School of Education

Welcome to the School of Education, the hub of teacher licensure, undergraduate, and graduate programs at the College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Information Technology. Consistently ranked as a top school for teacher preparation, we shape the next generation of world-class educators.

Top Schools in Education

As the largest of the four schools within the college, we take pride in our expansive community, boasting over 50 dedicated full-time faculty members. Our school caters to the academic needs of approximately 1600 undergraduate and 700 graduate students, offering both on-campus and online learning opportunities. Whether you are pursuing a degree in education or looking for other teaching degrees in Ohio, we have a program that fits your needs.

Learn more about the School of Education and explore our various programs, including university education programs that prepare you for a fulfilling career in education.

Transforming Urban Teacher Education by Empowering Educators to be social justice advocates and ensure academic success for the most disenfranchised students.

Mary Boat , Director of the School of Education

The School of Education offers degrees in:

As a top-ranked school with five majors, certificates, and an associate's degree, we provide best practices and real-world experience in the classroom to prepare you to be a knowledgeable, caring, and effective educator.

Undergraduate Programs

The School of Education is proud to offer a wide array of undergraduate degree programs, as well as minors and certificates to cater to your academic interests and career aspirations. Our undergraduate programs are designed to lay a strong foundation for aspiring educators, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to teach students across various age groups.

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Graduate Programs

Consistently recognized as a top institution for graduate-level teacher education and research, we offer a range of programs that apply to any education-based career. Our education programs at the university level provide the expertise you need to excel in your field.

Master's Degree:

Doctoral Degree:

Licenses:

K-12 Intervention Specialist - Mild/Moderate
Post-Masters Principal Licensure

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Certificates and Endorsements

Learn about our certificate, certification, and endorsement options that will enhance your knowledge and skillset within your desired field. Our program options provides the necessary understanding for our teachers to learn more within a specific discipline.

Undergraduate Certificates:

Deaf Studies
Digital Learning Design
Education for Environmental Sustainability
Teaching English to Speakers of Other languages K-12 (TESOL)

Non-Degree Certificate Program:

Transition and Access Program (TAP)

Graduate Certificates:

Endorsements

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Professional Development Opportunities

Explore the rich landscape of professional development opportunities offered by the School of Education at the University of Cincinnati. Our commitment to academic excellence extends beyond the classroom, providing educators and professionals with valuable resources to enhance their knowledge and skills.

Continuing Education Courses: Access a diverse range of courses designed to keep educators and professionals up-to-date with the latest trends, research, and best practices in education. Whether you are a seasoned educator or looking to expand your expertise, our continuing education courses offer valuable insights.
Workshops and Seminars: Participate in engaging workshops and seminars conducted by experts in the field. These events provide a platform for networking and knowledge-sharing, fostering professional growth and collaboration.
Certification and Licensure Programs: Explore our certification and licensure programs that empower individuals to meet the requirements for various teaching credentials. We offer pathways for both traditional and non-traditional educators.

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Centers and Institutes

Enhance your studies through one of our top centers and programs.

Our centers make differences in the lives of children and young adults through research and education. We provide hands-on experience to students working with our centers to improve the lives of others in the community.

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Faculty and Staff

Excellence in Education

Contributing to our consistently impressive school rankings, our faculty and staff are best-practice experts in education, contributing to important education research and dedicated to student success.

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News & Features

CECH welcomes 25 new faculty members to the University of...

October 3, 2024

With the 2024-25 school year at University of Cincinnati underway, the College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Information Technology (CECH) welcomes 25 new faculty members to the classrooms and hallways of the Teachers-Dyer Complex for the fall semester. The newly hired instructors are teaching within all of the college's four schools, preparing undergraduate and graduate students to be essential changemakers, impacting their communities and the world in a variety of fields.

Knowledge Nexus aims to empower new faculty with research...

September 26, 2024

Knowledge Nexus is a series of workshops—presented in partnership with the University of Cincinnati's Associate Dean of Education Innovations and Community Partnerships and Associate Dean of Academic Affairs (Dean’s Office, CECH)—that outline common intricacies of research development at CECH and UC, which, as an R1 institution, absolutely values research activity.

TTY (teletype) for deaf communications precursor to texting

September 23, 2024

Juliette Laracuente-Huebner and another UC student, Brandon Mueller, discovered they were third cousins while taking an American Sign Language class at UC. It was also discovered that Laracuente-Huebner’s grandfather was instrumental in bringing the Ohio Relay system to the state. Ohio Relay is a service that allows deaf people to communicate with others via a third-party.

Hats off to Cincinnati Bengal Ted Karras and The Cincy Hat...

September 3, 2024

Cincinnati Bengal Ted Karras and The Cincy Hat Foundation are awarding scholarships to UC Transition and Access Pathways students. Started by Karras, the foundation funds innovative programs to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live their best lives.