M.A.T. in Secondary Ed. to Ed.S. in School Curriculum

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Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) – Secondary Education Curriculum to Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in School Curriculum and Instructional Planning

Overview
What You Will Learn
Careers
Benefits
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Lead Your Students to Success with an M.A.T. in Secondary Education to Ed.S. Dual Degree Program

As a secondary educator, you have the valuable opportunity to help middle and high school students make wise decisions and achieve success in their personal, professional, and academic endeavors. And by earning your state teaching license, you have the opportunity to impact these students in both public and private school settings.

Pursue your teaching license and bolster your résumé with Liberty University’s online Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) – Secondary Education Curriculum to Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in School Curriculum and Instructional Planning dual degree program. Through this program, you can meet the requirements for earning initial teaching licensure in the state of Virginia* while receiving advanced educational training at both the master’s and postgraduate level.

With our dual degree program format, you can earn your M.A.T. and Ed.S. faster than you would if you completed these degrees separately – allowing you to save time and money. Our world-class faculty will provide in-depth training in evidence-based classroom practices, curriculum design, and instructional planning – enabling you to grow as an education professional. Partner with us and prepare to take your career to the next level.

*Upon successful completion of Liberty University’s Virginia state-approved M.A.T. to Ed.S. program, you may apply for your teaching license in another state through reciprocity, which may or may not result in additional requirements based on your state’s Department of Education regulations. You can research your state’s licensure requirements here: https://www.liberty.edu/statelicensure/DTSS-MAT-D/.

What Will You Learn in Liberty University’s M.A.T. in Secondary Education to Ed.S. in School Curriculum and Instructional Planning?

  • Educational philosophy and theories of learning
  • Instructional strategies for diverse learners
  • Principles of behavior management

In this dual degree program, you’ll explore how to teach middle and high school students, design effective curricula, and implement essential instructional procedures. You’ll also have the freedom to take several elective courses, allowing you to personalize your degree and select classes that are most relevant to your desired career path. Throughout the program, you can complete the content competencies and field experience requirements needed to become a licensed secondary educator.*

*Upon successful completion of Liberty University’s Virginia state-approved M.A.T. to Ed.S. program, you may apply for your teaching license in another state through reciprocity, which may or may not result in additional requirements based on your state’s Department of Education regulations. You can research your state’s licensure requirements here: https://www.liberty.edu/statelicensure/DTSS-MAT-D/.

Potential Careers for M.A.T. in Secondary Education to Ed.S. Graduates

  • Curriculum coordinator
  • High school teacher
  • Instructional designer
  • Middle school teacher
  • Private/Christian school teacher
  • Tutor

Benefits of Pursuing Your M.A.T. in Secondary Education to Ed.S. in School Curriculum with Liberty University

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

  • We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
  • The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
  • You can complete this M.A.T. to Ed.S. dual degree program in as little as 2.5 years!
  • Liberty University’s School of Education meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

  • Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
  • Reserve/National Guard
  • Veterans/retirees
  • Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
  • Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

  • Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate and postgraduate courses
  • Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
  • 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)

 

60

Credit Hours

Class Type

100% online, 8-week courses

Transfer Credits

Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total

Next Start Date

May 13, 2024

Accreditation

CAEP