Teacher Certification Programs
Transform Lives as a Teacher
Become the teacher that makes a lasting difference in the lives of students. GMercyU’s Master of Science in Education (MSEd) and MS in Special Education (PreK-12) programs include a pathway to Instructional I Certification in Pennsylvania.*
Approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, our programs offer a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical instructional skills for delivering lessons, managing your classroom, and working with colleagues and families to help students thrive. You also will explore and analyze social, political, and economic issues that influence education.
Explore Your Options
Master of Science in Education with Certification
Choose PreK-4 certification or secondary (grades 7-12) in biology, mathematics, social studies, or English.
Start options
January, August
Program length
About two years
100% online coursework
plus 14 weeks of supervised student teaching
30-36 credits
depending on the certification
Prepare for
Pennsylvania Instructional I Certification
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Master of Science in Special Education with Certification
Advanced instructional and classroom management skills for PreK-12 special education classrooms
Start options
January, August
Program length
About two years
100% online coursework
plus 14 weeks of supervised student teaching
36 credits
Prepare for PreK-12
Special Education Certification in Pennsylvania
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Post-Master’s Certification Programs for Pennsylvania Educators
Already have a master's degree? Earn an instructional certification in a subject area of your choice.
- PreK-4 Certification
Become a teacher and work with young learners. To apply, you must hold a master’s degree in any field. - PreK-12 Special Education Certification
Support students with special needs. You must hold a master’s degree and an Instructional I Certificate in another area to apply. - Secondary Education Certification
Teach middle and high school students. To apply, you must hold a master’s degree, plus coursework related to your chosen subject area.
Going back to college after 10 years out of school was a daunting task. [GMercyU's] online program was a great segue. I was able to completely get through all of the courses on my own time. The program gave me all the tools I would need, because a lot of the assignments had to do with different technologies and building lessons from the ground up. I became more comfortable and confident in how to prepare.
—Kelly Lare, MsEd '16
★ GMercyU graduates, you may be eligible for a 10% Alumni Tuition Grant! ★
Looking for a traditional college experience?
GMercyU offers the following undergraduate programs in Education:
- B.S. in Education Studies Degree
- B.S. in Early Education (PreK-4) Degree
- B.S. in Special Education (PreK-12) Degree
- B.S. in Early Education & B.S. Special Education Dual Degree
- Three-Year Teaching Degree
Already a practicing educator?
GMercyU offers programs for every stage of your journey as a professional educator. Explore our teacher advancement programs here.
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