Master of Education & Teacher Certification

Highly-qualified, caring teachers are in demand across New Hampshire and the country.

Master of EducationFranklin Pierce University's graduate teacher education programs include Master of Education degrees and certification options for those who have a bachelor's degree and have never taught, as well as for those who are already certified and want to advance in their profession.

Graduates of the Master of Education program at Franklin Piece are prepared to be caring and supportive teachers in a standards-based environment that stresses accountability and excellence. The program is solidly based on "best practices" research that integrates the most current knowledge about technology, state and federal standards, multiple ways of learning, alternative assessment, reflective practice and more.

Students can earn a Master of Education degree or Master of Education degree with Certification in the following areas:

  • Elementary Education (K-8)
  • Middle/Secondary Education in Biology (7-12), English (5-12) or Social Studies (5-12)
  • General Special Education with Learning Disabilities (K-12)
  • General Special Education with Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities (K-12) 
  • M.Ed.-only in Curriculum and Instruction (with an optional Literacy focus)

NEW in 2010!!
Accelerated M.Ed. in General Special Education with Learning Disabilities
at Rindge

Designed for recent college graduates, the new Accelerated M.Ed. in General Special Education with Learning Disabilities at Rindge will begin in June 2010. This degree is offered as an M.Ed.-only with completion in 12 months or as an M.Ed. plus Teacher Certification with completion in just 18 months.  The program will be offered on the Rindge campus with graduate housing available to interested students. 

Want to Know More?

Click on the images below to download a detailed program sheet for information on admission and course requirements.

            M.Ed. thumbnail          Accelerated MEd_thumbnail
             Master of Education &            Accelerated Master of 
              Teacher Certification              Education in General
                                                                  Special Education with
                                                                    Learning Disabilities

For more information, see the 2009 - 2010 Program Overview or view the College of Graduate & Professional Studies academic catalog for specific degree requirements and course information.

Contact

Franklin Pierce University
College of Graduate & Professional Studies
1.800.325.1090
cgps@franklinpierce.edu

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