School of Education Graduate Programs
Our college offers Master's degrees in Elementary Education, School Leadership, Secondary Education and Special Education. We also offer a Ed.S. degree in School Leadership. There are a few certificate program areas and multiple concentrations to choose from under specific masters level program areas.
The majority of our courses are offered for the convenience of working adults. Please look through specific program offerings for more information regarding your area of interest. Best of luck with all your academic and professional endeavors.
Many of our MEd programs are designed to provide teacher licensure regardless of whether a person majored in education for their undergraduate degree. However, license information changes regularly based on policy changes at the state level. If your goals include teacher licensure, we recommend connecting with our licensure coordinator Katie Brown to help identify the best plan for your specific situation. He can be reached at [email protected].
Specialist
- Advanced Educational Practice: Educational Leadership Non-Licensure, Ed.S.
Program Website | Graduate Catalog
Program Description: The Advanced Educational Practice: Educational Leadership Non-Licensure, Ed.S. program is designed for post-master’s level teachers, teacher leaders, aspiring administrators or current administrators whose focus is on the improvement of instruction. It does not lead to a Tennessee Principal’s License.
Program Contacts:
Barry Kamrath, Ed.D. Graduate Program Coordinator
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-4542Graduate School Liaison: Mark Fairchild
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-1780Application Requirements:
- Graduate School Application
- Official Transcripts from every college attended.
Application deadline: The Advanced Educational Practice: Instructional Leadership, Ed.S. program only admits students in the fall term. Applications are due on May 31 for the fall term.
The graduate school recommends that prospective students submit their application at least 30 days before the application deadline to allow time to provide official transcripts and other supplemental application materials required by the graduate program and the graduate school.
- Advanced Educational Practice: Educational Leadership Licensure, Ed.S.
Program Website | Graduate Catalog
Program Description: This program is designed for individuals who already hold the master's level degree, have a teaching license and three successful years of teaching experience, and who wish to obtain a Tennessee Instructional License (ILL-B). Individual who wish to complete this license without completing the Ed.S., already hold the master's level degree, have a teaching license and three successful years of teaching experience should refer to the Educational Leadership Post-Masters Certificate.
Program Contacts:
Barry Kamrath, Ed.D. Graduate Program Coordinator
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-4542Graduate School Liaison: Mark Fairchild
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-1780Application Requirements:
- Graduate School Application
- Official Transcripts from every college attended.
Application deadline: The School Leadership: Supervisor/Principal Licensure, M.Ed. program only admits students in the fall term. Applications are due on May 31 for the fall term.
The graduate school recommends that prospective students submit their application at least 30 days before the application deadline to allow time to provide official transcripts and other supplemental application materials required by the graduate program and the graduate school.
- Advanced Educational Practice: School Psychology, Ed.S.
Program Website | Graduate Catalog | Graduate School Application
Program Description: The Advanced Educational Practice: School Psychology, Ed.S. is designed to produce graduates who meet requirements for licensure in school psychology from the Tennessee Department of Education; are prepared to utilize commonly accepted “best practices” in their work as school psychologists; and are prepared to provide leadership in their field to schools and other organizations serving children and adolescents.
Program Contacts:
Elizabeth O'Brien, Ph.D.
(email) Elizabeth-O'[email protected] | (office) 423-425-4544
School Psychology
(email) [email protected]Graduate School Liaison: Mark Fairchild
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-1780Application Requirements:
- Graduate School Application
- Official Transcripts from every college attended
Application deadline: The Advanced Educational Practice: School Psychology, Ed.S. program only admits students in the fall term. Applications that are received before March 1 will receive priority. If spaces are available, applications will be accepted.
The graduate school recommends that prospective students submit their application at least 30 days before the application deadline to allow time to provide official transcripts and other supplemental application materials required by the graduate program and the graduate school.
Master’s
- Elementary Education, M.Ed.
Program Description: The Elementary Education, M.Ed. program is designed for licensed teachers who seek to deepen their insights in curriculum, instruction, and evaluation in Elementary Education.
If prospective students are not currently a licensed teacher, they must also complete the requirements for the Teacher Education Program (TEP) at UTC. Elementary Education: Licensure, M.Ed. Graduate Catalog
Program Contacts:
Katie Brown, Certification Officer
(email) [email protected]| (office) 423-425-4022Graduate School Liaison: Mark Fairchild
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-1780Application Requirements:
- Graduate School Application
- Official Transcripts from every college attended.
- PRAXIS CORE scores or proof of current teaching licensure.
Application deadline: The Elementary Education, M.Ed. program accepts graduate applications for the fall, spring and summer terms with a rolling admission.
The graduate school recommends that prospective students submit their application at least 30 days before the application deadline to allow time to provide official transcripts and other supplemental application materials required by the graduate program and the graduate school.
- Elementary Education: English as a Second Language, M.Ed.
Program Description: The English as a Second Language (ESL) program is designed for licensed teachers who seek to deepen their insights into curriculum, instruction, and evaluation of English Learners. Completion of the program, along with a passing score on the required state exam, will qualify a student for a Tennessee endorsement as an ESL teacher.
Program Contacts:
Katie Brown, Certification Officer
(email) [email protected]| (office) 423-425-4022Graduate School Liaison: Mark Fairchild
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-1780Application Requirements:
- Graduate School Application
- Official Transcripts from every college attended.
- PRAXIS CORE scores or proof of current teaching licensure.
Application deadline: The Elementary Education: English as a Second Language, M.Ed. program accepts graduate applications for the fall, spring and summer terms with a rolling admission.
The graduate school recommends that prospective students submit their application at least 30 days before the application deadline to allow time to provide official transcripts and other supplemental application materials required by the graduate program and the graduate school.
- Educational Leadership: Supervisor/Principal Licensure, M.Ed.
Program Website | Graduate Catalog
Program Description: The Educational Leadership: Supervisor/Principal Licensure, M.Ed. program is designed for teachers who aspire to become school principals, assistant principals, supervisors, or central office personnel. Courses are aligned directly with the Tennessee Learning Centered Leadership System standards for Tennessee Instructional Leadership. Completion of the program and a passing score on the State exam for principal licensure leads to a TN endorsement as a “principal/supervisor”.
Program Contacts:
Barry Kamrath, Ed.D. Graduate Program Coordinator
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-4542Graduate School Liaison: Mark Fairchild
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-1780Application Requirements:
- Graduate School Application
- Official Transcripts from every college attended.
Application deadline: The Educational Leadership: Supervisor/Principal Licensure, M.Ed. program only admits students in the fall term. Applications are due on May 31 for the fall term.
The graduate school recommends that prospective students submit their application at least 30 days before the application deadline to allow time to provide official transcripts and other supplemental application materials required by the graduate program and the graduate school.
- Educational Leadership: Educational Leadership Non-Licensure, M.Ed.
Program Website | Graduate Catalog
Program Description: The Educational Leadership: Educational Leadership Non-Licensure, M.Ed. program is designed for experienced teachers who want to remain in the classroom and exercise leadership through school-wide collaboration, mentoring new teachers, departmental or grade-level leadership, leading professional development, and the improvement of curriculum and instructional strategies. This degree does not lead to an additional license endorsement.
Program Contacts:
Barry Kamrath, Ed.D. Graduate Program Coordinator
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-4542Graduate School Liaison: Mark Fairchild
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-1780Application Requirements:
- Graduate School Application
- Official Transcripts from every college attended.
Application deadline: The Educational Leadership: Educational Leadership Non-Licensure, M.Ed. program only admits students in the fall term. Applications are due on May 31 for the fall term.
The graduate school recommends that prospective students submit their application at least 30 days before the application deadline to allow time to provide official transcripts and other supplemental application materials required by the graduate program and the graduate school.
- Secondary Education, M.Ed.
Program Description: The Secondary Education, M.Ed. program is designed for licensed teachers who seek to deepen their insights in curriculum, instruction, and evaluation in Secondary Education.
If prospective students are not currently a licensed teacher, they must also complete the requirements for the Teacher Education Program (TEP) at UTC. Secondary Education: Licensure, M.Ed. Graduate Catalog
Program Contacts:
Katie Brown, Certification Officer
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-4022Graduate School Liaison: Mark Fairchild
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-1780Application Requirements:
- Graduate School Application
- Official Transcripts from every college attended.
- PRAXIS CORE scores or proof of current teaching licensure.
Application deadline: The Secondary Education, M.Ed. program accepts graduate applications for the fall, spring and summer terms with a rolling admission.
The graduate school recommends that prospective students submit their application at least 30 days before the application deadline to allow time to provide official transcripts and other supplemental application materials required by the graduate program and the graduate school.
- Secondary Education: English as a Second Language, M.Ed.
Program Description: The Secondary Education: English as a Second Language (ESL) concentration is designed for licensed teachers who seek to deepen their insights into curriculum, instruction, and evaluation of English Learners. Completion of the program, along with a passing score on the required state exam, will qualify a student for a Tennessee endorsement as an ESL teacher.
Program Contacts:
Katie Brown, Certification Officer
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-4022Graduate School Liaison: Mark Fairchild
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-1780Application Requirements:
- Graduate School Application
- Official Transcripts from every college attended.
- PRAXIS CORE scores or proof of current teaching licensure.
Application deadline: The Secondary Education: English as a Second Language, M.Ed. program accepts graduate applications for the fall, spring and summer terms with a rolling admission.
The graduate school recommends that prospective students submit their application at least 30 days before the application deadline to allow time to provide official transcripts and other supplemental application materials required by the graduate program and the graduate school.
- Exceptional Learning, M.Ed.
Program Description: The Exceptional Learning, M.Ed. program provides advanced training to licensed teachers or individuals seeking careers as teachers in public school settings from Elementary through Secondary. Students may obtain initial teaching licensure in special education or add an endorsement in that field. Teachers who already hold special education licensure may pursue the program to gain additional knowledge and improve their professional competencies. Graduates of the program will also be prepared for employment in numerous related agencies that provide services to persons with disabilities.
Program Contacts:
Jennifer Lynberg, Ph.D. Graduate Program Coordinator
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-4789Graduate School Liaison: Mark Fairchild
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-1780Application Requirements:
- Graduate School Application
- Official Transcripts from every college attended.
- PRAXIS CORE scores or proof of current teaching licensure
Application deadline: The Exceptional Learning, M.Ed. program accepts graduate applications for the fall, spring and summer terms with a rolling admission.
The graduate school recommends that prospective students submit their application at least 30 days before the application deadline to allow time to provide official transcripts and other supplemental application materials required by the graduate program and the graduate school.
Certificates
- English as a Second Language Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Program Description: The English as a Second Language Post-Baccalaureate Certificate program is designed for licensed teachers who seek to deepen their insights into curriculum, instruction, and evaluation of English Learners. Completion of the program, along with a passing score on the required state exam, will qualify a student for a Tennessee endorsement as an ESL teacher.
Program Contacts:
Katie Brown, Certification Officer
(email) [email protected]| (office) 423-425-4022Graduate School Liaison: Mark Fairchild
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-1780Application Requirements:
- Graduate School Application
- Official Transcripts from every college attended.
- PRAXIS CORE scores or proof of current teaching licensure.
Application deadline: The English as a Second Language Post-Baccalaureate Certificate accepts graduate applications for the fall, spring and summer terms with a rolling admission.
The graduate school recommends that prospective students submit their application at least 30 days before the application deadline to allow time to provide official transcripts and other supplemental application materials required by the graduate program and the graduate school.
- Instructional Coaching Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Program Website | Graduate Catalog
Program Description: The Instructional Coaching Post-Baccalaureate Certificate is a 12 credit hour program that will prepare students to be leaders in adult professional learning in educational environments including K-12 schools. Coursework will center on the skills and dispositions needed to: effectively lead adult learners, analyze and develop viable quality curricula, coach and present to adult learners, organize and lead professional learning communities, interpret and analyze relevant data to inform school improvement efforts. Students completing the Certificate in Instructional Coaching will complete a minimum of 50 hours of leadership-related filed experience through their coursework.
Program Contacts:
Barry Kamrath, Ed.D. Graduate Program Coordinator
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-4542Graduate School Liaison: Mark Fairchild
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-1780Application Requirements:
- Graduate School Application
- Official Transcripts from every college attended.
Application deadline: The Instructional Coaching Post-Baccalaureate Certificate program accepts graduate applications for the fall term.
The graduate school recommends that prospective students submit their application at least 30 days before the application deadline to allow time to provide official transcripts and other supplemental application materials required by the graduate program and the graduate school.
- Educational Leadership Post-Masters Certificate
Program Website | Graduate Catalog
Program Description: The Educational Leadership Post-Masters Certificate is for post-master’s students seeking an administrative license as a principal/supervisor. The certificate program builds on the foundation of courses taken in a previous graduate degree and focuses on leadership for school improvement that will result in higher levels of learning for all students.
Coursework and field experiences are aligned with Tennessee Instructional Leadership Standards and synthesized in the final practicum course. Although the field experience requirement is extensive, it is expected that students will complete the program and the field experience requirement while employed as a teacher. The certificate is in compliance with the 2009 “Tennessee Learning Centered Leadership Policy” and the successful program finisher will meet all requirements for a principal/supervisor endorsement in the state of Tennessee.
Program Contacts:
Barry Kamrath, Ed.D. Graduate Program Coordinator
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-4542Graduate School Liaison: Mark Fairchild
(email) [email protected] | (office) 423-425-1780Application Requirements:
- Graduate School Application
- Official Transcripts from every college attended.
Application deadline: The Education Leadership Certificate program only admits students in the fall term. Applications are due by May 31.
The graduate school recommends that prospective students submit their application at least 30 days before the application deadline to allow time to provide official transcripts and other supplemental application materials required by the graduate program and the graduate school.