Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Education – Workforce Education
Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Education – Workforce Education
Vocational education should serve the students, and they should be able to transition into a full career of their choice
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Overview
As Georgia’s flagship educator preparation provider for workforce research and education, this specialist program prepares you to pursue initial teacher preparation or upgrade your existing Georgia certification in career and technical education.
Offered by the Mary Frances Early College of Education, the specialist program prepares you to take on roles within career and technical education that blend research with practice, improving both teaching and learning. Classes are designed in an online format and address the latest skills to:
- Manage careers within a global economy
- Cultivate work ethic and communication skills
- Develop and extend capacity for innovation
This specialist program provides an opportunity for you to complete an advanced degree without an extensive dissertation.
Upon completion, you may be eligible for a certification upgrade in one of the following areas:
- Business education
- Family and consumer science education
- Healthcare science education
- Marketing education
- Technology education
- Trade and industrial education
Accreditations
The University of Georgia is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees. The University of Georgia also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of the University of Georgia may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Admissions
Admission Requirements
This degree is designed for candidates who already hold a master’s degree in their respective content field and who are seeking initial certification to teach at the T-6 level once endorsed by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.
Online Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Education – Workforce Education Application Checklist
- Application – Submit the Graduate School Admissions online. Application fee: $75 Domestic.
- Select Campus - Online
- Select Degree Level – Educational Specialist
- Select Intended Program – EDS, Education (College of Education) [EDS_EDUC_ONL]
- Select Area of Emphasis – Workforce Education Advanced Preparation or Workforce Education Teacher Preparation
- Select Intended Term – Fall, Spring, Summer
- Résumé or curriculum vita – Submit online to the Graduate School.
- Statement of Purpose – Submit a one-two page statement of purpose online to the Graduate School. The statement of intent should clarify your relevant background, interests, and goals in relation to the program.
- Transcripts – Submit unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended as part of the online application. Send official transcripts after you are offered admission.
- Letters of Recommendation – Submit three letters of recommendation online to graduate school. Letters should be from individuals who can evaluate your scholarly ability and potential for success in a graduate program
Application Deadlines
Domestic Applicants
- Fall: July 1
- Spring: November 15
- Summer: May 1
Cost
Tuition & Fees
Tuition rates and student fees can change each year.
Based on 2024 credit hour cost, a person completing this program at the recommended pace would have paid $12,810 in tuition for the Area of Emphasis in Workforce Education Advanced Preparation based upon an in-state rate.
For the Area of Emphasis in Workforce Education Teacher Preparation, a person completing this program at the recommended pace would have paid $17,934 in tuition based upon an in-state rate.
Please use the Estimated Cost Calculator on the Bursar’s Office website to calculate one academic (Fall/Spring) year’s current tuition.
Online students pay the following fees: Connect UGA, Green, and Technology. The total for those fees in the fall semester of 2024 was $422 for students enrolled in exclusively online courses.
Other Online Ed.S. in Education Workforce Education Costs
Additional costs may include:
- Textbooks
- Exam proctoring fees
- Technology upgrades
The complete cost of attendance can be found at https://osfa.uga.edu/costs/.
Financial Aid
Visit the Office of Student Financial Aid for information about financial assistance.
Corporate Assistance
Consult your employer about the availability of tuition reimbursement or tuition assistance programs.
Military Assistance
Active-duty military, veterans, and military families should visit Veterans Educational Benefits to take full advantage of available financial assistance and educational benefits.
University System of Georgia Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
The purpose of TAP is to foster the professional growth and development of eligible employees. For more information, see Tuition Assistance (refer to the Distance Learning section).
Technology Requirements
- Computer with current operating system (Windows, Mac, or Linux). Additional peripherals such as webcam, headphones, and microphone are required.
- High-speed internet access.
Curriculum – Advanced Prep
Workforce Education Advanced Preparation
This option within the degree is for educators who already hold teacher certification and wish to update their credential to a T-6. The program consists of 30 credit hours for the Area of Emphasis in Workforce Education Advanced Preparation.
Below are potential courses.
| Course | Title | Credit Hours |
| ERSH 6200E | Methods of Research in Education | 3 |
| WFED 7050E | Problems of Teaching Workforce Education | 3 |
| WFED 7070E | Enhancing Learning in Workforce Education | 3 |
| WFED 7120E | Needs Analysis in Workforce Education | 3 |
| WFED 7200E | Evaluation of Programs in Workforce Education | 3 |
| WFED 7650E | Applied Project in Workforce Education | 3 |
| WFED 8210E | Theory and Practice for Web-Based Instruction in Workforce Education | 3 |
| WFED 8330E | Exploring the United State Innovative Climate | 3 |
| WFED 8350E | The Reflective Practitioner | 3 |
| WFED 8360E | Professional Development for Career and Technical Education Teachers | 3 |
| Total | 30 |
Curriculum – Teacher Prep
Workforce Education Teacher Preparation
This option within the degree is for educators who do not hold teacher certification and wish to earn an initial teaching credential at the T-6 level. The program consists of 42 credit hours required for the Area of Emphasis in Workforce Education Teacher Preparation
| Course | Title | Credit Hours |
| Educational Psychology Elective Choose One from the following | 3 | |
| EPSY 6011E | Foundations of Human Development for Education | |
| EPSY 6060E | Foundations of Motivation for Education | |
| EPSY 6800E | Foundations of Cognition for Education | |
| ERSH 6200E | Methods of Research in Education | 3 |
| WFED 6010E | Foundations of Work and Family Life Education | 3 |
| WFED 6350E | Curriculum Planning in Workforce Education | 3 |
| WFED 6360E | Instructional Strategies in Workforce Education | 3 |
| Assessing Student Learning in Workforce Education | 3 | |
| WFED 7460E | Internship in Teaching Workforce Education | 12 |
| WFED 7550E | Students with Special Needs in Programs of Workforce Education | 3 |
| WFED 7560E | Diversity in Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education | 3 |
| Workforce Education Electives: Choose four of the following courses: | 12 | |
| WFED 7030E | Organizing and Coordinating Work and Community Based Education Programs | |
| WFED 7050E | Problems of Teaching Workforce Education | |
| WFED 7070E | Enhancing Learning in Workforce Education | |
| WFED 7080E | Developing Curricula and Programs for Modern Work | |
| WFED 7090E | Critical Issues in Workforce Education | |
| WFED 7120E | Needs Analysis in Workforce Education | |
| WFED 7200E | Evaluation of Programs in Workforce Education | |
| WFED 7560E | Diversity in Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education | |
| Total | 42 |
Workforce Education – Graduate Handbook
Licensure
This degree is designed for candidates who already hold a master’s degree in their respective content field and who are seeking initial certification or advanced certification to teach at the T-6 level once endorsed by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.
Additional information and disclosures regarding state licensure for professional practice in this field can be found at the UGA Licensure Disclosure Portal.
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Contact Information
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