Advance your practice and expand your impact.
Florida Tech’s Master of Education, M.Ed., program is designed for working teachers who want to grow as educators, leaders and lifelong learners. Open to those from all subject areas and grade levels, this flexible program builds on your classroom experience while deepening your understanding of educational theory, instructional methods and student learning.
Through a blend of research, reflection and real-world application, you’ll strengthen your skills in teaching, management, assessment and educational leadership.
Whether you’re looking to enhance your current role or prepare for new opportunities, a Florida Tech M.Ed. demonstrates your commitment to professional growth and to the success of every student you teach.
At Florida Tech, you’ll join a supportive community of educators, scholars and professionals who are passionate about teaching and learning. Small class sizes mean personalized attention from expert faculty with real-world classroom and research experience. With flexible course options and strong faculty mentorship, Florida Tech offers the ideal environment to grow as an educator and advance your career.
The program is both academically rigorous and deeply supportive, fostering a professional community where teachers collaborate, share ideas and learn from one another.
Students benefit from the perspectives of local educators and peers from around the world who bring a wide range of teaching experiences to the classroom.
Designed for working professionals, Florida Tech’s M.Ed. program offers evening and summer courses that make it easier to balance your studies with your career.
You can progress at a pace that fits your schedule while choosing electives that align with your interests and goals.
Whether you're teaching full time, navigating a busy home life, or both, this program is built to support your success.
At Florida Tech, graduate students learn from a dedicated faculty of experienced educators and nationally recognized researchers.
With backgrounds in mathematics, science, environmental education and educational technology, faculty have real-world teaching experience from elementary to postsecondary classrooms. Their research addresses today’s most pressing challenges in education, with hundreds of publications in leading academic journals.
Small class sizes foster close mentorship and a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to share their ideas.
Located on Florida’s Space Coast, Florida Tech offers an inspiring setting for educators who want to make an impact. You’ll study in a region known for innovation, where education, science and technology intersect.
Our 130-acre campus is close to NASA-Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral and a wide range of schools, research centers and community organizations—creating rich opportunities for internships, classroom experiences, collaboration and professional growth.
Beyond the classroom, enjoy 72 miles of Atlantic coastline, the biodiverse Indian River Lagoon and quick access to the Florida Keys and Orlando’s top attractions. It’s a vibrant place to live, learn and launch your career.
Florida Tech prepares graduate students for careers in education through hands-on experiences that go beyond the classroom.
Opportunities include research, internships and professional association meetings and conferences. Students are encouraged to present their work at state and national meetings—such as those hosted by the National Science Teachers Association, the Southeastern Association for Science Teacher Education and the National Association for Research in Science Teaching, and to submit their findings for publication.
Research is an important part of the M.Ed. experience at Florida Tech, especially for students who choose to pursue it more deeply through elective coursework.
Graduate students can explore research topics that align with their professional interests—such as learning strategies, classroom management, assessment or STEM education—while building skills in inquiry and evaluation.
Florida Tech’s strong research culture and connections with state agencies, professional organizations and local partners provide valuable opportunities for collaboration. Students also benefit from access to faculty guidance and modern resources that support meaningful, applied educational research.
This program welcomes teachers from all grade levels and subject areas. A bachelor’s degree is required, though it does not need to be in education.
For more information, please see our graduate admission requirements.
Many students in the Master of Education, M.Ed., program are already K–12 teachers seeking to deepen their expertise and expand their impact. Therefore, this program is designed to provide strong preparation for advancement in education careers rather than leading to specific certification or license.
This degree can support advancement into roles such as instructional coach, curriculum specialist or school administrator, as well as open doors to teaching at the college level or in online and adult education settings.
Graduates also pursue opportunities beyond the classroom, including positions in museums, science centers, nonprofit outreach, government education programs and corporate training. Those with a focus in STEM or environmental education may find especially strong demand.
With its blend of research, theory and practical application, the M.Ed. supports a wide range of career pathways in both formal and informal education.
Florida Tech Career Services assists students, alumni and employers in their search for careers and employee candidates. We help students develop career plans and job-search skills. Explore our Career Toolbox to learn more about our services and access additional resources.
The Occupational Outlook Handbook, published by the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), provides information about specific jobs, including median annual pay, working conditions and job outlook, among other things. Check the handbook for information on the outlook for education careers.
In addition to the options for education careers, some M.Ed. graduates continue their education at Florida Tech to obtain an Ed.S. or Ph.D. Doctoral graduates may continue into academia as college professors or bring their expertise into the workforce as consultants.
Florida Tech’s Master of Education, M.Ed., program offers students a unique curriculum that blends educational content, teaching methodology and management expertise, designed to build upon your prior knowledge and experience. It offers a strong foundation in educational research, statistics and current theories and trends in education.
Through an array of electives, you can explore a variety of focus areas, including teaching strategies for specific subjects and grade levels, classroom management, educational assessment and ESOL methods. The curriculum also offers opportunities to study instructional design, educational technologies and online learning.
For those interested in science or environmental education, several electives cover methods for teaching science, addressing environmental issues, and fostering environmental responsibility. These options allow students to tailor their studies to align with their interests and career goals in education.
As a culminating experience, during your last semester of registration you will take an oral final program examination.
In addition to core coursework, the M.Ed. program offers a range of electives that allow students to tailor their studies to their interests and career goals.
These courses build practical skills and specialized knowledge across key areas of education, including subject-specific teaching methods, assessment strategies, technology integration and environmental education.
Depending on the electives chosen, students may explore topics such as differentiated instruction, inquiry-based learning, research design and tools for digital and blended classrooms.
Electives delve into areas such as:
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In the Master of Education program, you’ll sharpen your teaching skills, explore new methods and apply what you learn through hands-on projects and research.
Whether you're looking to grow in your current role, take on leadership responsibilities, design curriculum or pursue further study, Florida Tech’s M.Ed. supports your next step.
This degree signals your commitment to professional growth and to making a lasting impact in any educational setting.
