Graduate Programs
Graduate programs at the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development combine rigorous coursework and rich field experiences to nurture the skills and knowledge needed to help students address the challenges facing PK-12 education. Other programs are geared toward students pursuing careers in university settings and at agencies that serve children and families. Our outstanding faculty have a wealth of research and practical experience, and have supported previous students to become well-versed in areas such as social and emotional learning, educational leadership and policy, and practices to promote diversity, equity and inclusion.
For more information about graduate programs, contact: Jo-Ellen Carr, Administrative Assistant for Graduate Records 207.581.2444 | joellen.carr@maine.edu. Or request information from the Graduate School.
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Graduate Certificates
Graduate CertificatesBuild skills and knowledge as you advance in your career. Click on the picture to learn more.
- Adapted Physical Education
100% online | 15 credits | Rolling admissions - Athletic Administration
100% online | 9 credits | Rolling admissions - Autism Spectrum Disorders
100% online | 12 credits | Rolling admissions - Classroom-based Comprehensive Literacy Practices
Hybrid | 15 credits | Rolling admissions - Classroom Technology Integrationist
100% online | 12 credits | Rolling admissions - Comprehensive Literacy Coaching
Hybrid | 15 credits | Rolling admissions - Computational Thinking for Educators
100% online | 12 credits | Rolling admissions - Early Childhood Teacher
100% online | 12 credits | Rolling admissions - High Leverage Practices to Promote Inclusion
100% online | 15 credits | Rolling admissions - Instructional Design
100% online | 12 credits | Rolling admissions - Library and Media Specialist
100% online | 15 credits | Rolling admissions - Multilingual Special Education
100% online | 15 credits | Rolling admissions - Outdoor Leadership and Education
Hybrid | 15 credits | Rolling admissions - Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports: RTI for Behavior
100% online | 9 credits | Rolling admissions | Be sure to check out our Maine PBIS Tier 1 Trainer and Coach micro-credential! - Special Education Leadership: Assistant Special Education Director
100% online | 15 credits | Admissions Deadlines: Aug. 15 for Fall start, April 15 for Summer start - Teacher Leadership
100% online | 12 credits | Rolling admissions - Transition Leadership
100% online | 15 credits | Rolling admissions - Try on Leadership
100% online | 12 credits | Rolling admissions
Master's and Education Specialist Programs
Master's and Ed.S. programs.Deeper understanding and practices for professional and personal growth. Click on the picture to learn more.
- Curriculum, Assessment and Instruction
(M.Ed.; Ed.S.) - Master of Arts in Teaching
(M.A.T.) - Accelerated M.A.T. (For current undergraduate students only)
(M.A.T.) - Master of Science in Athletic Training
(M.S.A.T.) - Accelerated M.S.A.T. (For current undergraduate students only)
(M.S.A.T.) - Educational Leadership
(M.Ed.; Ed.S.) - Student Development in Higher Education
(M.Ed.; Ed.S.) - Human Development (Not accepting applications at this time)
(M.S.) - Instructional Technology
(M.Ed.; Ed.S.) - Kinesiology and Physical Education
(M.Ed.; M.S.) - Literacy Education
(M.Ed.; Ed.S.) - Peace and Reconciliation Studies
(M.A in Interdisciplinary Studies) - Special Education
(M.Ed.; Ed.S.)
Doctoral Programs
Doctoral ProgramsFor forward-thinking scholars, institutional leaders and policymakers who want to address ongoing challenges at all levels of education. Click on the picture to learn more.
- Education
Areas of Specialization- Special Education (Ph.D. program designed to prepare educators for leadership positions in both K-12 schools and higher education institutions, where they can contribute to special education teacher preparation and address a nationwide shortage of special educators)
- Higher Education (Ph.D. or Ed.D. program designed for mid-career professionals with the theoretical and practical frameworks to understand colleges and universities as complex organizations)
- Literacy Education (Ph.D. program focused on theoretical research traditions, historical perspectives, and diverse epistemologies and methodologies that frame the study of literacy in varied settings, with emphasis on the distinct needs of rural areas)
- Prevention & Intervention Studies (Not accepting applications at this time. Ph.D. program for educators interested in increasing positive academic and social-behavioral outcomes for PreK-12 children and their families by focusing on issues related to risk, resilience, prevention and intervention.)
- STEM Education (An interdisciplinary Ph.D. degree program for those who have an interest in improving the quality of science, technology, engineering, or mathematics education through research)
- Educational Leadership
(Ed.D. program for scholarly-practitioners seeking to deepen their understanding of schools, districts, state and national policy, and leadership practice in PK-12 schools)