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134 Best Professional Education Programs in the United States

Across the United States, 76 universities offer 134 Professional Education programs, typically lasting 3–4 years. The list starts with courses at Brown University, Vanderbilt University and Washington State University at Vancouver.

26Professional
MC Mat-Su College logo
#372 in United States United States

Education

Mat-Su College — The Education degree program at Mat-Su College equips aspiring educators with the essential knowledge and practical skills required for a successful career in a variety o...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Education
27Professional
UA University of Alaska logo
#374 in United States United States

Advanced Leadership in Special Education

University of Alaska — The Advanced Leadership in Special Education course offered by the University of Alaska is designed for professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of leadership...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Education
28Professional
CS California State University, Northridge logo
#422 in United States United States

Bilingual Authorization

California State University, Northridge — The Bilingual Authorization program at California State University-Northridge equips future educators with the skills to teach in bilingual settings, preparing them for t...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
TESL
32Professional
UT University of Tennessee at Chattanooga logo
#493 in United States United States

Applied Leadership and Learning

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga — Course OverviewThe Applied Leadership and Learning course at The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga provides an in-depth exploration of leadership theories and practices...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
FallIntake
Education
33Professional
PS Pittsburg State University logo
#525 in United States United States

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Pittsburg State University — The Autism Spectrum Disorders program at Pittsburg State University is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of autism spectrum disorders, coverin...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
FallIntake
Education
39Professional
RU Roosevelt University logo
#614 in United States United States

Bilingual/ESL Education, Certificate

Roosevelt University — The Bilingual/ESL Education Certificate program is designed to equip educators with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively teach English language learners (ELL...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
FallIntake
Education
40Professional
UM University of Maine at Farmington logo
#631 in United States United States

Climate Education Graduate Certificate

University of Maine at Farmington — The Climate Education Graduate Certificate at the University of Maine at Farmington prepares educators to effectively teach climate science and sustainability concepts. T...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
BlendedMode
FallIntake
Education
44Professional
UM University of Maine at Farmington logo
#631 in United States United States

Nature-Based Education Graduate Certificate

University of Maine at Farmington — The Nature-Based Education Graduate Certificate at the University of Maine at Farmington is designed for educators looking to enhance their teaching strategies through im...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
BlendedMode
FallIntake
Education

How these courses are ranked

7 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #69 (Brown University) to #545 (CUNY Lehman College); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Vanderbilt University is cited most (20,026,856 citations). 2 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

Within the subject, the largest areas are Education (133) and TESL (1). The usual length is 3–4 years and One year. 82% are full-time and 14 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake). National University offers the widest choice, with 8 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Professional Education in the United States?

Brown University (QS World #69), Vanderbilt University (QS World #250) and Washington State University at Vancouver (QS World #466) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Professional Education course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 3–4 years, with One year the next most common.

When do Professional Education courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then.

Can I study Professional Education online with a university in the United States?

14 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Professional Education courses in the United States?

National University, with 8, ahead of University of Maine at Farmington (7).

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