Master of Education Online Degree Programs and Certificates
American Public University (APU) offers online graduate degree and certificate programs based upon 21st-Century best practices and relevant national standards for teachers, administrators, and counselors who are looking to enhance their impact on student achievement and school improvement. All our programs, taught by experienced experts in their fields, help educators advance their knowledge and skills to take their careers in education to the next level. All class content is delivered online and onsite clinical requirements can be met at your home school, so you can earn your degree while balancing other commitments at home and work.
APU offers a variety of programs that will aid in eligibility for initial certification to become a teacher. These include: Administration and Supervision; Guidance and Counseling; Teaching - Elementary Education; Teaching - Secondary Social Studies; and, Post-baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Certification.
Available Programs
- M.Ed. in Administration and Supervision*
- M.Ed. in Guidance and Counseling*
- M.Ed. in Teaching*
- M.Ed. in Teaching - Concentration in Elementary Education*
- M.Ed. Teaching - Concentration in Secondary Social Studies*
- Post-baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Certification Program*
* These degree programs may lead to eligibility for certification.
Why Choose APU?
- In 2009, American Public University System, the parent of APU, was the recipient of the Sloan Consortium’s award for quality online education.
- In 2008, the National Survey of Student Engagement found that 97% of seniors at American Public University System would choose us again.
Affordable Excellence
American Public University offers one of the most affordable options available for pursuing your education online. APU was founded on the concept that everyone with a desire for learning should be able to afford a quality education. Other schools charge two or three times as much in tuition and fees!At APU, you can earn a master’s degree for about $10,000 (total program tuition, not per year), which is less expensive than you’ll find most state schools. Other online schools charge nearly twice the tuition per credit! APU minimizes fees that can add significantly to the cost of your degree, setting it apart from other schools that charge technology, application, or admissions fees.
Additionally, APU accepts federal student aid and military tuition assistance.
We invite you to join a vibrant community of 70,000 students who have chosen APU to reach their education goals.
To learn more about our various programs and affordable tuition, simply take 60 seconds to complete the online Request for Information form.
Modern & Relevant Programs
APU offers the relevant programs and courses for today's job market via more than 70 relevant degrees. Just a few of the ways we stay current on industry needs: the majority of our faculty are currently working in the fields they are teaching in; we partner with industry organizations such as the FBI National Academy Associates and build programs and certificates tailored to their needs; and we rely on Industry Advisory Councils made up of corporate members who review our curriculum to ensure its relevance to the skills needed in their industries.Experienced & Professional Faculty
Our faculty combines relevant theory with real-world experience. They come with degrees from many of the top institutions around the world, and many are executives in government, business and nonprofit organizations, including the United Nations, State Department, Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Central Intelligence Agency, National Security Agency, and Federal Emergency Management Agency.Affordable & Respected
American Public University provides high-quality, affordable distance education to students around the globe. We do not have resident or non-resident students, so tuition is not based on a student's geographical location or home of record.Transfer Credit for Prior Coursework
You can transfer previous education and training for credit, allowing you to progress faster toward your goal. We will accept up to 45 semester hours towards an associate degree, 90 semester hours towards a bachelor's degree and 15 semester hours towards a master's degree.
Accreditation
American Public University is a member of American Public University System. American Public University System is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association (30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602; 800.621.7440) and nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission, Distance Education and Training Council (1601 18th St., NW, Washington, DC 20009; 202.234.5100)
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Video Spotlight
Learn more about the student experience in the School of Education at American Public University.
Student Spotlight
Sarah Barz, Graduate
Master of Education in Teaching - Elementary Education
After years in the information technology industry, Sarah Barz began looking for the next big thing — and what she wanted to do when she “grew up,” as Barz says. Some people might have continued a comfortable career path, after being in the business for 20 years. But Barz was ready for a change.
In what many would consider a 180-degree career shift (Barz would disagree), she decided to become a teacher — returning to college online at American Public University to earn a Master of Education: Teaching Elementary Education degree. Read more...
Faculty Spotlight
Lynne Bailey
Program Director
Ed D: University of Central Florida
Lynne Bailey is the Dean of the School of Education at American Public University System. Dean Bailey holds an Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida as well as a M.Ed. with a focus in English Education and curriculum integration. She comes to APUS with several years experience as a public school, National Board Certified language arts teacher and as a teacher educator at the university level. During her tenure in the public school system, Dr. Bailey developed school library collections that integrated content standards from the Florida middle grades language arts and social studies curriculum.
In addition to her work in teaching, Dr. Bailey has presented at national and international conferences and has published her research in books and in recognized academic journals including Research in Middle Level Education Online, Educational Forum, and Middle School Journal. Service contributions have extended beyond the university to include collaboration with North Carolina school districts in the areas of gifted education, differentiating instruction, and developing and sustaining cultures of literacy in the middle school. Dr. Bailey both supports and participates in the work of national education organizations, most notably the American Association for Teaching and Curriculum, for which she served as Conference Program Chair. Most recently, Dr. Bailey was appointed AATC Executive Secretary. She resides in Charles Town, WV.
Tips for TeachersAmerican Public University’s Tips for Teachers cards provide common signs regarding child welfare concerns as well as strategies and techniques that help teachers be more effective in the classroom and support the well-being of students. Created by a former teacher, these cards utilize expert, respected resources. These 6-in. x 8-in. laminated cards can be easily stored at the teacher's desk or tucked into training and planning materials.
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