Explore UMass Global’s School of Education—where future educators and leaders prepare to transform schools, influence policy, and support student success at every level.
Shape the Future of Education—In and Beyond the Classroom
The UMass Global School of Education offers innovative programs for aspiring teachers, school leaders, and educational professionals. Whether you want to lead a classroom, school, or district—or support student outcomes in a non-teaching role—our expert faculty, mission-driven approach, and real-world curriculum will prepare you to make a lasting impact in the field of education.
WASC Senior College and University Commission
University of Massachusetts Global is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
California Commission on Teaching Credentialing
University of Massachusetts Global's School of Education is accredited by the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing (CTC)
Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation
University of Massachusetts Global is a member in good standing of the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP), a national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation
From the onset, being a student at UMass Global was an amazing experience. The advisors, instructors, support-staff, and other personnel were pivotal in ensuring my experience was rewarding and seamless. UMass Global provided me with the opportunity to continue working at my school-site all the while securing my teaching credential.
Noe Alberto G.
Teaching Credential, Single Subject in Chemistry/Biology
The program through UMass Global has been invaluable. As an educator and single mom, the online option made getting my master's feasible. Beyond the amazing instruction through the program, UMass Global has facilitated a professional network that continues to support Alumni.
Kristine G.
Educational Leadership & Administration, MA
Compared to a brick and mortar, the professors are more open and I was able to learn better from them. The online community is what kept me going. I think this is the first time in my life that I can say I am proud of myself.
Leonard W.
Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, MA
The Ed.D. program at UMass Global changed my life. I had access to some of the most amazing professors and faculty I've ever had the privilege of working with. From the very first course to the dissertation defense, this program truly transformed my life both personally and professionally. I highly recommend the Ed.D. program for anyone passionate about transformational leadership within any sector of society.
Earn your master's, Ed.S. designation, and PPSP Credential concurrently to position you to become an effective school psychologist in California, providing consultation services to parents and school staff, crisis management services to schools, and collaboration with institution-linked health services.
Jan 12, 2026
Educational Psychology, PPSP Credential, MA
Incl. PPSC
CA Only
Earn your master's, Ed.S. designation, and PPSP Credential concurrently to position you to become an effective school psychologist in California, providing consultation services to parents and school staff, crisis management services to schools, and collaboration with institution-linked health services.
Earn your master's, Ed.S. designation, and PPSP Credential concurrently to position you to become an effective school psychologist in California, providing consultation services to parents and school staff, crisis management services to schools, and collaboration with institution-linked health services.
Master's
Earn your master's, Ed.S. designation, and PPSP Credential concurrently to position you to become an effective school psychologist in California, providing consultation services to parents and school staff, crisis management services to schools, and collaboration with institution-linked health services.
With this California Preliminary Special Education Credential, you’ll be able to make a difference in the learning and development of students with higher support needs. Plus, our Internship Pathway allows you to become intern eligible after just four classes!
Jan 12, 2026
Extensive Support Needs, EdSp Teaching Credential
CA Only
With this California Preliminary Special Education Credential, you’ll be able to make a difference in the learning and development of students with higher support needs. Plus, our Internship Pathway allows you to become intern eligible after just four classes!
With this California Preliminary Special Education Credential, you’ll be able to make a difference in the learning and development of students with higher support needs. Plus, our Internship Pathway allows you to become intern eligible after just four classes!
Credentials & Authorizations
With this California Preliminary Special Education Credential, you’ll be able to make a difference in the learning and development of students with higher support needs. Plus, our Internship Pathway allows you to become intern eligible after just four classes!
Build your instructional technology skills with this four-course graduate certificate that will boost your teaching effectiveness and engagement in online and in-person learning environments.
IT: Teaching 21st Century Learner, Certificate
Not accepting enrollments
Build your instructional technology skills with this four-course graduate certificate that will boost your teaching effectiveness and engagement in online and in-person learning environments.
Build your instructional technology skills with this four-course graduate certificate that will boost your teaching effectiveness and engagement in online and in-person learning environments.
Certificates & Courses
Build your instructional technology skills with this four-course graduate certificate that will boost your teaching effectiveness and engagement in online and in-person learning environments.
Mild to Moderate Support Needs, EdSp Teaching Credential
With this California Preliminary Special Education Credential, you’ll be prepared to make a meaningful difference for students with disabilities who need support for success in inclusive learning environments. Plus, our Internship Pathway allows you to become intern eligible after just four classes!
Jan 12, 2026
Mild to Moderate Support Needs, EdSp Teaching Credential
CA Only
With this California Preliminary Special Education Credential, you’ll be prepared to make a meaningful difference for students with disabilities who need support for success in inclusive learning environments. Plus, our Internship Pathway allows you to become intern eligible after just four classes!
With this California Preliminary Special Education Credential, you’ll be prepared to make a meaningful difference for students with disabilities who need support for success in inclusive learning environments. Plus, our Internship Pathway allows you to become intern eligible after just four classes!
Credentials & Authorizations
With this California Preliminary Special Education Credential, you’ll be prepared to make a meaningful difference for students with disabilities who need support for success in inclusive learning environments. Plus, our Internship Pathway allows you to become intern eligible after just four classes!
At University of Massachusetts Global’s School of Education, we believe in the power of transformative teaching and leadership to shape the future. Guided by our vision to be a leading authority in education, we are committed to developing innovative and caring leaders, scholars, and practitioners who inspire change and drive meaningful impact.
Our core values—I.M.P.A.C.T.—reflect our dedication to inspire, motivate, partner, be accessible, build community, and be transformative.
As a student, you have the opportunity to IMPACT your future, your community, and your school. Whether you aspire to lead classrooms, influence policy, or create inclusive learning environments, we are here to support your journey toward excellence.
Vision
University of Massachusetts Global School of Education will be the acknowledged and prominent authority in creating educators whose leadership and exemplary teaching transform public policy and catalyze local, state, national and global communities to achieve their highest potential.
Mission
The mission of the University of Massachusetts Global's School of Education is to develop innovative and caring leaders, scholars, and practitioners who collaborate to solve complex problems, transform organizations, and educate diverse student populations through discovery, inspiration, and innovation.
