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Earning a degree in education can prepare you for numerous rewarding careers. Although a school teacher is the first profession to come to mind, many other careers are possible depending on your experience, the degree level and field of study. Education degree holders can work in the public and private sectors, teach, manage, and conduct research.
Career Options in Education:
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Daycare / Nursery School Teacher
K-12 Teacher
Principal
Asst Principal
Superintendent
Special Education Teacher
Dean
Administrator
Curriculum Specialist
Instructional Designer
Adult Education Instructor
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College/University Faculty
Guidance Counselor
Tutor
Professor Training & HR Specialist
Employee Development Manager
Career Counselor
Education Researcher
Textbook Writer
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Educators Face a Strong Career Outlook
An educator is one of the more recession resistent careers. Whether the economy is prospering or lagging, the public will always need qualified teachers and educators. The career outlook for teachers is strong. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects employment of school teachers to grow by 12% between 2006 and 2016, thus producing 479,000 new jobs and expects a strong future for education jobs overall. >> click here to see projections for education careers
Go Further with a Graduate Degree
Holding graduate degrees in education is essential to individuals who desire educational leadership and administration positions. Many schools require their teachers to either have a master's degree or work on earning one within a certain amount of time. Most schools have payscales that reward you for having a master's degree. If you don't have a bachelor degree in education and want to become an educator, a master's degree in the field can fulfill most schools' education requirements.
NCATE Accreditation: Is it a Must?
NCATE accreditation is certainly desirable. However, there are plenty of top ranked schools that don't have NCATE accreditation yet still offer excellent quality education programs. In fact, many schools without the NCATE accreditation offer programs that are specifically approved by their state's department of education. Your long-term plans should dictate the decision to choose a program with or without the NCATE accreditation. Licensure requirements and a possible move out of state are two important factors in this decision. >> Read more
Consider a High Demand Specialization
School systems across the country have expressed great need for teachers who are specialized in mathematics, science, and english language learning (ELL/ESL) instruction. Educators who have extensive training or degrees in these fields will certainly have improved options in employment and better compensation potential. >> click here for Teacher Shortage Areas from the U.S. Dept. of Education
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| Featured Online Schools Offering Education |
Western Governors University Online
Editor's Choice
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Educational Leadership - MEd
Interdisciplinary Studies - BA
Instructional Design - MEd
Learning and Technology - MEd
Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12) - BA
Mathematics Education (K-6, 5-9, or 5-12) - MA
Measurement and Evaluation - MEd
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program (K-8)
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Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program, Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12)
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program, Science (5-9 or 5-12)
Science (5-12 or 5-12) - BA
Science Education (5-9 or 5-12) - MA
Special Education - BA
Special Education - Master of Science
Teaching - MA
Teaching / Science (5-9 or 9-12) - MA
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University of Cincinnati Online
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Curriculum & Instruction - MEd
Gifted, Creative, and Talented - MEd
Educational Leadership - MEd
Math Specialist (PK - 6) - MEd
National Board Certification Teaching Standards - MEd
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Reading Specialist - MEd
Special Education - MEd
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics) - MEd
Teacher Leader - MEd
TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) - MEd
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UMass Online
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Applied Linguistics - MA
Behavioral Intervention in Autism - Certificate
Curriculum and Instruction - MA
Curriculum and Instruction / Autism Studies - MA
Education / Science - MEd
Educational Administration - MEd
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Instructional Design - MEd
Instructional Technology for Educators - Certificate
Instructional Technology Design - Certificate
Reading and Language - MEd
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Liberty University Online
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Administration & Supervision - MEd
Early Childhood Education - MEd
Education - EdD
Educational Leadership - EdD, EdS
Elementary Education - MAT, MEd
Gifted - MEd
Math - MEd
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Program Specialist - MEd
Reading - MEd
Secondary Education - MAT, MEd
Special Education - MAT, MEd
Teaching and Learning - MEd, EdD
Technology and Online Instruction - MEd
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Capella University Online
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Curriculum & Instruction - EdS, MS, PhD
Early Childhood Education - MS
Enrollment Management - EdS, MS
Instructional Design for Online Learning - MS, PhD
K-12 Studies in Education - MS, PhD
Leadership for Higher Education - MS, PhD
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Leadership in Ed Administration - EdS, MS, PhD
Postsecondary and Adult Education - MS, PhD
Professional Studies in Education - MS, PhD
Reading and Literacy - MS
Special Education Leadership - PhD
Training and Performance Improvement - MS, PhD
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University of Nebraska at Kearney Online
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Administration - School Principalship, PreK-8 or 7-12 - MA Ed
Art Education - MA Ed
Biology - MS
Curriculum & Instruction - MA Ed
Education Administration Specialist - School Superintendent
Gifted Education Endorsement
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History - MA
Library Media Endorsement
Reading PK-12 - MA
Supervisor of Special Education - MA Ed
Special Education - Advanced Practitioner - MA Ed
Special Education - Gifted Education - MA Ed |
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Graceland University Online
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Collaborative Learning and Teaching - MEd
Differentiated Instruction - MEd
Mild / Moderate Special Education - MEd
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Quality Schools - MEd
Technology Integration - MEd
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Jones International University Online
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e-Learning Technology & Design - MEd
Education Leadership & Administration - MEd
Education Leadership & Administration : Principal & Administrator Licensure - MEd
Elementary Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment - MEd
Elementary Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment : Teacher Licensure - MEd
Higher Education Leadership and Administration - MEd
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K-12 Education Leadership - EdS, EdD
K-12 Instructional Technology - MEd
K-12 Instructional Technology: Teacher Licensure - MEd
Secondary Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment - MEd
Secondary Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment: Teacher Licensure - MEd
NBPTS Pathways to Accomplished Teaching
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Kaplan University Online
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Interdisciplinary Studies / Early Childhood Development - AS
Educational Paraprofessional Teacher's Aide - AS
Higher Education / College Teaching - MS
Higher Education / Student Services - MS
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Higher Education / College Administration & Leadership - MS
Teaching (Iowa Certification) - Master
Teaching (Outside Iowa) - Master
Education - Master
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University of Phoenix Online / Campus
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Administration & Education - MA
Adult Education & Training - MA
Curriculum & Instruction (C&I) - MA
C & I / Computer Education - MA
C & I / English & Language Arts - MA
C & I / English as a Second Language - MA
C & I / Mathematics Education - MA
California Teachers of English Learners - Certificate
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Early Childhood Education - MA
Educational Technology - EdD
Elementary Education - AA, BS
Elementary Teacher Education - MA
Higher Education Administration - PhD
Paraprofessional Education - AA
Secondary Teacher Education - MA
Special Education - MA
Teacher Leadership - MA
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University of Scranton Online
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Curriculum & Instruction - MS
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Walden University Online
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Child Development / Preschool - BS
Child Development / Infant/Toddler - BS
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Child Development / Preschool & Infant/Toddler - BS
Computer Information Systems / Educational Computing - BS
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Drexel University Online
(PA Applicants)
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Principal Certificate
Graduate Intern Teaching Certificate
Instructional Technology Specialist Certificate
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Graduate Study in Mathematics Learning and Teaching Certificate
Post-Bachelor's Teaching Certificate
Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) Certificate
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