Master of Education without Licensure

Double Specialization

Students are encouraged to complete their Master of Education degree with a double specialization. Requirements must be completed for each specialization selected, including all elective credits. Overlapping courses will be considered, though a minimum of 18 credits per each specialization is required. Final requirements for both specializations will be determined by the student's Faculty Advisor.

Second Specialization

Students who have already graduated with their Master of Education degree and wish to return for a second specialization from the non-licensure program must begin by submitting an application for readmission. Upon readmission, all requirements must be completed for the second specialization, including all elective credits. Overlapping coursework from the student's original degree/specialization will be considered, though a minimum of 18 credits unique to the second specialization is required. Additionally, courses taken more than six years prior to the date of readmission may not be accepted. Final requirements for the second specialization will be determined by the student's Faculty Advisor. Upon completion of all requirements, the second specialization is posted to the student's official transcript, and a certificate for the second specialization is awarded to the student.

Do you have questions about double or second specializations?

Contact an Enrollment Counselor.

30 Credit Hours Required

The MEd with an emphasis in Adult Learning is designed to meet the needs of students interested in working in positions in training and development at higher education and corporate levels. This program can be taken via Directed Study or weekend intensive classes at the North Denver Campus.

• EDRS 641  Introduction to Educational Research
• EDAL 601  History & Methods of Adult Education
• EDFD 603  Multicultural and Ethical Perspectives in Education
• EDAL 631  Adult Learning and Development
• EDAL 632  Facilitating Adult Learning
• EDAL 633  Program Planning for Adult Education
• Electives: Students may choose two courses from pre-existing Education courses or self-design their own elective coursework with approval of faculty advisor.
• EDRS 642  Research Proposal Development
• EDRS 643  Research Project

30 Credit Hours Required

The Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment Specialization program is designed specifically for current teachers or those with teaching experience who are looking to develop leadership skills in curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Coursework was designed by practicing principals from both Colorado and Wyoming and is offered in both classroom and online formats.

• EDTC 602  Instructional Design
• EDRS 641  Introduction to Educational Research
• EDLS 670  Introduction to Educational Leadership
• EDLS 671  Instructional Strategies
• EDLS 684  Curriculum Evaluation, Design, Selection and Implementation
• EDLS 686  Issues and Strategies in the Assessment of Student Learning
• Electives: Students may choose two courses from pre-existing Education courses or self-design their own elective coursework with approval of faculty advisor.
• EDRS 642  Research Proposal Development
• EDFD 643  Research Project

36 Credit Hours Required

This program is designed for teachers who are interested in providing academic training in the area of space science at the K-12 levels. Space studies includes space history, earth system science, rocketry, and the biology of living in space, plus biological and physical research, astronomy, and space technologies. This program is a collaborative effort and offered jointly between the Space Foundation and Regis University.

• EDFD 630  Theories of Human Development and Learning
• EDLS 670  Introduction to Educational Leadership
• EDLS 671  Instructional Strategies
• EDLS 684  Curriculum Evaluation, Design, Selection and Implementation
• EDLS 685  Peer Mentoring and Support

Residency

Five one-week intensive classes in residency at the Space Foundation. Classes are offered each summer at the Space Foundation in Colorado Springs.

• EDFD 642  Research Methods
• EDFD 643  Research Project

30 Credit Hours Required

This program provides in-depth teacher preparation in literacy instruction, including reading, writing, speaking, viewing, and language development for all populations. A variety of teaching strategies and assessments emphasizes current, research-based best practices that reflect State literacy standards.

Required Courses

• EDRG 644  Teaching Reading and Writing
• EDRG 602  Reading/Writing Connections
• EDRG 603  Emergent Literacy
• EDRG 635  Reading Strategies for the Secondary Student
• EDRG 604  Literacy for the Diverse Learner
• EDRG 606  Reading Assessment and Intervention
• EDRG 608  Evidence-based Reading Techniques
• EDRG 653  Literacy for Students with Special Needs
• EDRG 640  Organization & Management of School Literacy Programs
• EDRG 69X  Capstone

30 Credit Hours Required

The field of educational and instructional technology is continually growing; K12, Higher Education, and Corporate Education all need trained professionals who are not only knowledgeable of technology but have a solid grasp of education and sound learning principles. The M.Ed. with an emphasis in Instructional Technology is designed to meet the needs of students interested in positions at the K-12 level and higher education/corporate levels. This program is offered primarily in the Directed Study format.

Foundational Courses (21 Credit Hours)

• EDTC 600  Pedagogical Practice in Instructional Technology
• EDTC 601  Virtual Communication & Collaboration
• EDTC 602  Instructional Design
• EDTC 603  Web Development for Educational Use
• EDTC 605  Multimedia
• EDTC 614  Integrating Technology into the Curriculum

Select one course (3 Credit Hours) from the following:

• EDTC 604  Advanced Web Development
• OR
• EDTC 606  Multimedia II

Degree Electives

• Students may choose two courses (6 Credit Hours) from pre-existing Education courses

Capstone

• EDTC 610  Instructional Technology Capstone Project

30 Credit Hours Required

This program is designed primarily for previously licensed teachers, coursework may be focused on K-12 learning. However, this program may also be helpful to those interested in adult/post-secondary education, corporate training, or other focused areas of education. The program is offered primarily through Directed Study and is led by content experts. Depending on course selection, students may blend a variety of coursework delivery formats as well.

Foundational Courses (12 Credit Hours)

• EDRS 641  Introduction to Educational Research
• EDFD 603  Multicultural and Ethical Perspectives in Education
• EDFD 610  Current and Interdisciplinary Perspectives in Education
• EDFD 630  Human Development and Learning

Electives

Students may choose from pre-existing Education courses (12 Credit Hours) to pursue personal and professional goals in a highly individualized format and according to areas of interest. Up to 6 credit hours of approved graduate credit may be transferred into this program.

Research (6 Credit Hours)

• EDRS 642  Research Proposal Development
• EDRS 643  Research Project

30 Credit Hours Required

This program is designed primarily to support the State of Colorado's mandate and funding for gifted and talented education as well as the recent endorsement of specialists in the field and the expanding of services for gifted and talented students.

Required Courses (30 Credit Hours)

• EDGT 600  Introduction to the Gifted Learner
• EDGT 601  Identification and Curriculum
• EDGT 602  Affective and Social Needs
• EDGT 603  Special Populations in Gifted and Talented Education
• EDGT 604  Critical Issues in Gifted and Talented Education
• EDGT 605  Divergent Thinking in Gifted and Talented Education
• EDGT 612  Gifted Program Design
• EDGT 614  Seminar in Gifted Education
• EDGT 646  Professional Project: Gifted and Talented (6 Credit Hours)

Gifted and Talented fact sheet

*Quarter hours converted to semester.

¹Quarter-hours converted to semester hours

NOTE: Regis University Master in Education program is nationally accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council (TEAC). The states of Arkansas and Kentucky do not recognize this accreditation. Please call your state council on higher education to get more details.

• Bachelor's degree from a U.S. regionally accredited institution
• Completed Online Application Form
• $75 non-refundable application fee (waived for graduates of Regis University)
• Degree-Bearing Official Transcripts with minimum 2.75 GPA
• Critical Analysis Essay
• Recommendation from 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
• Please remember - applications that are incomplete and/or missing information will NOT be processed

* To request a fingerprint card emailteapp@regis.edu, provide your name and address. You can be fingerprinted at your local police or sheriff's department (call for hours of operation and fees). Enclose the card along with a money order or cashier's check for $39.50 made out to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, and mail to Office of Admissions, Regis University, College for Professional Studies, 990 S. Broadway, 3rd Floor, Denver, CO 80209

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