University to Schools for Graduates MEd

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Upon completion of the University to Schools for Graduates pathway, students receive a master's in Education (MEd) as well as initial licensure to teach middle school or high school. This 33–37 credit program can be taken full-time or part-time. Full-time students may complete the program in 3–4 semesters, while part-time students have up to 3 years to finish the program. In addition to Education courses, students in the University to Schools for Graduates pathway complete at least four 600+ level courses in their subject area.

This program leads to initial teacher licensure in Massachusetts so you can teach in the Massachusetts public schools.

For questions about the University to Schools for Graduates pathway, or if you would like to make an advising appointment, please contact the Education Advising Center at education [at] umass [dot] edu (education[at]umass[dot]edu)

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Education 615G
Integrating Technology with Instruction

Learn the potential uses of technology in K-12 educational settings and methods for integrating technology tools into the curriculum. Explore emerging and established technologies. Develop educational materials for use within your classroom.

Secondary Teacher Education

The Secondary Teacher Education Preparation program prepares students to become middle or high school teachers.

Licensure

All Educator Licensure programs at the University of Massachusetts Amherst are approved by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Second Education to meet licensure requirements in the state of Massachusetts ONLY.  

Many US states are signatories to the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement which facilitates the mobility of educators among the states that are members of NASDTEC. This agreement makes it possible for an educator who completed an approved program and/or who holds a certificate or license in one jurisdiction to earn a certificate or license in another state or jurisdiction, with possible additional requirements. 

If you are seeking licensure in another state, here is a Teacher Licensure Agency Directory for you to contact other states.