Graduation Education Department
Online Graduate Programs for Educators
Robust Portfolio of Impactful, Flexible Programs for Educators
Here you will find online programs designed for education professionals such as yourself who seek career growth and greater challenges.
Our rigorous, relevant courses are packaged within a dynamic, flexible atmosphere where students and professors can engage in collaboration and dialogues of ideas —all to make our online graduate education courses among the best on the market.
Online Graduate Education Programs
Master of Education, M.Ed
Specializations
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Endorsement PK-12
- Leadership
- Principal PK-12
- Reading Specialist PK-12
- Supervisor Special Education
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Master of Special Education, M.S.Ed
Specializations:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Endorsement PK-12
- Supervisor Special Education
View Master of Special Education program details.
Endorsement Programs
- Autism Spectrum Disorder PK-12
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Post- Baccalaureate Certificate Programs
Wide range of subject areas approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education to prepare students to apply for Pennsylvania teaching certification.
View Post-Baccalaureate Certificates details.
Graduate Education
Benefit from our Experienced Faculty
We take great pride in giving students the individual attention needed to make earning a graduate education degree online a successful and meaningful journey. Our faculty promote student development through active participation and making connections between theory- and research-based practice.
Director of the Graduate Education Department
mpeppetti@francis.edu
814-472-3068
Master of Education, M.Ed. (Online)
Those pursuing a Master of Education degree through Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û will find a robust program with a flexible schedule that can accommodate professional educators in the public and private sectors.
Program Snapshot
- Delivery Format: Online
- Total Credits: 30 Credits
- Estimated Completion Time: 2 years of full-time study or 2+ years of part-time study
- For course descriptions, licensure information, and admissions requirements, see the course catalog.
Specializations within Degree Path
M.Ed. candidates can work toward specializations or PDE-approved endorsement programs as part of their curriculum. Students are required to pass all Pennsylvania Department of Education required exams before applying for certification.
Autism Spectrum Disorder Endorsement K-12, M.Ed. (30 Credits)
Online plus 90 hours of clinical observations
Leadership, M.Ed. (33 Credits)
Online
Principal PK-12, M.Ed. (34 Credits)
Online plus 360 hours of clinical observations
Reading Specialist PK-12, M.Ed. (30-42 Credits)
Online plus 100 hours of clinical observations
Supervisor Special Education, M.Ed. (33 Credits)
Online plus 360 hours of clinical observations
Online Master of Special Education, MS.Ed.
The demand for special education services is on the rise as children with special needs are diagnosed and enrolled into special education programs earlier in life. The online Master of Special Education degree program at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û is designed to meet this increasing need.
Program Snapshot
- Delivery Format: Online
- Total Credits: 30 Credits
- Estimated Completion Time: 2 years of full-time study or 2+ years of part-time study
- For course descriptions, licensure information, and admissions requirements, see the course catalog.
Specializations within Degree Path
MS.Ed. candidates can incorporate an Autism Spectrum Disorder Endorsement or Special Education Supervisory Certificate with the master's program. Students are required to pass all Pennsylvania Department of Education required exams before applying for certification.
Autism Spectrum Disorder Endorsement K-12, MS.Ed. (36-39 Credits)
Online with 90 hours of clinical observations
Supervisor Special Education, MS.Ed. (39 Credits)
Online with 360 hours of clinical observations
Autism Spectrum Disorder Endorsement
This endorsement provides an additional level of specific training and experiences for professionals who provide educational services for the population of students presenting with various autism spectrum disorders.
Program Snapshot
- Delivery Format: Online
- Total Credits: 12 Credits + 90 hours of clinical observations
- Estimated Completion Time: Typically 1 year of full-time study or 2 years part-time
- For course descriptions, licensure information, and admissions requirements, see the course catalog.
Post-Baccalaureate Certificates (Online)
We are excited to offer a variety of online Post-Baccalaureate Certificates that are approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
Early Childhood Education Pre-K to 4
Biology 7-12
Chemistry 7-12
English 7-12
Math 7-12
Social Studies 7-12
Special Education PK-12
Secondary Education (7-12) certification credits required, vary based on the content area. Number of credits will be determined upon a transcript evaluation for each graduate education candidate.
Accreditation Statement: PDE-approved program that leads to certification. Certification is granted by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Exams are required in addition to program completion at the university. Candidates would apply through the Teacher Information Management System for certification.