Curriculum and Instruction (MEd) and Special Education Non-Licensure (MEd)
Overview
The Master of Education (MEd) is a professional degree designed for those who seek advanced study in education and related fields. The program is intended for teachers on a provisional license, those who are already licensed, or individuals who are pursuing careers that do not require teacher licensure.
The degree consists of a minimum of 30 graduate credit hours in the following:
- Required Core Courses (9 credit hours), AND
- Choice of Concentration (21 credit hours): Curriculum & Instruction or Special Education Non-Licensure
Required Core Courses
Plus one of the following: Curriculum & Instruction or Special Education Non-Licensure
Curriculum & Instruction
The Curriculum & Instruction concentration is a non-licensure graduate degree program that focuses on developing effective instructional programs by connecting educational theory to research-based practices.
Holding a Virginia teaching license is not a prerequisite for this degree. This degree is well suited for a student working with a provisional license. Please consult with an education advisor.
Select four courses (12 credit hours) from the following:
Electives - Select three courses (9 credit hours) from the following:
Other courses may be substituted as needed, subject to approval by the Director of the Teacher Education Program.
Special Education Non-Licensure
The Special Education Non-Licensure concentration is a graduate degree program that is suited for students working in special education environments outside the public school classroom. This program is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work with individuals with disabilities.
Holding a Virginia teaching license is not a prerequisite for this degree. This degree is well suited for a student working with a special education provisional license. Please consult with an education advisor.
Select four courses (12 credit hours) from the following:
Electives - Select three courses (9 credit hours) from the following:
Other courses may be substituted as needed, subject to approval by the Director of the Teacher Education Program.