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Master of Education in Curriculum Studies

The Department of Curriculum Studies offers a 30 credit program leading to the degree of Master of Education in Curriculum Studies. It is designed to serve licensed teachers who wish to learn about and inquire into the areas of preschool/primary, elementary, middle level or secondary education. The program equips teachers to fill a variety of teaching and resource roles at an advanced level. Students may attend part-time but the program must be completed within seven years of the date of admission.

For whom is this program designed?

  • Licensed teachers seeking further professional development (Most who enter the program hold a teaching license.)
  • Teachers interested in seeking National Board Certification.
  • Persons interested in studying education at an advanced level.

What are the program requirements?

  • 30 credits including 12 credits in the EDCS core and 18 credits in the specialization
  • Completion of either a Plan A research thesis or a Plan B project. The Plan B requirement may be met by preparing a portfolio for National Board Certifi cation.

Will I receive a teaching license in Hawai‘i if I complete this program?

No. The program is primarily designed for already-licensed teachers seeking professional development. Completion of courses within the program may lead to re-licensing. Some students take the EDCS program for other purposes, knowing it will not lead to a license.
 
The COE does have a masters program that satisfies part of the requirement for an initial teaching license in Hawai‘i. The program is called the Master of Education in Teaching (MEdT).