College of Education

Great teachers start at PSU.

PSU has a reputation for educating high-quality teachers who have a strong commitment to equity, inclusion and social justice, and a deep toolbox of cutting-edge practices and techniques. We’re filling the gaps in a high-demand industry by training the next generation of impact-driven educators, and giving you multiple pathways to become a teacher.

Whether you want to go into elementary education or get a position as a high school science teacher, PSU’s programs will develop your skills and expand your opportunities in the field.

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Early Childhood Education (pre-kindergarten)

Work in preschools as childcare center aids, preschool teachers, special education teachers, or administrators.

Early Childhood Education

Elementary School (kindergarten - 5th grade)

As an elementary teacher, teach multiple K-5 subjects rather than specializing in a particular area.

Elementary School

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Middle or High School (6th - 12th grade)

Middle and high school teachers teach specific subjects to multiple groups of students with different lesson plans throughout the day.

Middle or High School

Special Education

Work with teachers and teaching assistants to develop individualized lesson plans for students with a wide range of special needs.

Special Education

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Administration & Student Support

If you’d like to work in a school setting, but teaching isn’t your thing, we’ve got you covered. PSU offers programs in school counseling, education administration, and speech and hearing sciences. Each of these programs offers an alternative pathway to working in schools.

Admin & Support Programs

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Counselor Education

PSU offers quality education to support the professional growth of educators, counselors, and human services professionals through counseling master’s programs in clinical mental health, clinical rehabilitation, relationships counseling, and school counseling.

Counselor Education Programs

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Adult Education

If you’re interested in education outside of the K-12 classroom, we offer graduate certificates and master’s degree programs to pursue careers in administration, preparing you to be a K-12 principal or college academic advisor, work in school districts, excel in community education, or design and implement workplace trainings.

Adult Education