ONLINE MASTER’S DEGREE TEACHER EDUCATION
A Powerful Educational Experience
The College of Education at Niagara University has proven a record of quality programs that provide students with extensive practical field experience, state of the art instructional technology and an outstanding career placement reputation. Graduates of this program qualify to apply for certifications in New York State and Ontario.
Curriculum
For individuals who are not certified teachers, this 39 credit hour program leads to initial certification in Early Childhood and Childhood Education, Birth-Grade 6 (Primary/Junior for candidates seeking certification in Ontario) or Middle Childhood and Adolescence Education, grades 5-12 (Intermediate/Senior for candidates seeking certification in Ontario). All coursework is fully online, with a mix of both synchronous and asynchronous classes. The program spans three semesters for full-time students and can begin in summer, spring, or fall. A summer start allows completion in one year, while fall or spring starts take 15 months. The program combines online coursework, field experience, and student teaching, with part-time options available.
Our exclusive agreements with local school districts, offer students the opportunity to “Earn and Learn” while completing this program. This allows students to gain real-world experience while being paid as a schoolbuilding substitute teacher.
FLEXIBILITY
Programs can be completed in three semesters, with full-time and parttime options available. Classes can be two days a week, with fall, spring, summer start dates.
AFFORDABILITY
Graduate assistantships, scholarship opportunities, and over 60 different awards for well-qualified matriculated graduate students exist to make graduate school more affordable.
QUALITY
Students in the Master’s in Teacher Education program are provided multiple, diverse field experiences beginning with their first semester.
