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Teaching music is a rewarding career. Like you, we focus on student success. If you’re considering a master’s degree, we can help you reach your goal. Both degrees are offered online and on campus. Our M.Ed. degree can lead to a recommendation for Class A Alabama professional educator certification and can be completed in as little as three semesters (Summer-Spring-Summer).
Our M.S. degree (which does not lead to certification) provides an interdisciplinary graduate-level education for community-based or international music educators.
M.Ed. Degree Overview
The M.Ed. degree leads to recommendation for Class A Alabama professional educator certification.
This program is offered on campus and online.
Coursework — 30 hours
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Coursework in 3 areas:
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Music content, ensemble, or applied music, where applicable
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Music education
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Education, including educational psychology, research, media, special education*
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*RSED 6000/6006 Advanced Survey of Exceptionality is required if a survey of special education course was not previously completed.
M.S. Degree Overview
The M.S. degree does not lead to professional educator certification.
This program is offered on campus and online.
Coursework — 30 hours
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Orientation to teaching and learning
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Music education electives
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Advisor-approved electives
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Capstone in teaching and learning
