Graduate Programs in Secondary Education
Graduate Pathways for Teaching and Leadership
Whether you're entering the teaching profession as a career changer, expanding your expertise or preparing for school leadership roles, Kutztown University's secondary education graduate programs offer opportunities to achieve your professional goals.
Explore our master's degrees and certification programs to find your next step. Our team is available to help you explore your options.
- Program Questions: secondaryeducation@kutztown.edu
- Graduate Admissions Questions: graduate@kutztown.edu
➔ Become a Teacher
M.Ed. Secondary Education: Teaching with Initial Certification
Turn your bachelor's degree into a teaching career. Earn a master's degree and prepare for Pennsylvania teaching certification through online coursework, faculty mentorship and flexible clinical pathways ideal for career changers and working professionals. 36 credits of online graduate coursework with in-person clinical experience.
➔ Advance Your Teaching Career
M.Ed. Secondary Education: Curriculum & Instruction
Strengthen your teaching practice through advanced study in curriculum development, instruction and educational research. This flexible online program is designed for practicing educators seeking professional growth. 30 credits of online coursework.
English as a Second Language PK-12 Program Specialist Endorsement
Expand your teaching credentials and develop specialized skills to support multilingual learners. Explore language acquisition, culturally responsive instruction and assessment through online coursework and classroom fieldwork. 15 credits primarily online with 60 hours of fieldwork.
➔ Pursue School Leadership
Principal Certification PK-12
Prepare for school leadership through graduate coursework in instructional leadership, school improvement and educational administration, paired with practical internship experience. 24 credits of online coursework with in-person internship.
Supervisory Certification: Curriculum and Instruction PK-12
Develop the skills to lead curriculum development, instructional improvement and professional learning. Coursework is stackable with the M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction. 24 credits of primarily online coursework with in-person internship.