Academic Programs
The School of Education & Allied Professions offers online courses through the Department of Teacher Education, the Department of Educational Leadership and the Doctor of Educational Leadership Program in the following degree and licensure programs:
Graduate Non-Licensure
Graduate Licensure
Undergraduate or Graduate Endorsements and Certificates
Graduate Only Endorsements and Certificates
- Computer Technology Endorsement for Teachers
- Reading Endorsement for Teachers
- Technology-Enhanced Learning Certificate
At the University of Dayton, few students opt to complete master's degrees entirely online, though that is possible in some programs. Many blend online and traditional courses throughout the program. For online coursework, no campus visits are required.
Tuition Reduction
We also understand the particular financial burden of graduate education on educators in Catholic schools. Teachers and administrators employed full time by a Catholic school or diocese are eligible for 50 percent tuition reduction while they pursue the online master's degree in Educational Leadership.
Master of Science in Educational Leadership
The Department of Educational Leadership is committed to the preparation of scholar-practitioners who are dedicated to building learning communities through critical reflection. To this end, we offer an online Master of Science Degree in Educational Leadership.
Tuition scholarships are available to teachers and administrators working full time in Catholic schools or diocesan offices who enroll in online courses.
Email Janice Keivel for more information.
M.S. in Educational Leadership with Catholic School Concentration
The Department of Educational Leadership is committed to the preparation of scholar-practitioners who are dedicated to building learning communities through critical reflection. To this end, we offer an online Master of Science Degree in Educational Leadership with a Catholic School Concentration.
Tuition scholarships are available to teachers and administrators working full time in Catholic schools or diocesan offices and enrolled in online courses only.
Email Janice Keivel for more information.
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Intervention Specialist Licensure Program (K-12 Mild/Moderate)
The graduate Intervention Specialist program is designed for experienced intervention specialist professionals who seek a part-time, web-based program. It's designed for individuals who wish to advance the knowledge and skills required to be effective leaders and advocates in the field of special education.
The program content can be applied by program administrators, supervisors, teacher leaders and advocates in a variety of settings where professionals work with and advocate for special education children and their families.
All coursework is available online. Some traditional on-campus courses are also available.
In addition to the required coursework, candidates must pass the PRAXIS II specialty area exam prior to receiving endorsement.
Learn more about the Intervention Specialist Licensure Program (PDF) >>
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Early Childhood Leadership and Advocacy Certificate
The Early Childhood Leadership and Advocacy Certificate is designed for experienced early childhood professionals, such as program administrators, supervisors, teacher leaders and other professionals who work with and advocate for young children and their families. This program prepares candidates with the knowledge and skills required to be effective leaders and advocates in the field of early care and education.
Email Dr. Shauna Adams for more information.
Early Intervention Certificate
The Department of Teacher Education offers the Early Intervention Certificate. This certificate allows servicing infants and toddlers, ages birth through two, who have an identified developmental delay or who are at risk for developing such a delay. The young child is served within the context of its family.
Students enrolled in an Early Childhood licensure program may complete the coursework for the Early Intervention Certificate as a focus area for their undergraduate degree.
Email Brenda Ponder for more information.
Computer Technology Endorsement for Teachers
Whether you are a classroom teacher desiring to enhance your professional practice by using technology or your are interested in becoming a school or district-wide technology coordinator, the Computer Technology Endorsement has been specifically designed to meet your needs.
This program was developed in collaboration with the Institute for Technology-Enhanced Learning in the School of Education & Allied Professions. ITEL is dedicated to developing, field testing and disseminating best practices in technology-enhanced teaching and learning.
The concentration prepares candidates to integrate technology-enhanced learning into their own teaching and to assist other professionals in their schools.
The courses focus on helping teachers increase student learning in pre-kindergarten to grade 12 in the context of a technology-enhanced, problem-based learning environment.
Email Brenda Ponder for more information.
Reading Endorsement for Teachers
The Reading Endorsement for Teachers can be added only to an existing standard teaching certificate/license. The endorsement is for kindergarten through grade 12.
To obtain the Reading Endorsement, candidates must have taken the required 12 hours in the teaching of reading as outlined by the State of Ohio Licensure Requirements. These may be taken at the graduate or undergraduate level. In addition to the required coursework, candidates must pass the PRAXIS II specialty area exam prior to receiving the endorsement.
Email Brenda Ponder for more information.
Technology-Enhanced Learning Certificate
The Technology-Enhanced Learning Certificate was developed in collaboration with the Institute for Technology-Enhanced Learning (ITEL) in the School of Education & Allied Professions. ITEL is dedicated to developing, field testing and disseminating best practices in technology-enhanced teaching and learning.
This certificate would benefit community college instructors or out-of-state teachers. It documents competence in integrating technology-enhanced learning into teaching and assisting other professionals to accomplish the same.
Email Brenda Ponder for more information.
