Explore Graduate Programs
Kutztown University offers a wide range of advanced degrees in education, from teachers who want to advance their education, to non-educators who want to earn a teaching degree, to counselors in school and other settings. What degree are you seeking?
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Doctorate
Ed.D., Doctor of Education
For educators, the doctorate in education (Ed.D.) will help you transform education one student, and one classroom, at a time.
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Graduate
Counseling: Addiction, Master of Arts
For individuals seeking a career in professional counseling, to develop personal awareness, knowledge of counseling, addiction and co-occurring disorders.
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Graduate
Counseling: Clinical Mental Health, Master of Arts
Serve in settings such as a community or private mental health agency, the Veterans Administration, a hospital, drug/alcohol treatment, a college/university.
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Graduate
Counseling: Marriage, Couple and Family - M.A.
Help people find their way through tough times and assist couples and families in their relationships.
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Graduate
Certification
School Counseling, Master of Science
From elementary through college, school counselors are responsible for supporting the academic, personal, and developmental health of students across America.
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Certification
School Counseling - Post-Master Certification
Master's degree in counseling holding students interested in 1. Pursuing certification as a school counselor, or 2. Completing requirements for Licensed Professional Counselor and/or Marriage and Family Therapist.
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Graduate
Master in Student Affairs in Higher Education
Pursue a professional careers in student affairs at institutions of higher education.
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Graduate
Certification
Reading Specialist Certification, Master of Education
This online/blended program is intended to prepare reading specialists/literacy coaches to plan instruction and work with learners who have difficulty reading.
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Graduate
Certification
Elementary Education (Pre-K-4), Master of Education, Initial Certification Post Baccalaureate
Candidates with non-education related bachelor's degrees can obtain initial certification to teach in public elementary schools while earning a master's degree.
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Graduate
Certification
Library Science, M.L.S.
Earn a master's degree in library science online or on-campus.
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Graduate
Certification
Instructional Technology, Master of Education (M.Ed.)
Students completing the thirty (30) credit Master of Education in Instructional Technology degree with a concentration in Digital Classroom Technology will be well prepared to effectively use instructional technology in the classroom.
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Graduate
Certification
Secondary Education, Master of Education
For secondary school teachers. Specialize in one of six areas (Biology, English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Curriculum and Instruction, Middle Level or Teaching). Teaching Specialization can include initial certification.
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Graduate
Certification
Teaching with Initial Certification
The M.Ed in Secondary Education: Teaching with Initial Certification is a hybrid, social justice-oriented teacher preparation program with an emphasis on urban school contexts. The program is designed for individuals with undergraduate degrees interested in becoming teachers in U.S. public schools.
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Certification
K-12 Principal Certification Program
This program educates teacher leaders to increase school achievement in collaborative and comprehensive ways.
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Certification
English as a Second Language (ESL) K-12 Certification
Provides students seeking an ESL certificate the knowledge, skills, and outlook to address the needs of English Language Learners in a comprehensive program.
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Certification
Curriculum and Instruction, Supervisory Certificate
The Supervisory Certificate is now a hiring requirement in many local school districts, specifically when a district seeks to add district coordinators, supervisors and department heads to its staff.
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Graduate
Art Education, Master of Education
A perfect fit for busy professionals who want to share their knowledge and love for art; and who believe that everyone, no matter their artistic ability, age, or economic status is enriched by art.
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Graduate
Music Education, Master of Education
With an M.Ed. in Music Education, you’ll be immersed in the advanced teaching theories and instructional design strategies you need to unlock that potential.
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Graduate
Multicultural Education, Master of Education
For educators to support the changing demographic of school-aged children. Students in the program will learn concepts of legal, historical and philosophical foundations of multicultural education.
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Certification
Graduate
Special Education, Post-Baccalaureate Certification
Earn certification to teach students with disabilities, prekindergarten through grade 12 or up to 21 years of age.
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Graduate
Certification
Visual Impairment Certification Preparation Program
This online, post-baccalaureate program follows the required curriculum for the PA Department of Education Educator Certification in Visual Impairment.