Liberty University
Regionally Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS)
Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS)
Cost: $395 per credit hour
Do they offer a military Discount? YES
Average Length of Program: 1 1/2 – 2 years
Degree Programs Offered
Master’s of Education- Blended Program
Master’s of Arts in Teaching- Blended Program
What you NEED TO KNOW:
1. Types of Masters offered:
a. Offer Master’s Program for individuals that already have a bachelors degree in education looking to further their educational training and careers.
b. Also offer Master Program for the individual that have a bachelors degree in a non-education field, looking to make a career change into teaching.
2. Admission Requirements
a. 2.5 GPA
b. Official college transcript
c. Application
3. Course Length
8 weeks
4. How many courses can I take at a time.
Can take 1-2 courses
5. Teaching License:
If your masters program is designed for those that are NOT already a licensed teacher your course work will include preparation classes and student teaching that meet licensure requirements of most states
Virginia
This program is based out of Virgina so after completing the course you can take this state’s licensure exam to become a licensed teacher in Virgina.
All Other States
Liberty University will contact your state board to be sure that you complete all requirements in the program.
After completion of the program you will need to go to your home state Board of Education and be sure to complete and other licsenure requirements needed. This normally consists of completing passing your states licensing test in order to receive your teaching license. This program will meet most states licensure requirements (**NOTE: I recommend that before starting any teaching program to check with your state’s Board of Education to ensure this program will meet your state’s standards)
6. If my Master’s program requires student teaching do I have to find and set up my own student teaching in my home state?
Liberty University ask that you pick school in your area for potential student teaching practicum. You will have to make the 1st contact, but after this Liberty will help you set up the practicum.
Extras:
Liberty University was rated number three in the nation for online education.
This program can not be completed totally online, Each student would need to come to Liberty’s Campus in Virgina to complete three classes over a three week intensive course program. If you live close to Liberty’s campus and can arrange the time to complete the courses then this may be a good fit for you.
This online course are very flexible as there are no schedule times to log on, so you can complete the course work on your time.
If you are attaining requirements for licensure through this program your student teaching practicum will be 16 weeks long.