Online master’s in education degrees

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Grow your education career through graduate study

Become a leader in your school and gain skills for a rewarding career with the online education master’s programs from Brenau University. Whether you are seeking initial teacher certification in Georgia or want to take the next step in your teaching career, our programs offer the personalized learning, flexible scheduling and academic excellence you’re looking for. The depth of knowledge and relevant experience you get at Brenau will prepare you to make a positive impact in your students’ lives.

  • Online graduate degrees in the College of Education were ranked 9th in the nation on U.S. News & World Report‘s Honor Roll listing.
  • Education degrees are approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission for Teacher Education Programs.
  • Brenau is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Explore our program options

Brenau’s graduate education programs focus on the latest teaching strategies and instructional methods for learners of all ages to ensure you get the professional development you need to excel. Find the initial certification or continuing career program you’re looking for below.

Graduate

Our online education master’s programs deliver advanced skills and subject matter expertise to put your goals within reach.

  • Master of Arts in Teaching Elementary Education
  • Master of Arts in Teaching Middle Grades Education
  • Master of Arts in Teaching Secondary Education
  • Master of Arts in Teaching Special Education
  • Master of Education in Elementary Education
  • Master of Education in Middle Grades Education
  • Master of Education in Special Education

Endorsements

Earning an education endorsement allows you to enhance your teaching knowledge in specific content areas to prepare for new professional opportunities.

  • Autism Endorsement
  • English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Endorsement
  • K–5 Math Endorsement
  • K–5 Science Endorsement
  • Reading Endorsement

About us

Brenau University is a private, nonprofit institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s, specialist and doctoral degrees.

We are committed to empowering our students to prepare them for their chosen path. At Brenau, we care about your success and are here to help you fulfill your potential and make a positive impact on the world.

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Online learning

At Brenau, you will learn in small classes, which gives you plenty of opportunities to ask questions and receive one-on-one support from your professors. With flexible scheduling and online delivery, we make education fit into your busy life. Our programs respond to the needs of today’s students, so you’ll receive the education you need to become a leader who makes a difference. From here, you can.

Become an expert educator with real-world coursework

Our online master’s in education courses are designed to be highly responsive to current challenges and issues teachers experience in the field. Graduate students can add an endorsement with three additional courses to specialize their skills in specific content areas.

Qualify for career advancement

Earning a graduate degree can set you up for lifelong success as an educator and increase your earning potential. Among the largest school districts in the country, nearly 88% offer a salary increase to teachers who earn master’s degrees.1 Discover the benefits of continued study with Brenau.

Education career paths and salaries

  • Elementary School Teacher: $61,3502
  • High School Teacher: $61,8202
  • Instructional Coordinator: $63,7402
  • Middle School Teacher: $61,3202
  • Special Education Teacher: $61,8202

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Sources

  1. National Council on Teacher Quality. How do school districts compensate teachers for advanced degrees? Retrieved from https://www.nctq.org.
  2. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Education, Training, and Library Occupations. Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/education-training-and-library/home.htm.