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Technical Teacher Education

Online Master's Degree in Career and Technical Education with an Emphasis in Technical Teacher Education

Program Overview

The Technical Teacher Education (TTED) program at Pittsburg State University (PSU) strives to provide quality opportunities in the development and growth of competent Career and Technical Education (CTE) teachers.  The coursework is specifically geared toward assisting CTE teachers in acquiring their professional education skills and credentials.

Additional benefits include:

  • Coursework is developed specifically for CTE teachers, allowing students the opportunity to adapt assignments for instructional materials.
  • Coursework is delivered completely online.
  • Open educational resources are utilized in many courses reducing textbook purchasing expenses.
  • Personalized advisement is provided to each student by a Technical Teacher Education faculty member, utilizing a five-year course schedule.

Online Coursework

Coursework in the TTED program is designed for working professionals unable to attend face-to-face classes.  Content is delivered 100% online in both synchronous and asynchronous format.  Synchronous courses meet 1-4 times in a semester on either a Tuesday or Thursday evening from 5:00 to 8:00 pm (Central Time Zone).  All courses are facilitated in the Pittsburg State University learning management system, Canvas.

Emphasis Information

The Technical Teacher Education Emphasis in the Master of Science in Career and Technical Education (MSCTE) degree provides individuals with an opportunity to earn a graduate degree in a 100% online format.  The degree is a 30-hour program with courses focusing on growth as an educator in CTE areas.

Contact Information

For more information, select the “Contact Program Coordinator” button at the top of the page or contact one of the individuals below.

MSCTE Contact Information
Dr. Greg Belcher Dr. Julie Dainty Dr. Kevin Elliott Dr. Jon Jones
Dr. Greg Belcher Dr. Julie Dainty Dr. Kevin Elliott Dr. Jon Jones
620-235-4637 620-235-4033 620-235-4294 620-235-4998
Contact Dr. Belcher Contact Dr. Dainty Contact Dr. Elliott Contact Dr. Jones

Options available for the degree

Option I: Thesis
This option is designed to prepare students for a doctoral program, for advanced professional careers, or for students wanting to complete an in-depth research experience.

Option II: Coursework

This option requires completion of coursework that demonstrates evidence of advanced coursework in an area of concentration. Departments will require evidence of competency through activities such as research papers, portfolios, practice, internships, comprehensive exams, or other individual work. Students should check with their major department for specific requirements for the coursework.