Graduate Programs for Certified Educators

Program Degree Endorsement(s) Description
Doctoral Program - Leadership & Innovation Ed.D.

This three-year cohort program prepares educational researchers who are interested in working as educational leaders in K-12, higher education, or business environments. The program focuses on action research projects that begin in the first year of study and culminate with the dissertation.

Early Childhood Education M.Ed. Early Childhood

This is a Master's of Education program with an Early Childhood Endorsement option for those teaching in Arizona. The Early Childhood Education program prepares students for careers working with infants and children in grades K-3. The coursework for this program is delivered entirely online.

Educational Administration M.Ed.

This program is designed for practicing teachers who desire the knowledge and skills necessary to become effective leaders in PreK-12 schools. To obtain the Arizona principal certificate, candidates must show verification of three years' full-time teaching experience.

Educational Administration - EXCEL M.Ed.

This program is offered via video conference at partner district sites throughout Arizona. It is designed for practicing teachers who desire the knowledge and skills necessary to become effective leaders in PreK-12 schools. To obtain the Arizona principal certificate, candidates must show verification of three years' full-time teaching experience.

Educational Administration - High School Leadership M.Ed.

This program is designed for practicing teachers who desire the knowledge and skills necessary to become effective leaders in PreK-12 schools. To obtain the Arizona principal certificate, candidates must show verification of three years' full-time teaching experience.

Elementary Education - Content Academy M.Ed.
Mathematics Specialist (K-8)
Reading Specialist

The Content Academy is a graduate program consisting of classes focused on reading, mathematics, and science content at the primary, intermediate, and middle school levels. Coursework for this program is offered at partner districts throughout Arizona.

Elementary Education - Reading M.Ed. Reading Specialist

This Elementary Education program provides classroom applications of the latest theory, research, and best current practices for reading instruction. The program leads to a Master's of Education with the option of obtaining a Reading Endorsement.

Elementary Education - Technology M.Ed. Computer Science

This Master's of Education program is for teachers who are interested in using technology to engage students in learning and for those who want to explore technology integration in the curriculum.

Master of Physical Education M.P.E. Physical Education

The Master of Physical Education (M.P.E.) program produces graduates who have current knowledge of curriculum, instructional practices, and administrative procedures in physical education and sport.

Secondary Education - Technology M.Ed. Computer Science

This Master of Education program is for teachers who are interested in using technology to engage students in learning and for those who want to explore technology integration in the curriculum.

Special Education - Autism M.Ed.

This is an online Master's of Education program with an emphasis on meeting the needs of students with autism. This innovative program is intended for students who are dedicated to working with children, youth, and adults with any of the autism spectrum disorders.