Graduate study at Johnson State College provides an innovative and thorough education using research-based practices and contemporary models of instruction in small, learner-centered courses. To meet the needs of current educators, professionals, and returning students, most courses meet in the evenings or on weekends. Students generally take one to three years to complete their degree work, and all students are required to complete within five years of admission to the program. Selected courses are open to non-degree students on a space-available basis.
Each program specifies the requisite courses and a recommended plan of study. Students work with their advisor to create an individualized plan of study and discuss progress toward graduation.
Students seeking to become candidates for a Vermont Level I Educator's License through Johnson State begin by commencing coursework in the graduate teacher education core courses and applying to enter a Teacher Education Program during their first semester of study. (See the Office of Educator Licensure for more information about the entry requirements.) The four graduate-level Curriculum & Instruction Teacher Education Programs are:
M.A. in Education – Curriculum & Instruction in Childhood Education This is a rigorous academic program that provides the education courses required for students who have an undergraduate liberal arts degree in an approved discipline area and want to become candidates for a license to teach grades K-6 while pursuing a graduate degree in education. Learn more Contact: Dr. Perry LaRoque M.A. in Education – Curriculum & Instruction in Middle Level Education This program provides innovative and contextual learning experiences through which graduate students can become prepared for teaching at the middle school level (grades 5-9). Learn more Contact: Dr. Kathleen Brinegar M.A. in Education – Curriculum & Instruction in Secondary Education This program prepares students for teaching at the secondary level (grades 7-12) and emphasizes understanding and engaging adolescent learners. Learn more Contact: Dr. Kathleen Brinegar M.A. in Education – Curriculum & Instruction in the Unified Arts Education This program prepares students to teach in one of the unified art areas (art, music, dance, or theater arts) and emphasizes creativity and experience. Learn more Contact: Dr. David McGough
M.A. in Education – Curriculum & Instruction in Childhood Education This is a rigorous academic program that provides the education courses required for students who have an undergraduate liberal arts degree in an approved discipline area and want to become candidates for a license to teach grades K-6 while pursuing a graduate degree in education. Learn more Contact: Dr. Perry LaRoque
M.A. in Education – Curriculum & Instruction in Middle Level Education This program provides innovative and contextual learning experiences through which graduate students can become prepared for teaching at the middle school level (grades 5-9). Learn more Contact: Dr. Kathleen Brinegar
M.A. in Education – Curriculum & Instruction in Secondary Education This program prepares students for teaching at the secondary level (grades 7-12) and emphasizes understanding and engaging adolescent learners. Learn more Contact: Dr. Kathleen Brinegar
M.A. in Education – Curriculum & Instruction in the Unified Arts Education This program prepares students to teach in one of the unified art areas (art, music, dance, or theater arts) and emphasizes creativity and experience. Learn more Contact: Dr. David McGough
This program is designed for licensed teachers seeking to advance their skills and earn their endorsement in special education. It provides numerous opportunities for students to work directly with children, young adults, parents and educational staff. This program can be completed in one year of full-time study.Learn more Contact: Dr. Perry LaRoque
The program in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is designed to prepare students to implement behavioral strategies that will support children, youth, and adults in a variety of environments. Successful completion of coursework and internships will prepare you to sit for the Certification Examination of the National Behavior Analyst Certification Board. Learn more Contact: Dr. Perry LaRoque
The Foundations of Education program is intended for individuals who want to pursue particular questions, ideas, or aims through graduate study in the field of education. Students work their advisor to design an individualized Plan of Study. Learn more Contact: Dr. David McGough
The Vermont Science Initiative (VSI) is a continuing professional education program for licensed teachers of grades K-8. The graduate program is designed to build a cohort of skilled teachers of science. Contact: Dr. David McGough
Education Department graduate program applicants must meet general admission standards that allow enrollment in graduate courses, and they must be admitted by the department through review of their application materials and an interview with the appropriate program director. Students applying to an Education Department graduate program must have maintained a minimum of a 3.0 in their most recent educational experience. As part of their application materials, students must also include a cover letter discussing their desire for graduate study, a professional essay as a writing sample, three letters of recommendation from professionals who can attest to your readiness and appropriateness for your anticipated course of study.
Contact the Admissions Office:
Phone: 1-800-635-2356
Fax: 802-635-1230
email: Graduate Admissions
Visit the Graduate Catalog for program requirements and course information.
