Regis University School of Education & Counseling

Master of Education with Licensure/Certification:
Nevada

Designed by practicing professionals, the Master of Education with Licensure/Certification in Nevada from Regis CPS was developed in response to the critical need for creative educators with strong leadership skills. Specializations cater to the demand for more teachers skilled in special education programs, foreign language, science and math, preparing Regis CPS graduates to inspire the young minds of our country’s future.

Class Format

  • program available online icon Online     program available in classroom icon Classroom
  • Available in 8- or 16-week terms

Tuition

Classroom-based courses: $425 /credit hour

Online-based courses: $450 /credit hour

Total Degree Requirements

42 to 58 Credit Hours

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Graduate Education Fact Sheet

Want to learn more about Regis University and the Master of Education with Licensure/Certification:
degree program? We are here to help you get started.

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  1. Request an information packet on your degree.
  2. Reach an Enrollment Counselor by phone at 1-800-944-7667. Enrollment Counselors are available Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (MST)
  3. Chat live with a Regis Enrollment Counselor. Chat hours of operation are:
    Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (MST)
    Friday: 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. (MST).
    Saturday-Sunday: Closed
  4. Email us by sending your question or request to info@regis.edu. Please include your name and contact information.

Ready to start your online application? Once you create your account, you can complete your application at your own pace. There is no cost to start your application and the information you provide will greatly assist your enrollment counselor in evaluating your specific needs.

Our Regis University Enrollment Counselors are here to guide you through the admissions process. You won't find any high-pressure sales tactics at Regis. Most of our counselors are or have been Regis students and they understand your questions and concerns about returning to school.

Congratulations on pursuing your degree! We look forward to helping you.

The Master of Education with Licensure/Certification can be achieved through a multi-year program utilizing evening and weekend classes, online classes, or guided independent study.

A graduate Licensure/Certification is dependent on the major of your Bachelor’s degree. If the level and area of endorsement you are seeking does not correspond to your specific major, you may need to take additional undergraduate credits as required by the laws and regulations for licensure/certification of the state in which you reside and wish to teach (namely, Colorado, Nevada, or Wyoming).

The Regis CPS classroom-based M.Ed. with Licensure/Certification degree enables educators in public and private schools to complete their graduate studies and earn licensure in one of the following areas of specialization:

Endorsement Areas

Elementary

Foundation Courses

  • EDU 600  Philosophical Foundations of Education (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 601  Technology for Educators (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 610  Ethical and Interdisciplinary Perspectives in Education (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 620  Teaching the Exceptional Child in the Regular Classroom (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 630  Theories of Human Growth and Development (3 Credit Hours)

Professional Sequence

  • EDU 645  Methods of Teaching Children's Literature (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 650  Methods of Teaching Reading and Language Arts (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 655  Methods of Teaching Health and Science (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 660  Methods of Teaching Social Studies (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 665  Methods of Teaching Math (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 635  Student Teaching: Elementary (8 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 625  Professionalism in Education (1 Credit Hours)

Research

  • EDU 642  Research Methods (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 643   Research Project (3 Credit Hours)

Secondary

Foundation Courses

  • EDU 600  Philosophical Foundations of Education (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 601  Technology for Educators (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 610  Ethical and Interdisciplinary Perspectives in Education (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 620  Teaching the Exceptional Child in the Regular Classroom (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 630  Theories of Human Growth and Development (3 Credit Hours)

Professional Sequence

  • EDU 670  Organization and Assessment of Learning (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 675  Reading and Writing in the Content Area (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 680  Methods of Teaching: Content Area (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 636  Student Teaching: Secondary (8 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 625  Professionalism in Education (1 Credit Hours)

Research

  • EDU 642  Research Methods (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 643   Research Project (3 Credit Hours)

Special Education: Generalist

Foundation Courses

  • EDU 600  Philosophical Foundations of Education (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 601  Technology for Educators (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 610  Ethical and Interdisciplinary Perspectives in Education (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 620  Teaching the Exceptional Child in the Regular Classroom (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 630  Theories of Human Growth and Development (3 Credit Hours)

Professional Sequence

  • EDU 632  Developomental Issues in Special Education (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 641  Methods of Teaching Reading, Writing, and Math (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 651  Educational Assessment of the Student with Special Needs (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 652  Reading Assessment and Intervention(3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 662  Methods of Classroom Management for Special Education (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 663  Consultation and Collaboration Skills (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 664  Behavioral Analysis and Intervention (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 637  Student Teaching: Special Education (8 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 625  Professionalism in Education (1 Credit Hours)

Research

  • EDU 642  Research Methods (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 643   Research Project (3 Credit Hours)

Principal Licensure

Leadership Courses

  • EDU 681  Introduction to Educational Leadership (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 682  School Law (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 683  Supervision of Instruction (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 684  Curriculum Evaluation, Design, Selection, and Implementation (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 685  Personnel Selection and Supervision (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 686  School Finance (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 687  Peer Mentoring and Support (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 690  Administration of School Operations (3 Credit Hours)

Internships

  • EDU 691A  Internship for School Administrator: Personnel (3 Credit Hours)
  • EDU 691B  Internship for School Administrator: Instruction & Assessment (3 Credit Hours)

Research

  • EDU 642  Research Methods
  • EDU 643  Research Project
Get Started

Start Dates

ONLINE & CLASSROOM - 8 WEEK FORMAT ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Term Classes Begin Classes End Registration Ends
for Online Courses
Spring 1 - 2010 January 11 March 7 January 7
Spring 2 - 2010 March 8 May 2 March 4
Summer 1 - 2010 May 10 July 4 May 5
Summer 2 - 2010 July 5 August 29 June 30

Tuition Comparison

Find out how the cost of a graduate degree from Regis University compares to other higher education institutions

Graduate Degree Tuition Comparison Chart: Local Campus Programs
Institution Degree Semester Hours Required Cost per Semester Hour Estimated Fees for Program Estimated Total Program Cost
Regis University MEd 30-36 $425 $75 $12,825-$15,375
Argosy University MAEd 36 $870 $410 $31,730
Colorado State University -
Fort Collins/Denver		 MEHRS 33-52 $355 $3,808 $15,523-$22,268
University of Colorado
Colorado Springs		 MAEd 30-52 $4,582/15 hrs.
(appx. $305/hr.)		 $60 $9,210-$15,920
University of Phoenix1 MAEd 31-37 $435 $1,095-1,305 $14,580-$17,400
Webster University MAT 33 $460 $50 $15,230

1Based on 31 hours/10 courses and 37 hours/12 courses (material fee-$105/course)

Note: All programs are non-licensure only.

Graduate Degree Tuition Comparison Chart: National Online Programs
Institution Degree Semester Hours Required Cost per Semester Hour Estimated Fees for Program Estimated Total Program Cost
Regis University MEd 30-36 $450 $75 $13,575-$16,275
Argosy University MAEd 36 $870 $410 $31,730
Capella University1 MSEd 33 $611 $350 $20,513
Colorado State University Global Campus MS Online Teaching and Learning 36 $399 $25 $14,489
Jones International University MEd 30 $550 $810 $17,310
University of Maryland
University College		 MEd 33 $659 $380 $22,127
University of Phoenix2 MAEd 31-37 $540 $1,095-1,305 $17,835-21,285-
Walden University MSEd 30-36 $425 $370 $13,120-$15,670

1Quarter-hours converted to semester hours

2Based on 31 hours/10 courses and 37 hours/12 courses (material fee-$105/course)

Admission Requirements & Application Deadlines

  • Completed Online Application Form
  • $75 non-refundable application fee (waived for graduates of Regis University)
  • Bachelor's Degree from a U.S. regionally accredited college/university
  • All Official Transcripts from each U.S. regionally accredited institution attended. (Added Endorsement & Principal Licensure applicants need only the Degree-Bearing Transcript)
  • Minimum overall GPA of 2.75 from previously attended colleges/universities. (Added Endorsement & Principal Licensure applicants: Minimum overall GPA of 2.75 on Degree Bearing Transcript with option of supplying additional coursework transcripts.)
  • Oath and Consent Information
  • One Observation Form from a person that has observed the applicant with children of the appropriate age
  • Critical Analysis Essay
  • For Principal Licensure applicants: One Recommendation Form from a Principal, colleague, or supervisor who knows your work in a professional setting
  • Copy of current teaching license or a fingerprint card* (not required for Adult Learning, Training & Development applicants)
  • Current Résumé
  • Years of Experience requirements for Principal Licensure applicants: 3 years of teaching experience required by completion of the program
  • Years of Experience requirements for Reading Teacher applicants: 2 years of teaching experience required by completion of the program
  • Successful completion of all three sections of the Praxis I (PPST) exam prior to student teaching
  • Additional admission requirements apply to students who are non-U.S. citizens
  • Please remember - applications that are incomplete and/or missing information will NOT be processed
Application Deadlines *
Starts Application Deadline
Spring 1 - 2010 December 28, 2009
Spring 2 - 2010 February 22, 2010
Summer 1 - 2010 April 26, 2010
Summer 2 - 2010 June 21, 2010

* Your application file including all requirements, documents and fees, must be completed by the application deadline.