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Graduate & Certificate Programs

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Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise or pivot to an exciting new path, our graduate programs are designed to help you achieve your professional goals. Discover opportunities to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact in your field.

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Master's Degrees

Want to get more out of your career or go in a different direction? Consider the Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.). You’ll earn a master’s degree and get certified to teach in public schools. Are you already a teacher? Want to advance your career and increase your salary, or improve your skills? A master in education (M.Ed) may be for you. Explore our graduate offerings!
  • Early Childhood Education

    This Master of Arts in Teaching degree prepares candidates for South Carolina licensure to teach children in pre-kindergarten through grade three.

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  • Elementary Education

    This Master of Arts in Teaching degree focuses on the education of second through sixth grade, and is designed for those who desire teaching elementary school children and have undergraduate degrees in non-education disciplines.

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  • Performing Arts

    This Master of Arts in Teaching degree prepares candidates to teach music or theater in pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade.

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  • Multilingual Learner Education

    The Master of Arts in Teaching degree in Multilingual Learner Education at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is designed for those who want to teach multilingual learners and have undergraduate degrees in non-education disciplines. The online program combines academic work and a variety of experiences in public schools.

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  • Languages

    This Master of Education is a fully online program with concentrations in Spanish or English for speakers of other languages.

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  • Teaching, Learning and Advocacy (MTLA)

    The MTLA program is tailored for individuals who are passionate about students, public schools, and the teaching profession. Ideal candidates include current teachers as well as community members eager to enhance educational opportunities. 

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Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)

The Ed.D. in Learning and Inquiry in Practice is designed for leaders and professionals seeking to understand and navigate the complexities of systems that impact learning and discovery. 

Whether you're advancing your career in education, organizational leadership, policy development or another field, the program equips you to apply evidence-based practices, conduct impactful research and inspire growth within your organization.

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Graduate Certificates

Are you seeking to advance your career? The certificate programs require less time and coursework than a degree, making them appealing to working professionals who wish to specialize in a shorter amount of time. *Candidates who hold a valid South Carolina teaching certificate may apply for add-on certification upon completion of all courses required by S.C. and upon passing the appropriate professional assessment(s).
  • Special Education

    Unlock your potential with our Graudate Certificate in Special Education. Gain skills teaching students with diverse needs.

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  • Multilingual Learners

    Ready to make a difference? Becoming a skilled educator and advocate for multilingual learners. Gain advanced training in educating multilingual learners with a Graduate Certificate.

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  • 2-Course Multilingual Learner (Endorsement Only)

    The 2-course ML endorsement is intended to enhance an educator’s skills and knowledge to prepare the individual to work with students whose primary language is not English.


    Requirements to add Multilingual Learner Endorsement by Coursework are located below:

    Cultural and Linguistic Diversity for ESOL Educators 3 semester hours

    This course must be designed to improve the educator’s understanding of students with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. The course should focus on cultural and linguistic diversity and identity with emphasis on the following topics: culturally responsive learning environment,  cultural bias, socio-economic diversity, and the home-school connection. 

    Principles and Strategies for Teaching ESOL PK–12 Learners 3 semester hours

    The course must include information on identifying multilingual learners, preparing effective teachers of English language learners, using appropriate instructional and assessment strategies aligned with PK–12 English language proficiency standards, and understanding relevant laws and policies related to services and instruction provided to English language learners. 

    Practicum in Multilingual Learner Education


    Fifteen (15) hours of practicum hours are required. The practicum hours must include experiences working directly with students whose primary language is not English and may be embedded in the coursework listed above. This can be completed in congruence with standard field placement.