Graduate Programs in Education

Superb teachers master the subject matter they teach, understand the developmental stages of their students, are skillful classroom managers, and are expert at using many different education techniques. Our graduate programs hone these skills and build upon your experience by exploring such teaching methods as discovery learning, concept attainment, modeling, case studies, and role playing.

Our courses in child and adolescent development help Elms' teacher candidates understand the physical, social, and emotional stages typical for the age group they will teach. Regular exposure to information about atypical development in these areas prepares you to meet the needs of all of your students.

Initial teaching licenses earned at Elms College qualify candidates to begin teaching in Massachusetts and more than 40 states, islands, and territories, including all of the New England states and New York.

Our alumni have successful and fulfilling teaching careers, and often earn awards for excellence in teaching. Many go on to become school principals or administrators.