Certificates programs allows student within TFMA and students in different schools at Temple University the opportunity to enroll in a specific set of course and receive a transcripted certificate acknowledging the specialization. The Department of Theater offers five certificates, listed below and the Department of Film and Media Arts offers an additional four certificates. Learn more at the links below:

- Certificate in Acting 

The Certificate in Acting will introduce students to both the basics of acting and allow students to continue acting training with professional actors and faculty.

- Certificate in Theater Education

The Certificate in Stage Management allows undergraduates from other disciplines to pursue their interest in the backstage organization of live theater; adds to student’s self-confidence, leadership, and presentation skills; and allows the student to participate in productions for academic credit. 

- Certificate in Theater and Community Engagement 

The Certificate in Theater and Community Engagement gives students the opportunity to explore how organizations and artists have used performance to address local to global social issues. Students choose from a menu of courses that address issues of identity, representation and oppression including gender, race and sexuality. 

- Certificate in Voice and Speech

The Certificate in Voice and Speech will introduce students to both the basics of voice and speech and allow students to continue training, with professional faculty in the Fitzmaurice Voice Method.

To enroll in any of these certificate programs please contact the TFMA Advising Office.