2,600 Skills, Education and Professional Development Masters Degree Programs

This program is designed for professional educators who are lifelong learners, respectful of all individuals, dedicated to social justice, knowledgeable about current legal, social, and political issues, effective communicators, and skilled in understanding, interpreting, and applying research findings.

The program focuses on equipping future educators with strategies to support literacy development among students in grades B-6. It covers foundational concepts in reading and writing instruction, emph...

Upon completion of the 30-hour program, you will earn a Rank II and Teacher Leader Master's designation as well as the Teacher Leader Endorsement. All certifications are required to take 15 hours of core courses in addition to the 15 hours of required for specialization or endorsement. If you would like more information about the program, please download the advising guide or speak to your advisor.

The fifth-year Initial Certification track, designed for high-performing teacher candidates, allows you to begin graduate-level courses in your final undergraduate semester at ACU. You will participate in a year-long clinical teaching placement in high-needs schools and classrooms, and you will leave equipped to meet the needs of diverse student populations.

The programme aims to train professionals who give help using their theoretical knowledge about the functioning and the dysfunctions of the society, about interpersonal relationships, deviances, groups of special needs, about the education, development and professional assistance in a public educational, societal, child welfare, and child protection setting; who improve the circumstances of disadvantaged children, youth and their families.

The Master in Early Childhood Special Education program is designed to prepare students for careers that support young children with exceptional needs. The program offers a blend of coursework and pra...

Master of Education degree candidates must complete a minimum of 14 SH in specialized electives, for a total minimum of 30 SH in the overall M.Ed. degree. Electives may exceed the minimum 14 credits. Elective course options are chosen by the student with their advisor depending on whether they wish to study in early childhood, elementary, middle level, high school content areas, or specializations such as special education, reading, or cognitive science.

The Special Education M.Ed. program is designed to prepare educators to support students with diverse learning needs through a comprehensive curriculum focused on research-based practices, individuali...

The Master of Science in Special Education program is designed to prepare educators to support students with diverse learning needs. The program emphasizes understanding individual differences, develo...

The Master of Education in Natural Science/Science Education with a Non-Thesis track is designed to enhance educators' understanding of scientific concepts and pedagogical practices to foster effectiv...

The M.A. in Education program offers multiple pathways to help students advance in their careers or deepen their understanding of educational practices. It provides flexibility with different speciali...

The purpose of a Master of Education degree in literacy is to prepare literacy professionals who will have an in-depth knowledge of literacy theories, processes, strategies, curriculum and research; who can use that knowledge to plan appropriate literacy programs and curricula for a variety of contexts; and who can communicate information to a wide variety of audiences. Our graduate programs at Clemson University build on the rich experiences and expertise of faculty and students to provide an educational environment in which both groups share in research, exploration and inquiry. The result of this synergy is impact — on our community and beyond.

The online M.A. in Higher Education/Student Personnel program is designed for those interested in pursuing careers in student affairs and higher education leadership. The program offers a flexible for...

The program focuses on preparing future elementary teachers to be effective and thoughtful educators. It offers a structured pathway that combines coursework, practical experience, and mentoring to he...

The art education master's program offers students a chance to deepen their understanding of teaching art in various environments. It focuses on preparing future educators to work with diverse learner...