Online Degrees at Western Governors University

At Western Governors University (WGU), your competence and the knowledge and skills you possess are the ultimate focus of every program. By emphasizing mastery of essential skills and knowledge instead accumulating credit hours, WGU's approach to earning a degree rewards focused hard-working professionals. Progress toward your online degree is based on passing rigorous assessments that measure your skills and knowledge in your field of study. We call it competency-based learning.

Experience flexibility and affordability with an education from WGU. Here are a few of the benefits that WGU offers it's students:

• Extensive degree personalization
• Ability to access the course material and study independently at the time and place you choose
• Apply your real-world experience and complete your assessment faster
• Pay one flat rate per 6-month term and save money if you complete your degree faster
• Support from a mentoring team committed to your success including progress managers, faculty mentors and support staff
• Only an average of 15-20 hours a week will be devoted to your studies

Accreditation

WGU's home accrediting commission is the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, the same organization that accredits such leading institutions as the University of Washington, University of Oregon, University of Utah and Brigham Young University. WGU is also nationally accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). The WGU Teachers College is also accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8(Online)

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This program is appropriate for teaching candidates who need a bachelor's degree, want to become a certified elementary school teacher or middle school generalist, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.

The B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8) prepares you for licensure to become an elementary teacher or middle school generalist. The program teaches you the content knowledge and skills to become a highly qualified teacher, and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers and paraprofessionals, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Mathematics (5-9 or 9-12)(Online)

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Math teachers are in high demand. This program is ideal for someone who needs a bachelor's degree, wants to become a certified middle school or high school math teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.

The BA in Mathematics (5-9 or 9-12) prepares you for secondary teacher licensure in middle school and high school mathematics. The program educates you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Science (5-9 or 9-12)(Online)

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Science teachers are in high demand! This program is ideal for someone who needs a bachelor's degree, wants to become a certified middle school or high school science teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.

The BA in Science (5-9 or 9-12) prepares you for secondary teacher licensure in middle school and high school science. The program educates you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Social Science (5-12)(Online)

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A great investment in your future! This program is ideal for someone who needs a bachelor's degree, wants to become a certified middle school or high school social science teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.

The BA in Social Science (5-12) prepares you for secondary teacher licensure in middle and high school social science. The program educates you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom.

This program is ideally suited to someone who has considerable social science background and can use the knowledge they already possess to move more quickly through the required subject area assessments. It's perfect for unlicensed substitute teachers, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Special Education (PK-12)(Online)

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This program is appropriate for teaching candidates seeking certification who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn endorsement in special education, and begin their careers in this high-demand field. The BA in Special Education (PK-12) prepares you to effectively teach students with mild to moderate cross-categorical disabilities. Graduates become highly-qualified special education teachers. Scholarships are available to those who qualify.

Master of Arts (MA) in Mathematics Education (K-6, 5-9 or 5-12)(Online)

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This program is appropriate for master's candidates who already have teaching licensure who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn a secondary certification in mathematics, and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The MA in Mathematics Education (K-6, 5-9, or 5-12) prepares you to certify in secondary mathematics or complete a professional development program in K-6 mathematics. Graduates become better mathematics teachers and also develop sophisticated, graduate-level abilities in technology integration, instruction, measurement, and management and innovation. Earn more with a master's degree in a high-demand field!

This program is appropriate for master's candidates of various backgrounds who wish to earn a secondary certification and advance their careers in a high-demand field.

Master of Arts (MA) in Science Education (5-9 or 5-12)(Online)

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This program is appropriate for master's candidates who already have teaching licensure who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn a secondary certification in science, and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The MA in Science Education (5-9 or 5-12) prepares you to certify in secondary science. Graduates become better science teachers and also develop sophisticated, graduate-level abilities in technology integration, instruction, measurement, and management and innovation. Earn more with a master's degree in a high-demand field!

This program is appropriate for master's candidates of various backgrounds who wish to earn a secondary certification and advance their careers in a high-demand field.

Master of Arts (MA) in Teaching (K-8)(Online)

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The online MA in Teaching (K-8) enables you to become a licensed elementary school teacher and earn your accredited master's degree at the same time. The program, which includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting, combines preparation for elementary or generalist/middle school teacher licensure with additional education to earn your master's and become highly qualified under NCLB.

Fulfill your dream of becoming a teacher and earn an average of $10,000 more a year with a master's degree, and recoup the cost of your degree quickly. NCATE Accredited Institution.

These programs are ideal for someone who (1) already holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics, science, engineering or social science, (2) wants to become a certified middle school or high school teacher and (3) desires to earn a master's degree.

Master of Arts (MA) in Teaching - Mathematics (5-9 or 9-12)(Online)

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If you already have a mathematics background, you can become a licensed teacher and earn a master's degree. The MA in Teaching - Mathematics combines teacher licensure and a master's degree in a program that trains you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. As a master's program, it includes additional training in research and your choice of instructional design, management and innovation, measurement, or technology integration.

These programs are ideal for someone who (1) already holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics, science, engineering or social science, (2) wants to become a certified middle school or high school teacher and (3) desires to earn a master's degree.

Master of Arts (MA) in Teaching - Science (5-9 or 9-12)(Online)

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Perfect for someone who already has a science background, you can become a licensed teacher and earn a master's degree. The MA in Teaching, Science, combines teacher licensure and a master's degree in a program that trains you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. As a master's program, it includes additional training in research and your choice of instructional design, management and innovation, measurement, or technology integration.

These programs are ideal for someone who (1) already holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics, science, engineering or social science, (2) wants to become a certified middle school or high school teacher and (3) desires to earn a master's degree.

Master of Arts (MA) in Teaching - Social Science (5-12)(Online)

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If you already have a social science background, you can become a licensed teacher and earn a master's degree. The MA in Teaching, Social Science, combines teacher licensure and a master's degree in a program that trains you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. As a master's program, it includes additional training in research, instructional design, and performance improvement.

These programs are ideal for someone who (1) already holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics, science, engineering or social science, (2) wants to become a certified middle school or high school teacher and (3) desires to earn a master's degree.

Master of Education (MEd) in Instructional Design (Online)

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This program is specifically designed for already-licensed teachers who are currently using technology for instructional purposes and who wish to focus on larger curricular or year-long development plans. If you can devote 15-20 hours per week to your studies, you'll develop your curriculum and instructional expertise. The competency-based MEd in Instructional Design will enhance your teaching talents and increase your technology integration skills using instructional design principles. The course of study integrates best practices in instructional design, technology integration, measurement and evaluation, and development of graduate-level research abilities.

Please note that this program is for already licensed teachers. These programs are not intended for those looking to prepare for a teaching license.

Teachers with a master's degree earn on average over $10,000 more per year than those with only a bachelor's degree. This MEd program is a great investment in your future.

Master of Education (MEd) in Learning and Technology (Online)

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This program is specifically designed for already-licensed teachers who are currently using technology in the classroom and are committed to discovering new and better ways to teach. If you can devote 15-20 hours per week to your studies, you'll become a technology and instruction expert, and have the potential to earn more too. The competency-based MEd in Learning and Technology will enhance your teaching talents and increase your technology integration skills using instructional design principles to make you more in demand than ever before. The course of study integrates best practices in instructional design, technology, measurement and evaluation, and development of graduate-level research abilities.

Please note that this program is for already licensed teachers. These programs are not intended for those looking to prepare for a teaching license.

Teachers with a master's degree earn on average over $10,000 more per year than those with only a bachelor's degree. This MEd program is a great investment in your future.

Master of Education (MEd) in Measurement and Evaluation (Online)

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The competency-based MEd Measurement and Evaluation is a great fit for the already-licensed teacher who desires to incorporate sophisticated skills in measuring and evaluating instruction. Perfect for those who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, the program integrates best practices in measurement and evaluation, instructional design, technology integration, and development of graduate-level research abilities.

Please note that this program is for already licensed teachers. These programs are not intended for those looking to prepare for a teaching license.

Master of Science (MS) in Educational Leadership (Online)

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This program is specifically designed for already-licensed, practicing teachers aspiring to become school principals. If you can devote 15-20 hours per week to your studies, you'll be prepared to serve as a highly effective, instruction-based, certified principal. You will learn, for example, how to design and implement effective, standards-based educational improvement plans. The course of study integrates best practices in educational leadership into a case-study approach that culminates in an integrated practicum and capstone project.

The MS in Educational Leadership is based on multiple national standards, including the standards of the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) and the principles of the Baldrige National Quality Program's Education Criteria for Performance Excellence in Schools.

Master of Science (MS) in Special Education (preK-12)(Online)

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This program is appropriate for master's candidates who already have teaching licensure who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn endorsement in special education, and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The MS in Special Education (preK-12) prepares you to certify in special education and effectively teach students with mild to moderate cross-categorical disabilities. Graduates become better special education teachers and also develop sophisticated, graduate-level abilities in research fundamentals and instructional design principles.

Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program (K-8)(Online)

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This program is appropriate for someone who already holds a bachelor's degree, wants to become a certified elementary teacher or middle school generalist, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.

The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program (K-8) is the fastest way to qualify to become licensed as an elementary teacher or generalist middle school teacher. The program trains you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.

Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program, Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12)(Online)

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This program is appropriate for someone who already holds a bachelor's degree with an extensive mathematics background, wants to become a certified middle school or high school mathematics teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.

The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program, Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12), is the fastest way to become licensed as a middle school or high school mathematics teacher. The program trains you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed mathematics, substitute teachers , paraprofessionals, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.

Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program, Science (5-9 or 5-12)(Online)

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This program is appropriate for someone who already holds a bachelor's degree with an extensive science background, wants to become a certified middle school or high school science teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.

The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program, Science (5-9 or 5-12) is the fastest way to become licensed as a middle school or high school science teacher. The program trains you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed, science substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.

Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program, Social Science (5-12)(Online)

This program is appropriate for someone who already holds a bachelor's degree with an extensive social science background, wants to become a certified middle school or high school social science teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.

The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program, Social Science (5-12) is the fastest way to qualify to become licensed as middle school or high school social science teacher. The program trains you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed, social science substitute teachers and paraprofessionals, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.

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