Master of Education (MEd)
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Prepare for Higher Levels of Leadership in Education
NU offers two track options for students interested in pursuing their master’s in education and preparing for increased leadership responsibilities in K-12 or higher education. Options include a standard online MEd track with an array of education level specializations, or an accelerated track MEd that can help you complete your degree in just one year.
National University’s online Master’s in Education program prepares you to become a leader in the field by giving you the knowledge required to effectively analyze and address educational issues within your area of specialization. You’ll apply education leadership principles to real-world problems through professionally relevant case studies — all while gaining a wealth of experience from your mentoring professors.
Career Potential
Education professionals are in demand, and Emsi labor market analytics and economic data* show plenty of opportunities exist for those who choose to enter the field. Whether you want to teach or prefer to work in an administrative role, earning your PhD can help you impact the industry.
Positions
- Research scientist
- Research associate
- Psychometrician
- Education program consultant
- Education consultant
- College/university-level professor, assistant professor
- Teacher
- Research faculty member
- College/university-level administrator
- Dean
- Director
- Associate director
Work Settings
- Colleges and universities
- State Department of Education agencies
- Education service providers (i.e., Pearson)
- Private research institutes dedicated to educational or social policies
*Positions may require additional experience, training, and other factors beyond completing this degree program. Many roles may also require state licensure, and it is the student’s responsibility to ensure that all licensure requirements are met.
SOURCE: Emsi Labor Analyst- Report. Emsi research company homepage at https://www.economicmodeling.com/company/ (Report viewed: 4/12/2022).
DISCLAIMER: The data provided is for informational purposes only. Emsi data and analysis utilizes government sources to provide insights on industries, demographics, employers, in-demand skills, and more to align academic programs with labor market opportunities. Cited projections may not reflect local or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth. Current and prospective students should use this data with other available economic data to inform their educational decisions.
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Program at a Glance
19 professionally relevant specializations, 2 accelerated scheduling options
- Total Credit Hours: 30-36 Credit Hours
- Courses: 10-12 Courses*
- Recommended Completion Time: 16 Months
- Next Start Date: Every Monday
- Classroom Size: One
*This program is fully accredited by AAQEP through December 31, 2028.
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To that end, we’ve simplified and streamlined our application process, so you can get enrolled in your program right away. Because we accept and review applications year round, you can begin class as soon as next month, depending on your program and location of choice.
Learn more about undergraduate, graduate, military, and international student admissions, plus admissions information for transfer students. You can also learn more about our tuition rates and financial aid opportunities.
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Program Disclosure
Successful completion and attainment of National University degrees do not lead to automatic or immediate licensure, employment, or certification in any state/country. The University cannot guarantee that any professional organization or business will accept a graduate’s application to sit for any certification, licensure, or related exam for the purpose of professional certification.
Program availability varies by state. Many disciplines, professions, and jobs require disclosure of an individual’s criminal history, and a variety of states require background checks to apply to, or be eligible for, certain certificates, registrations, and licenses. Existence of a criminal history may also subject an individual to denial of an initial application for a certificate, registration, or license and/or result in the revocation or suspension of an existing certificate, registration, or license. Requirements can vary by state, occupation, and/or licensing authority.
NU graduates will be subject to additional requirements on a program, certification/licensure, employment, and state-by-state basis that can include one or more of the following items: internships, practicum experience, additional coursework, exams, tests, drug testing, earning an additional degree, and/or other training/education requirements.
All prospective students are advised to review employment, certification, and/or licensure requirements in their state, and to contact the certification/licensing body of the state and/or country where they intend to obtain certification/licensure to verify that these courses/programs qualify in that state/country, prior to enrolling. Prospective students are also advised to regularly review the state’s/country’s policies and procedures relating to certification/licensure, as those policies are subject to change.
National University degrees do not guarantee employment or salary of any kind. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to review desired job positions to review degrees, education, and/or training required to apply for desired positions. Prospective students should monitor these positions as requirements, salary, and other relevant factors can change over time.