Mary Baldwin College added a Master of Education program in 2009 as an opportunity for professional educators to enhance their careers. Whether you are already licensed and teaching in a K-12 classroom or working in another position related to the field of education — such as a museum educator or nature center interpreter — our Master’s in Education programs invite you to specialize in one of four areas of emphasis that distinguish our program from others around the country:
- Adult and Higher Education: Broaden your experience. Prepare for work in a higher ed setting or for work as a professional development provider, technical education practitioner, and more.
- Applied Behavior Analysis: Examines the principles of learning and behavior and explores their effective use in applied settings such as schools, hospitals, mental health settings, and in business.
- Autism Spectrum Disorders: This concentration is tailored to health services professionals and parents who work with and provide support to individuals with ASD in schools and in the greater community.
- Elementary Education: Make an early impression. This concentration is for existing teachers who want to complete endorsement requirements for Elementary Education PK-6.
- Environment-Based Learning: Reading on the River and Math in the Garden are just a few of the courses that encourage teachers to take their lessons outdoors in this groundbreaking curriculum.
- Gifted Education: MBC’s unique Program for the Exceptionally Gifted demonstrates the importance of encouraging gifted students’ potential.
- Leadership: An obvious asset for those in school administrative positions, leadership in the classroom is essential for any educator.
- Special Education: Special education teachers are perpetually in high demand, and intense preparation helps them address challenges in the classroom.
Deadlines for applications are as follows: Fall – July 31, Spring – November 15, Summer – April 15.
