedagogy, ICT integration, and international curriculum delivery.International school teaching positions may require additional qualifications such as IB or Cambridge certification.

What it costs

Tuition at both ends of the market, and how to pay for it.

What it costs, and where

Against 243 education courses
Private33k to 43k
33k at Riara University43k at Riara University

Annual tuition in Kenyan shillings, rounded. The upright tick is the median for this field, so a bar sitting entirely to its right is an expensive programme by the standards of its own subject.

The fine print

No public offering. Riara 33-43K priv (riarauniversity.ac.ke).

HELB loans may be available for eligible Kenyan students. Riara University may offer institutional scholarships for qualifying teachers.

Funding options

  • HELB Loan

Scholarships

1 recorded

  • HELB Loan

    LoanKsh 40,000Kenyan

    Kenyan students enrolled in certificate programmes at chartered universities

Scholarships you could apply for

3 usable where it is taught
Save one and be reminded before it closes

Getting in

The grades, the alternatives, and who accredits the award.

What you need

KCSE mean grade
D+ (Certificate) or Practising Teacherminimum entry
Alternative entry

Designed for teachers with interest in modern pedagogical practices. No specific KCSE requirement; targeting practising teachers and educators.

When it next starts

Taught at 1 institution
January 20271 institution

Including Riara University.

May 20271 institution

Including Riara University.

September 20271 institution

Including Riara University.

How you are assessed

3 components

  • Online Assignments and Discussions

    Project50% of the mark

    Online assignments, discussion participation, and practical teaching exercises evaluating understanding of international curriculum concepts.

  • Teaching Practice Project

    Project30% of the mark

    A teaching practice project demonstrating application of international curriculum delivery, modern pedagogy, and ICT integration.

  • Final Online Examination

    Written examination20% of the mark

    Final online examination covering modern pedagogical approaches, international curriculum frameworks, and assessment methods.

Accreditation

  • Commission for University Education

    AcademicRequired

    Riara University is accredited by CUE.

Riara University is accredited by the Commission for University Education (CUE). The programme is offered by the School of Education as a professional development short course.

Where it leads

The roles it opens, and what you leave with.

Where graduates go

4 roles

  • International School Teacher

    Moderate demandKsh 40,000 to Ksh 150,000

    Teaches in schools offering international curricula including IB, Cambridge, or IPC, delivering learner-centred and skills-based education.

  • Private School Teacher (International Curriculum)

    Moderate demand

    Teaches in private schools adopting international curricula, applying modern pedagogical approaches and ICT integration in teaching.

  • Curriculum Coordinator (International)

    Low demand

    Coordinates international curriculum implementation in schools, supporting teachers in curriculum delivery, assessment, and pedagogical practice.

  • Teacher Educator

    Low demand

    Trains other teachers in international curriculum delivery, modern pedagogy, and ICT integration in education.

Graduate outcomes

Graduates enhance their teaching practice in schools offering international curricula including IB, Cambridge, and IPC, with opportunities for career advancement in international and private schools.

Where these fields lead

8 careers

Tools you will learn

  • Google Meet

    ToolPrimary

  • Moodle LMS

    Tool

Common misconceptions

  • International curricula are only for international schools.

    Many Kenyan private schools and some public schools adopt international curricula alongside national curricula, creating demand for trained teachers.

  • Teaching international curricula is the same as teaching KCSE.

    International curricula use different pedagogical approaches, assessment methods, and learning frameworks requiring specialised training.

  • Online certificates are not valued by employers.

    The CTIC is offered by a CUE-accredited university and provides practical skills for international curriculum delivery valued by international and private schools.

  • Only new teachers need international curriculum training.

    Experienced teachers also benefit from training in modern pedagogical approaches, ICT integration, and international curriculum frameworks.

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