Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction / Gifted Education
Liberty University

Program Details

Liberty University offers an online Master of Education degree with a concentration in Gifted Education. The degree program is suitable for teachers seeking to gain a position of a teacher working with exceptional students in K-12 learning institutions. The program will prepare students for leadership and assistant roles in Christian, public and private schools, as well provide a solid foundation for graduates wishing to further educational goals by pursuing an advanced credential or a Doctorate in Education.

Students of the M.Ed. in Gifted Education program must be aware that the program does not provide a teaching license and graduates will best use the degree to advance into education fields appropriate for above average children. The concentration is a critical part of the success of a student’s learning experience. The changing dynamics of classrooms are enhanced with the modern curriculum suitable for advanced school aged children. Liberty University offers an M.Ed. degree with focused curriculums to ensure that the students have a well-rounded learning opportunity, to better serve the church, the community and the children that will benefit from a Christ centered education. The emphasis on child development, creating a gifted child’s curriculum and classroom management will prepare graduates to be successful additions to school systems.

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

Learning Schedule

Asynchronous

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Liberty University is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges is the regional accrediting body for southern states.

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

2.5 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s)

Additional Info

  • Upon successful completion of Liberty University’s Virginia state-approved Master of Education – Gifted Education program, you may apply for the add-on endorsement in another state through reciprocity, which may or may not result in additional requirements based on your state’s Department of Education regulations.