Education Specialist in Middle Grades Education
Brenau University

Program Details

Brenau University’s online Education Specialist in Middle Grades Education (Ed.S.) is designed for experienced teachers with a graduate degree in middle grades education who want an advanced degree for continued career success. 

Finish your program in one year and complete a concentration in either math/science or language arts/social studies while you earn your degree. PSC Level V certification in middle grades education and at least two years of full-time teaching experience are required to apply.

Brenau’s education programs are accredited by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission for Teacher Education Programs (GaPSC), so you can be confident you’re earning a credential recognized for high academic standards and quality. 

The flexible online curriculum delivers the subject matter expertise you need to become a leader and mentor in the classroom and beyond. During your program, you’ll complete a five-course research sequence addressing a real-world issue in your school or community. This emphasis on practical learning bridges theory and practice, allowing you to apply your studies in real-world contexts.

This valuable credential can be leveraged for promotions and increased earning potential. Upon program completion, you will be prepared for career paths like middle school educator, teacher assistant, educational therapist and principal. 

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100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Brenau University is accredited by:

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

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV

Additional Info

  • Must have a teacher certificate and a minimum of two years teaching experience

Restricted States

Alabama, Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Federated States of Micronesia, Florida, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Marshall Islands, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Islands, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Palau, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming