Teaching and Leadership
Whether you are starting your career with a Bachelor of Science in Education or seeking to advance professionally with a Master's Degree or Educational Specialist, we are confident that this is the right place for you! With accredited programs, as well as traditional, online, and hybrid classes, and a supportive faculty and staff to assist you, you can embark on or continue your journey towards a fulfilling career in the field of Education and Leadership.
The department provides Alternative Teaching Licensure programs in both Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education. Additionally, certificates that lead to endorsements for teaching licenses in various educational fields are available.
Pitt State College of Education has been recognized as one of the Top 25 Best Online Graduate Education Programs by U.S. News & World Report. The selection of the best online master's in education degree programs was based on criteria such as accreditation, admissions selectivity, and the academic and career support services provided to students.
Family and Consumer Sciences Graduate Degree Informational Meeting
Join Dr. Heather Carter and Dr. Sheila Cook for a free informational meeting about the Family and Consumer Sciences graduate degree emphasis, Thursday, July 17, 7-8 p.m., CST. Register today
Pitt State College of Education Receives CAEP Accreditation
The Pittsburg State University College of Education meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation. CAEP promotes excellence in educator preparation through content and pedagogy, clinical partnerships and practice, candidate recruitment, progression and support, program impact, and quality assurance and continuous improvement. Learn more about CAEP Accreditation
Our Mission: To develop highly-qualified educators in partnership with educational organizations.
- Student Organizations
Student Organizations
(Formerly known as Future Educators Association or FEA)
KNEA Aspiring Educators is an international student organization dedicated to the recruitment and development of prospective educators interested in education-related careers.
Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is the largest international professional organization dedicated to advancing the success of children and youth with disabilities and/or gifts and talents. CEC unites preservice teachers, established professionals, and community partners to provide both support for one another and advocacy for students with exceptionalities.
Follow CEC on Instagram | Sign up for Remind: text the number 81010 with the message @psucec
Kappa Delta Pi is an international honor society in education, dedicated to scholarship and excellence. Society members recognize and honor achievement; strive to a high degree of professional fellowship, leadership, and growth in the field of education; and serve their students and educational community.
Enhance your career as a member of the Alpha Zeta Chapter of Kappa Delta Pi at Pitt State. Membership in KDP gives you more than a line on a resume’. The society provides resources and services at each stage of your career to help you become and remain a better educator. You can access essential tools and programs that give you an edge in looking for a job, pursuing graduate study, or facing everyday issues and challenges in the classroom.
NSLS | The National Society of Leadership and Success
NSLS is the nation's largest leadership society with more than 700 chapters. NSLS works to build leaders, support goal achievement, and improve the world.
Department Contact Information:
Chair: Dr. Jason Clemensen
Contact: Sammye Opela
201 Hughes Hall
Phone: 620-235-4508
Fax: 620-235-4421