M.A. in Workforce Education and Development
This program is offered in-person, online, and hybrid.
The 30-credit Master's degree in Workforce Education and Development reflects contemporary legislation, national trends and critical issues that affect state and national work force development. Depending on the focus area, students expand their expertise in workforce education and development program administration, acquire advanced curriculum and instructional competencies in career-related training programs, school-to-work initiatives, student leadership development, and special populations. Required coursework, developed from the published research body of knowledge of the professional areas, strengthens students' abilities to teach workforce education and development, and to develop and implement new programs and curricula at secondary and post-secondary levels.
Those seeking to become a certified Michigan middle or high school CTE teacher should pursue the 36-credit post-baccalaureate pathway, which certifies teachers in the following areas:
- Business, marketing, management and technology
- Family and consumer sciences
- Industrial technology
A 9-credit certificate in Professional Workforce Educator that meets the academic course requirement for Michigan Standard CTE Certification is also available.
Why Workforce Education and Development 51福利社 Michigan University?
- Flexible programming allows students to complete this degree in-person, completely online, or in a hybrid model.
- Includes an optional for individuals who desire a leadership position at the secondary or post-secondary level.
- Prepares students for future careers or continued study in the Educational Leadership Doctoral program.
- 100% of program graduates were employed or continuing education within three months of graduation.
Who should apply?
Professionals looking to expand their expertise and acquire advanced curriculum and instructional competencies in career related training programs, school-to-work initiatives, student leadership development and special populations.
Those seeking to become a certified Michigan middle or high school CTE teacher.
Additional information
"I am grateful to the program for transforming me into a more dynamic teacher. I now have the tools and skillset to guide my students toward a career pathway that aligns with their passion and personal goals."
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