Christine Gregorie once said that, “Education is the foundation upon which we build our future”. That is our passion as we develop the next generation of teachers. With the Master's of Science in Education: Initial Licensure, you can become a licensed educator in Elementary (K-5), Secondary (6-12), or Special Education Interventionist (K-8).
Upon successful completion of your desired course of study and state mandated testing, you will be licensed in the area of your chosen degree.
In compliance with the U.S. Department of Education, the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC), and the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (NC-SARA), the University of Tennessee at Martin (UTM) provides information pertaining to professional licensure in correlation with programs offered through UTM. UTM programs are designed for professional licensure within Tennessee. However, many of our programs meet all or a portion of the "educational" requirements for licensure in other States and territories. Therefore, it may be necessary for you to contact the licensing agency directly to find out if an UTM program will meet educational requirements. Click the links in the Licensure Information by Program Graduate Programs sections.
Since professional licensure is generally regulated at the state level, it is usually necessary to obtain a separate license for each State in which one wishes to practice. In some instances, reciprocity agreements are in place to make it easier for someone who already holds a license in one state to obtain a license in another State. However, the degree to which such reciprocity exists can vary widely depending on the profession and the states involved. State licensing boards can provide detailed information on the existence of any reciprocity agreements they have with other States.
To learn more, please review the licensure information provided for the graduate program of interest.
Create a positive impact in a student’s life and help shape the future with a Master’s of Science in Education with a major in Initial Licensure.
36 hours
Full or part time
Hybrid*
4 Semesters
$620 credit hour
Fall or Spring
TCED 730 Principles and Techniques of Effective Teaching (Hybrid) - 3 Credit Hours
READ 710 Assessment, Diagnosis, & Intervention in the Reading Classroom - 3 Credit Hours
EDEV 761* Educational Tests and Measurement - 3 Credit Hours
READ 700 Foundations of Literacy Development - 3 Credit Hours
ELED 730* Methods of Teaching Lang. Arts & Social Studies in the Elem. Classroom - 3 Credit Hours
TCED 789* Application of Academic Language for Planning & Instruction - 3 Credit Hours
TCED 702 Seminar in Student Teaching - 3 Credit Hours
ELED 731* Methods of Teaching Math & Science in the Elem. Classroom - 3 Credit Hours
SPED 680* Strategies for Differentiation in the Inclusive Classroom - 3 Credit Hours
EDST 750 Teaching with Technology - 3 Credit Hours
ELED 793* Student Teaching (K-4) - 3 Credit Hours
ELED 794* Student Teaching (5-8) - 3 Credit Hours
Total Minimum hours required for M.S. Degree - 36
NOTE: “*”Prerequisite of “admission to Education Preparation Program (EPP).” To view the Admission to the EPP requirements, please click here. Student teaching courses are taken in the final semester; all coursework must be completed prior to that semester.
We greatly value our relationships with our students and it is our goal to foster a sense of community between our students, faculty, and community partners. This begins with the first contact between advisor and student. Your advisor is the person who will work with you to understand all of the requirements of the program, help you develop your plan of study, answer questions about registration, and guide you toward your career goal. This is an important relationship that we hope will make you feel more comfortable in our program as well as provide you with information. The advisor- student connection is vital in your personal and professional development. As faculty members, we enjoy this time we spend getting to know and mentor you. Our hope is that you continue to feel a part of our program even after you graduate, keeping us up to date on your personal and professional milestones.
To further promote our sense of community we have established a Facebook group page for current students and alumni. When you are accepted into the program you will be sent an invitation via email to join our Facebook group and we hope you will accept. On this site we post news about the program, important information about the profession of counseling, and share updates about students and alumni. We hope those of you still on Facebook will accept our invitation!
Create a positive impact in a student’s life and help shape the future with a Master’s of Science in Education with a major in Initial Licensure.
(Available content areas include Biology, Business, Chemistry, English, History, Mathematics and Spanish).
36 hours
Full or part time
Hybrid*
4 Semesters
$620 credit hour
Fall or Spring
TCED 730 Principles and Techniques of Effective Teaching (Hybrid) - 3 Credit Hours
READ 710 Assessment, Diagnosis, & Intervention in the Reading Classroom - 3 Credit Hours
EDEV 761* Educational Tests and Measurement - 3 Credit Hours
READ 700 Foundations of Literacy Development - 3 Credit Hours
SEDU 730* Practical Teaching Applications for the Middle School Classroom - 3 Credit Hours
TCED 789* Application of Academic Language for Planning & Instruction - 3 Credit Hours
TCED 702 Seminar in Student Teaching - 3 Credit Hours
SEDU 731* Advanced Instructional Practices: Teaching in the Secondary Classroom - 3 Credit Hours
SPED 680* Strategies for Differentiation in the Inclusive Classroom - 3 Credit Hours
EDST 750 Teaching with Technology - 3 Credit Hours
SEDU 793* Student Teaching (7-8) - 3 Credit Hours
SEDU 794* Student Teaching (9-12) - 3 Credit Hours
Total Minimum hours required for M.S. Degree - 36
NOTE: “*”Prerequisite of “admission to Education Preparation Program (EPP).” To view the Admission to the EPP requirements, please click here. Student teaching courses are taken in the final semester; all coursework must be completed prior to that semester.
Create a positive impact in a student’s life and help shape the future with a Master’s of Science in Education with a major in Initial Licensure.
**The K-8 Interventionist does not license individuals for CDC teaching positions.
42 hours
Full or part time
Hybrid*
5 Semesters
$620 credit hour
Fall or Spring
TCED 730 Principles and Techniques of Effective Teaching (Hybrid) - 3 Credit Hours
SPED 500 The Exceptional Child - 3 Credit Hours
EDFN 720 Multicultural Issues in Education and Counseling - 3 Credit Hours
SPED 635* Special Education Assessment and Procedures - 3 Credit Hours
READ 700 Foundations of Literacy Development - 3 Credit Hours
LIBS 755 Literature for Children and Young Adults - 3 Credit Hours
SPED 660* Behavior Interventions - 3 Credit Hours
SPED 640* Integrating Children with Exceptionalities in the Inclusive Classroom - 3 Credit Hours
TCED 789* Application of Academic Language for Planning & Instruction - 3 Credit Hours
EDST 750 Teaching with Technology - 3 Credit Hours
SPED 634* Advanced Methods for Students with Disabilities - 3 Credit Hours
SPED 619* Clinical Field Experience III - 3 Credit Hours
ELED 793* Student Teaching (K-4) - 3 Credit Hours
ELED 794* Student Teaching (5-8) - 3 Credit Hours
Total Minimum hours required for M.S. Degree - 42
NOTE: “*”Prerequisite of “admission to Education Preparation Program (EPP).” To view the Admission to the EPP requirements, please click here. Student teaching courses are taken in the final semester; all coursework must be completed prior to that semester.
Our office is available to provide more information on the program, admission requirements, student life, and anything else you’re wondering about.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Initial Licensure Faculty Coordinator
(731) 881-7130
Coordinator, Education Graduate Student Services Coordinator
(731) 881-7128