Teaching (MAT)

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) is designed for students with a bachelor’s degree in a field other than education. Earn your degree 100% online or choose to learn in person.

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Why Choose the Master of Arts in Teaching? 

Ready to make an impact as a teacher? The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) is designed for individuals with a bachelor’s degree in a field other than education, who have no formal teacher training and wish to enter the rewarding profession of teaching. The program is a great fit for individuals wanting to change careers or for recent graduates. 

Teacher Certification Options 

Graduates of the MAT program are eligible for teacher certification in general education or special education. 

General Education

  • Early childhood (Pre-K to grade 3)
  • Elementary education (grades 1 to 6)
  • Secondary education (grades 7 to 12) 
    • Biology 
    • Chemistry
    • Earth-space science
    • English 
    • Mathematics 
    • Physics
    • History/social studies 
    • World languages (Pre-K to grade 12) in French or Spanish

Special Education

  • Infant/primary special education (birth to grade 3)
  • Elementary/middle special education (grades 1 to 8)
  • Secondary/adult education (grades 6 to 12) 

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About Our Students

Teresa Valverde says the faculty are one of the greatest strengths of the MAT program. “Faculty shaped the content in every course to reflect diversity and promote an inclusive environment, which is exactly what we want to create in the classroom ...”

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MAT Program Options

You chose the option that works best for you and earn your degree in-person or online.

One-Year Option: Hybrid

Available for general education only. The One-Year option requires a full-time commitment to courses and internship. Part-Time internship is required during the fall term; a full-time internship is completed in the spring term. This option is completed in four terms, and begins only in the summer.

Part-Time Option: 100% Online or Hybrid

Available for general education and special education. The Part-Time option requires a minimum of two years to complete. Students may begin this option in any term. Late afternoon and evening courses are offered each term. The final term requires a full-time commitment to courses and internship. 

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Contact Information

Program Director

 
Pamela Wruble
Location
Psychology Building
Room 102