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Â鶹´«Ã½ has Undergraduate, Graduate, and Online degree options from which to choose.

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Resources

Â鶹´«Ã½ provides many different program resources such as General Program Information, Educator Preparation Program Approval, Field Experience, Student Teaching, State Certification, and State and Federal Reports. View these resources by clicking the button below.

Career Opportunities

This career field provides many different options in K-12, Higher Ed, Adult & Continuing Education, Government, and Non-Profit trajectories. Below is a list of the many different careers you could have in education.

A Range of Roles in K-12 and Higher Education

• Whereas the majority of individuals see education only as an opportunity to become a teacher, the field has expanded immensely. Within the context of the K-12 industry, in addition to the teaching positions, there is a need for such specialists as instructional coaches, curriculum developers, and technology coordinators who help maintain standards of education and develop innovative learning experiences for all learners.
• A career path in Higher Ed can lead to student services, academic advising, and administration. Specialists at these institutions play a crucial role in ensuring institutional development and student retention. The goal of these specialists is to make sure that students receive the proper guidance throughout their studies and achieve academic success.

Adult Education, Government, and Corporate Training

• In a world where the workforce never stops developing, the demand for educators who will be responsible for planning and conducting professional development programs for companies arises. Due to this, there is an interesting direction called Corporate Training, where teachers can use their skills for achieving business goals and help firms remain competitive by educating their workers.
• At the same time, state bodies and government institutions require education specialists to develop policies and conduct programs in such areas as literacy and civil service training. Thus, another important area to consider is that related to government work and education development within a community.

The Non-Profit and Global Sector

• Non-profit organizations offer a distinct opportunity to those who are mission-driven individuals. Educational professionals in the non-profit field typically deal with community outreach efforts, literacy programs funded by grants, or global development programs. This requires an extraordinary combination of both teaching skills and administrative skills, as the individuals must justify the effectiveness of their program to their audiences and funders.
• Regardless whether one works in a conventional school system or oversees educational programs at a global non-profit organization, a degree in education offers a great foundation to becoming a leader. This industry is known for its adaptability, which makes it a great choice for those interested in developing human knowledge.

K-12

• Elementary School Teacher
• Middle School Teacher
• High School Teacher
• Pre-school Teacher
• Child Care Center Worker
• Special Ed Teacher
• Principal
• School Counselor
• Missionary
• Professional Development Director
• Curriculum Director
• Curriculum Coach/Mentor
• Christian School Administrator

Higher Ed

• University Professor
• Community College Professor
• Researcher
• Student Affairs Manager
• Information & Library Services Director
• Program Director

Adult & Continuing Education

• English as a Second Language Teacher
• GED Preparation Coach
• Inservice Educator
• Leisure-oriented Educator
• Literacy Development Coach
• Professional Development Director
• Staff Development Director
• Business/Industry
  • Consultant
  • Customer Service Representative
  • Human Resources Director
  • Publisher & Technical Writer

Government

• Administrator
• Manager
• Planner
• Researcher
• Social Worker
• Writer

Non-Profit

• Teacher or Trainer
• Program Director
• Public Relations Director
• Administrator
• Fundraiser

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes information about occupational employment and wage estimates. This link takes you to information about the supply and demand on the teacher work force: 

Accreditation

Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s Teacher Education Program is approved by the Texas Education Agency.