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Earn your education degree online from Walden and stay at the forefront of your field.
You’re passionate about shaping promising futures. Walden can help you make a difference. Choose from a variety of education degrees that empower you to be a catalyst for positive change. An online education degree allows educators to broaden their career opportunities and their impact while continuing to work in the field.
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Graduate Certificate in Enrollment Management and Institutional Marketing
Explore our Graduate Certificate in Enrollment Management and Institutional Marketing
The Graduate Certificate in Enrollment Management and Institutional Marketing (Non-Licensure) program can help you explore the latest techniques to attract and…
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- Course Based01/08/2024
Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Leadership for Student Success
Explore our Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Leadership for Student Success
Student success is a major concern for higher education leaders today.
College and university educators who can do more with less and help their students…
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- Course Based01/08/2024
Graduate Certificate in Integrating Technology in the Classroom (Grades K-12)
Why Pursue Your Online Degree With Walden?
Today’s K-12 educators need to understand and fully utilize the latest technologies to support teaching and learning in the 21st-century classroom.
Through the Graduate Certificate in Integrating…
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- Course Based01/08/2024
Graduate Certificate in Mathematics K-6
Explore our Graduate Certificate in Mathematics K–6
Gain the skills to help students and schools succeed with strategies based on the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) process standards…
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- Course Based01/08/2024
Graduate Certificate in Mathematics 5-8
Engage your students in math and real-world problem-solving
To thrive in 21st-century life or science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) careers, students need to be engaged by math while still in middle school. In this five-course…
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- Course Based01/08/2024
Graduate Certificate in Online Teaching for Adult Educators
Explore our Graduate Certificate in Online Teaching for Adult Educators at Walden
With online instruction becoming increasingly common and many adults seeking new skills, the need for educators qualified to teach adult learners online is growing…
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- Course Based01/08/2024
Graduate Certificate in Science K-8
Explore our Graduate Certificate in Science K–8 from Walden
Prepare to awaken your students’ interest in science as you deepen your own understanding of key scientific concepts.
In this certificate program in science, you’ll become an active…
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- Course Based01/08/2024
Graduate Certificate in Special Education
Explore Our Graduate Certificate in Special Education From Walden
Become a leader in advanced behavioral interventions critical in today’s classroom. Special educators play an essential role in the school community, and the need to stay current…
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- Course Based01/08/2024
Why Choose Walden?
The Choice for Top Educators
The CAEP-accredited Richard W. Riley College of Education and Human Sciences is the choice for many dedicated and nationally renowned teachers, researchers, and scholars. Join one of the largest educator communities, including over 65,000 students and alumni and more than 150 state teachers of the year. Learn from P–12 practitioners and thought leaders with the working insights to help you overcome key challenges facing your classroom, district, and field.
An Accredited University
Quality matters—especially when it comes to your education. Walden is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and committed to maintaining the highest standards of excellence.
Flexibility to Fit Your Schedule
At Walden, we are dedicated to offering education options designed to fit the needs of working professionals like you. That is why we offer a wide range of learning options, including a standard, course-based experience, and Tempo Learning®.
Decide How to Complete Your Degree
You have a unique style—and a unique schedule. That's why Walden offers you more than one way to learn.
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FAQ About Walden’s Online Education Programs
What are the admissions requirements for an online teaching degree program?
Admissions requirements for online education programs typically include the submission of a completed online application and transcripts from other institutions. However, there may be additional materials required depending on the academic program you choose.
How long does it take to earn a teaching degree online?
Time to completion for your online education degree will vary based on a number of factors including the type of academic program you choose, your individual progress, and any credits you transfer. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-767-9466.
Can I become a teacher with an online education degree?
Walden’s BS in Elementary Education program prepares you to seek initial teacher licensure in elementary education through a curriculum aligned with licensure requirements. Students interested in pursuing teaching licensure should be sure to review and understand the specific licensure requirements in their state prior to enrolling in an online teaching degree program.
Are Walden University and the Riley College of Education accredited?
Yes, both the university and the college are accredited.
Walden University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (www.hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Human Sciences is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) for a period of seven years, from April 2019 through June 2026. This accreditation covers initial teacher preparation programs and advanced educator preparation programs. CAEP is the only recognized national accreditor for educator preparation, promoting excellence in educator preparation through quality assurance and continuous improvement. The Riley College of Education and Human Sciences earned CAEP accreditation by meeting rigorous national standards and demonstrating excellence in the areas of content and pedagogy, clinical experiences, selectivity, program impact, and capacity for continuous improvement.