Master of Arts in Teaching / K-12 Certification
Pennsylvania Western University

Program Details

Enroll in this Master of Arts in Teaching online degree and advance professional opportunities. Are you interested in beginning or advancing a teaching career? If so, there are two tracks available in this Master of Arts in Teaching that will allow you to meet your goal.  

There is a Level 1 teacher certification if you have a background in teaching or a track if you want to make a career change into elementary or secondary education. With either track, you will become a more effective educator with a greater understanding of best practices and classroom technology.

If you wish to earn a Level 1 teacher certification and a Master’s degree concurrently, there are several disciplines to choose from:

  • Art Education (PK-12) 
  • Elementary Education (PreK-grade 4)
  • Middle-Level Education (Grades 4-8) 
  • Secondary Education (Grades 7-12) 
  • Technology Education (PK-12) 

This is a flexible Master of Arts in Teaching online degree that allows you to set a pace you are comfortable with. Balance your education and career.

% Online

100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Pennsylvania Western University is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Additional Materials May Be Required

Additional Info

  • Meets certification standards for PA. Non-residents should check with their home state.