Bachelor of Arts in English
The Bachelor of Arts degree with a language requirement and primary major in English is designed to provide students with substantive academic content in a liberal arts discipline of their choice. The program prepares students for teaching opportunities in elementary and secondary education after completion of additional methodology courses required for teacher certification in all states. The degree also provides an academic foundation for students interested in pursuing further graduate education necessary for postsecondary teaching positions in liberal arts at most colleges and universities. Focused studies are designed to provide an interdisciplinary component that will increase the student’s breadth of learning. The program will provide workers in business and government, as well as education, with learning that promotes critical thinking, information utilization, collaboration, communication, and analytical skills essential to effective and efficient work productivity.
The major in English is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of rhetoric, literature, and writing. Students will choose from topics in American and English literature, writing essentials, linguistics and poetry, literary masterpieces, and technical writing.
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While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.
| Prereq Degree |
High school diploma or GED. |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
You may be able to convert previous college credits or corporate training into college credit at University of Phoenix. We evaluate courses taken at regionally- or nationally-accredited colleges and universities. |
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Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision
The courses in our MAED/Administration and Supervision degree program provide a foundation in education finance, school law, principal roles and responsibilities, community relations, and personnel supervision. The knowledge and skills developed from these courses is essential to helping you become a successful and ethical administrator.
To give you an even better idea of the responsibilities you'll face as a school principal, you'll participate in a required internship that incorporates fiscal operations and community relations, as well as curriculum, instruction and assessment.
Elevate your leadership and make an impact in your educational community
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While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.
| Concentration |
Administration and Supervision |
| Prereq Degree |
Undergraduate degree. |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
You may be able to convert previous college credits or corporate training into college credit at University of Phoenix. We evaluate courses taken at regionally- or nationally-accredited colleges and universities. |
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Master of Arts in Education/Adult Education and Training
Our Adult Education and Training degree program gives you the tools you need to enhance adult learning.
You'll focus on methods and techniques for engaging adult learners in a corporate training or community college setting, or any other academic or recreational instructional environment.
The course work emphasizes adult learning theory, the needs of diverse learners, critical issues and trends in adult education and training, instructional design and strategies, the use of technologies as well as assessment and learning. You'll also focus on coaching and mentoring, e-learning and instructional web design technologies.
Be a part of a lifetime of learning for today's adult learners. Enroll today in our Master of Arts in Education/Adult Education and Training degree program.
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While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.
| Concentration |
Adult Education and Training |
| Prereq Degree |
Undergraduate degree. |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
You may be able to convert previous college credits or corporate training into college credit at University of Phoenix. We evaluate courses taken at regionally- or nationally-accredited colleges and universities. |
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Master of Arts in Education/Curriculum and Instruction
The Master of Arts program in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading is intended for P-12 teachers who would like to expand and deepen their theoretical knowledge, instructional expertise, and use of effective digital and print resources for diverse populations in the teaching and learning of reading and literacy. The International Reading Association standards and the College of Education’s Conceptual Framework form the foundation for the focus of this program, which is to support reading professionals in learning and teaching new, research-based methodologies and in becoming advocates for collaborative, positive change in literacy education in their school, their district, and the community.
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While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.
| Concentration |
Curriculum and Instruction |
| Prereq Degree |
Undergraduate degree. |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
You may be able to convert previous college credits or corporate training into college credit at University of Phoenix. We evaluate courses taken at regionally- or nationally-accredited colleges and universities. |
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Master of Arts in Education/Early Childhood Education (Certification)
The Master of Arts in Education (MAED) with a specialization in Early Childhood Education is a graduate degree program preparing candidates for teacher licensure in the field of early childhood (birth to age eight). Candidates for this program have already earned a bachelor’s degree and wish to gain the pedagogical skills and knowledge that will assist them in becoming competent and effective early childhood educators. The curriculum is based on state and national standards for early childhood education. It includes theories of early childhood growth and development, the significance of family and cultural diversity for learning, the use of developmentally appropriate practices, assessment techniques, and technology to promote learning.
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While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.
| Concentration |
Early Childhood Education (Certification) |
| Prereq Degree |
Undergraduate degree. |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
You may be able to convert previous college credits or corporate training into college credit at University of Phoenix. We evaluate courses taken at regionally- or nationally-accredited colleges and universities. |
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Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education
The Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education (MAED/TED-E) is a graduate degree program preparing candidates for teacher licensure. The guiding philosophy of the MAED/ TED-E program is to provide the adult student, who already has a degree in a discipline other than education, with the skills and knowledge that will allow them to become a competent and effective educator. This program focuses on elementary student learning by improving the educator-s responsibility for that learning. Student teaching is an integral component of the Teacher Education Program. It provides students with a field-based experience at the appropriate grade and content level. Student teachers work with a cooperating teacher from a school site and with a University of Phoenix faculty advisor. The student teaching experience is designed to emphasize the achievement of state standards leading to certification and to present individuals with growth opportunities that best prepare them to assume the duties of a certified classroom teacher. Throughout the program, students are required to complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified field experiences, covering a variety of developmental levels. The focus of each observation will relate to specific course content. Documentation will be maintained in the student-s professional portfolio.
For program disclosure information, click here.
While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.
| Concentration |
Elementary Teacher Education |
| Prereq Degree |
Undergraduate degree. |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
You may be able to convert previous college credits or corporate training into college credit at University of Phoenix. We evaluate courses taken at regionally- or nationally-accredited colleges and universities. |
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Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education
The Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education (MAED/TED-S) is a graduate degree program preparing candidates for teacher licensure. The guiding philosophy of the MAED/TED-S program is to provide the adult student, who already has a degree in a discipline other than education, with the skills and knowledge that will allow them to become a competent and effective educator. This program focuses on secondary student learning by improving the educator’s responsibility for that learning.
Student teaching is an integral component of the Teacher Education Program. It provides students with a field-based experience at the appropriate grade and content level. Student teachers work with a cooperating teacher from a school site and with a University of Phoenix faculty advisor. The student teaching experience is designed to emphasize the achievement of state standards leading to certification and to present individuals with growth opportunities that best prepare them to assume the duties of a certified classroom teacher.
Throughout the program, students are required to complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified field experiences, covering a variety of developmental levels. The focus of each observation will relate to specific course content. Documentation will be maintained in the student’s professional portfolio.
For program disclosure information, click here.
While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.
| Concentration |
Secondary Teacher Education |
| Prereq Degree |
Undergraduate degree. |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
You may be able to convert previous college credits or corporate training into college credit at University of Phoenix. We evaluate courses taken at regionally- or nationally-accredited colleges and universities. |
| Courses |
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Master of Arts in Education/Special Education
The Master of Arts in Education (MAED) with a specialization in Special Education is a graduate degree program preparing candidates for teacher licensure in the field of special education. Candidates for this program have already earned a bachelor’s degree and wish to gain the pedagogical skills and knowledge that will assist them in becoming effective special education educators. The program’s curriculum includes orientation to the exceptional child, foundations and methodologies of mild disabilities, diagnosis and assessment of disabilities, structured English immersion, reading and language arts instruction, inclusion strategies, and collaboration and resource management for the special educator.
Throughout the program, students are required to complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified field experiences. The focus of each observation will relate to specific course content. Documentation will be maintained in the student’s electronic portfolio. Students’ field experiences are designed to prepare them for student teaching.
For program disclosure information, click here.
While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.
| Concentration |
Special Education |
| Prereq Degree |
Undergraduate degree. |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
You may be able to convert previous college credits or corporate training into college credit at University of Phoenix. We evaluate courses taken at regionally- or nationally-accredited colleges and universities. |
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Master of Arts in Education/Teacher Leadership
The Master of Arts in Education program with a specialization in Teacher Leadership is intended for P-12 teachers who define themselves as learners, teachers, and leaders. Teachers become servant leaders who empower themselves and others to directly impact school culture as champions of innovation and facilitators of school improvement, professional development, and student achievement. The program provides advanced knowledge in collaboration, coaching and mentoring, decision making, planning, action research, and evaluation. Graduates will be able to serve their students, colleagues, and communities as ethical leaders committed to excellence.
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While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.
| Concentration |
Teacher Leadership |
| Prereq Degree |
Undergraduate degree. |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
You may be able to convert previous college credits or corporate training into college credit at University of Phoenix. We evaluate courses taken at regionally- or nationally-accredited colleges and universities. |
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