Structure You Can Count On, Flexibility You Need

Instructor-led learning at UMass Global gives working adults the best of both worlds: a predictable course schedule and the flexibility to study 100% online. Each structured 8-week session includes faculty-guided discussions, peer collaboration, and real-time support that help you stay engaged and on track. 

You’ll learn alongside a community of classmates and instructors who bring current, real-world experience into every module, so new skills are immediately relevant to your career. Every step of the way, our enrollment coaches, academic advisors, and one-stop specialists are there to help you balance deadlines, life, and next steps toward your degree.

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Why Students Choose Instructor-Led Programs

Designed for students who thrive with routine, dedicated support, and community, these programs provide:

  • Built-in momentum through weekly deadlines and instructor guidance makes it easier to stay motivated.
  • Real-time instructor and peer engagement help students feel connected and supported.
  • Group learning opens the door to collaboration, shared perspectives, and networking opportunities.
  • A clear weekly path can be especially helpful for students entering a new field or returning to school after time away.

UMass Global Instructor-Led Benefits

Structured Accountability

Stay on track with guided weekly lessons, due dates, and regular instructor check-ins that help busy adults maintain momentum and finish their courses with confidence.

Dedicated Resources

From application through graduation, you have access to enrollment coaches, academic advisors, tutoring, career resources, and tech support designed for working adults in fully online programs.

Faculty-Led Courses

Scenario-based courses led by practitioner-faculty connect theory to real workplace challenges, with small classes that support interaction, feedback, and skill-building you can immediately apply to your career.

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Programs Offered

Learn More about Educational Counseling, MA
100% Online
Psychology & Counseling

Educational Counseling, MA

Advance your career with the MA in Educational Counseling at UMass Global, an online degree program for future counselors in higher education, private, nonprofit, and global settings.
Aug 31, 2026

Educational Counseling, MA

100% Online
Advance your career with the MA in Educational Counseling at UMass Global, an online degree program for future counselors in higher education, private, nonprofit, and global settings.
Master's
08/31/2026
Learn More about Educational Counseling, PPS Credential (School Counseling), MA
Incl. CWA Autho
CA Only
Psychology & Counseling

Educational Counseling, PPS Credential (School Counseling), MA

Guide student success with UMass Global's MA in Educational Counseling & PPSC. Online program with 900 hours fieldwork plus Welfare & Attendance authorization.
Aug 31, 2026

Educational Counseling, PPS Credential (School Counseling), MA

Incl. CWA Autho
CA Only
Guide student success with UMass Global's MA in Educational Counseling & PPSC. Online program with 900 hours fieldwork plus Welfare & Attendance authorization.
Master's
08/31/2026
Learn More about Educational Leadership and Admin, PAS Credential, MA
Incl. PASC
CA Only
Educational Leadership

Educational Leadership and Admin, PAS Credential, MA

Lead schools with impact through UMass Global's MAELA & PASC program. AAQEP-accredited with real fieldwork and mentorship for California administrators.
Aug 31, 2026

Educational Leadership and Admin, PAS Credential, MA

Incl. PASC
CA Only
Lead schools with impact through UMass Global's MAELA & PASC program. AAQEP-accredited with real fieldwork and mentorship for California administrators.
Master's
08/31/2026
Learn More about Educational Psychology, PPSP Credential (ABA), MA
Incl. PPSP
CA Only
Psychology & Counseling

Educational Psychology, PPSP Credential (ABA), MA

This emphasis option equips school psychology program students in California with life-changing tools to help children change their negative or harmful behaviors. Earn your master’s degree, Ed.S. designation, and PPSP credential concurrently.
Aug 31, 2026

Educational Psychology, PPSP Credential (ABA), MA

Incl. PPSP
CA Only
This emphasis option equips school psychology program students in California with life-changing tools to help children change their negative or harmful behaviors. Earn your master’s degree, Ed.S. designation, and PPSP credential concurrently.
Master's
08/31/2026
Learn More about Educational Psychology, PPSP Credential (Autism), MA
Incl. PPSP
CA Only
Psychology & Counseling

Educational Psychology, PPSP Credential (Autism), MA

This emphasis gives you the tools to become a California school psychologist that truly understands the needs of autistic children. Earn your master’s degree, Ed.S. designation, and PPSP credential concurrently.

Educational Psychology, PPSP Credential (Autism), MA

Incl. PPSP
CA Only
This emphasis gives you the tools to become a California school psychologist that truly understands the needs of autistic children. Earn your master’s degree, Ed.S. designation, and PPSP credential concurrently.
Master's
Learn More about Educational Psychology, PPSP Credential, MA
Incl. PPSP
CA Only
Psychology & Counseling

Educational Psychology, PPSP Credential, MA

Support student success with UMass Global's MA in Educational Psychology & PPSP Credential. Earn dual degrees for school psychology with autism and ABA options.
Aug 31, 2026

Educational Psychology, PPSP Credential, MA

Incl. PPSP
CA Only
Support student success with UMass Global's MA in Educational Psychology & PPSP Credential. Earn dual degrees for school psychology with autism and ABA options.
Master's
08/31/2026
Learn More about General Education, AA
Instructor-Led
General Education

General Education, AA

Jumpstart your college journey with UMass Global's online AA in General Education. Build a strong foundation in liberal arts and seamlessly transfer to any bachelor's program.
Aug 31, 2026

General Education, AA

Instructor-Led
Jumpstart your college journey with UMass Global's online AA in General Education. Build a strong foundation in liberal arts and seamlessly transfer to any bachelor's program.
Associates
08/31/2026
Learn More about GIS & Data Analytics, Master
100% Online
Business

GIS & Data Analytics, Master

Transform location data into strategic decisions with UMass Global’s MGISDA. No prior GIS experience required; master analytics and business-ready skills.
Aug 31, 2026

GIS & Data Analytics, Master

100% Online
Transform location data into strategic decisions with UMass Global’s MGISDA. No prior GIS experience required; master analytics and business-ready skills.
Master's
08/31/2026

WASC Senior College and University Commission

University of Massachusetts Global is institutionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)

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

California Commission on Teaching Credentialing

University of Massachusetts Global's School of Education is accredited by the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing (CTC).

Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)

UMass Global's Bachelor and Master of Social Work programs are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)

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