Secondary English Education (M.A.) Master’s with Initial Certification Program in English

In just one calendar year, you’ll complete both a Master’s degree and a secondary teaching certification. You’ll complete the program prepared to teach English, journalism, speech, theater, and humanities to students in grades 8–12. 

Begin Teaching from Day 1

• Gain immediate, hands-on classroom experience through our immersive, practice-based model.

Advance Your Career

• Graduate with eligibility for Rank II certification in Kentucky, unlocking a higher salary and expanded professional opportunities.

Create Meaningful Learning Experiences

• Learn to design classroom environments that engage and motivate adolescents to become critical thinkers, reflective readers, and skilled communications.

Combine Theory with Practice

• We believe the ideal learning environment blends theory with real-world application. In this program, you’ll quickly acclimate to the daily life of a classroom teacher through authentic experiences across multiple classroom settings.

Embrace 21st-Century Literacies

• Explore how technology, visual arts, music, dance, and digital media are transforming the way we teach and understand English.

Meet our Faculty