Online Master’s in Education—Professional Educator’s License

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Online Master of Arts in Education—Professional Educator’s License

MVNU’s Online Master of Arts in Education—Professional Educator’s License program allows candidates to earn a master’s degree with a four-year Resident Educator License from the comfort and convenience of their home. The program is facilitated by highly skilled faculty members with years of experience as educators and administrators. With the flexibility and convenience of 100% online coursework and the benefit of hands-on classroom field experience, the MA in Education program is ideal for busy, ambitious adults.

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Program Details

EST. PROGRAM LENGTH:22 months

COURSE LENGTH:5/8 WEEKS

COST PER CREDIT HOUR:$498

CREDIT HOURS:43

TRANSFER CREDITS:Up to 6

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CURRICULUM

The Online Master’s in Education—Professional Educator’s License program includes both intensive coursework and two field experiences (75 clock hours each) with student interaction, including development and delivery of lessons. This includes the following

credit hours:

MA in Education	Credit Hours
Introduction to Graduate Studies	1
History & Philosophy	2
Educational Psychology	3
Instructional Design and Effective Teaching	3
Inclusion & Inclusive Practices	3
Inclusive Practices Field Experience	2
Classroom Management & Behavior Analysis	3
Content Area Reading	3
Diagnostic Assessment & Progress Monitoring	2
Multiculturalism in Education	2
Urban/Diverse Field Experience	2
Technology for Educators	2
Leadership & Ethical Practice	2
Action Research	2
Instructional Design II	1
Student Teaching Seminar	1
Student Teaching	9
Total Program Hours	43

In the first field experience, student teachers observe and interact with students—as well as plan and teach three lessons—while gaining experience in a specific subject or area. In the second field experience, student teachers continue to build their skills by observing and interacting with students (including the planning and teaching of lessons) in an urban district with a diverse student population.

A 12-week student teaching assignment follows the completion of field experience and coursework.

RESIDENT EDUCATOR LICENSURE

Upon completion of the MA in Education degree, students have an additional three years to apply for their Ohio teaching license. The initial license required for teachers is the Resident Educator License. After three years, additional coursework and/or other conditions may be required for teaching licensure. Visit the Teacher License Overview page on the Ohio Department of Education website for more information on the Resident Educator License.

TEACHING LICENSE AREA

The table below lists all available license areas offered by MVNU.

License Area	Grades
Early Childhood (including 12 hours in reading)	Pre-K-3
Health and Physical Education	Pre-K-12
Integrated Language Arts	7-12
Integrated Mathematics	7-12
Integrated Social Studies	7-12
Integrated Business	4-12
Life Science	7-12
Physical Science	7-12
Spanish	Pre-K-12
Visual Art	Pre-K-12

Optional: Early Childhood Generalist Endorsement (self-contained, grades 4-5)

MIDDLE CHILDHOOD

Students must also complete two of the following four concentrations:

Concentration	Grades
Language Arts	4-9
Mathematics	4-9
Science	4-9
Social Studies	4-9

Optional: MCE Generalist Endorsement (self-contained, grades 4-6)

FINANCIAL AID & MA in Education PROGRAM COSTS

MA IN EDUCATION TUITION

Cost Per Credit	Credit Hours Required	Total Tuition
$498*	43	$23,239

*Fees, textbook costs, and tuition for any additional courses required for licensure are not included in the total program cost.

Additional costs include:

BCII/FBI background checks ($50-$60)
Ohio Educator Assessments ($115-$139 per exam)
Membership in a professional education organization ($25-$100)
Ohio teaching license application ($160 for 4-year, Resident Educator’s license)

A Graduation Fee of $100 is charged to all students, regardless of degree type, when the Registrar's Office receives their Intent to Graduate Form.

TUITION GUARANTEE

Once a student enrolls in the Online MA in Education, their tuition is locked in for the duration of their enrollment—that’s our tuition guarantee. Course-by-course payments are due by or before the first evening the class is held.

FINANCIAL AID

All applicants are urged to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. MVNU’s school code is 007085.

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MVNU’s Online Master’s in Education program encourages future teachers to reach for something more in their classroom—whether they’re learning or teaching. Earn your Master of Arts in Education and Resident Educator License and make a positive impact on the lives of children in Ohio. Start your journey by requesting more information about our online MA in Education—Professional Educator’s License today!

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