Careers in Teaching - Information For Current and Future Teachers

Common Types of Education Degrees

A common path to become a teacher is to earn a bachelor's degree in education. Many people also earn advanced degrees in education such as a masters or PhD degree, which may or may not be required for the state you live in. Each state has different teacher certification and degree or education requirements for becoming a teacher. In today’s world it is not uncommon to earn a degree or an advanced degree in education from an online university.



Common Education Degree Areas of Concentration

Administration and Supervision
Adult Education/Distance Learning
Corporate Training & Knowledge
Counselor Education
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood
Educational Leadership
Elementary Licensing
Elementary Reading & Literacy
Instructional Technology
Secondary Licensing
Special Education
Teaching and Learning



What Type of Certification Are You Interested In?
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