Earn your Masters
in Teaching
at Welch College

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Which specialty track are you interested in?

Earn your Masters
in Teaching
at Welch College

Take the next step in your education career!

In which specialty tracks are you interested?

YOUR CAREER. THEIR FUTURE.

“… professional career success comes from drawing out the best in each student
and maximizing that student’s future opportunities.” 

The Welch College School of Education offers a Master of Arts in Teaching degree with specialty tracks in Classroom Teaching, Special Education, and Instructional Leadership. Each 10-week course is offered on-campus, in-person, and remotely via Zoom. Courses for each term begin in February, June, and October.

Classroom Teaching Track

The Classroom Teaching Track is designed to enhance the craft of teaching for K-12 teachers in Christian, public, and private schools. Track courses address contemporary issues including pedagogy, literacy, assessment, exceptional students, and legal issues. Completed MAT courses may also contribute to the requirements necessary for a Tennessee license to teach.

Special Education Track

The Special Education Track is designed to develop skills and concepts for teachers of exceptional students. Completion of this track can also lead to K-8 Special Education Endorsement for teachers already licensed in Tennessee or to initial licensure in Special Education.

Instructional Leadership Track

The Instructional Leadership Track provides preparation for individuals who are pursuing opportunities as K-12 educational administrators in Christian, public, and private schools. Completion of this track can also lead to a Tennessee license endorsement for instructional leadership.

Program Details

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Classroom Teaching Track Course List
EDU 4907/5907  Advanced Research in Education
EDU 5000  Educational Philosphy
EDU 5100  Performance-Based Instructional Assessment
EDU/THE 5090 Faith & Ethics in Education
EDU 5300  Evidence-Based Instruction
EDU 5060  A Holistic Approach to Literacy Instruction
SED 4050/5050 Autism, Applied Behavior Analysis and Other Evidence Based Practices
EDU 5040  Contemporary Legal Issues in Teaching
SED 4060/5060 Collaboration and Co-teaching
EDU 5510 Graduate Research Project
SED 4020/5020  Characteristics of Students with Intellectual and Multiple Disabilities
Special Education Track Course List
EDU 4907/5907  Advanced Research in Education
EDU 5000  Educational Philosophy
EDU/SED 4010/5010  The Exceptional Child
EDU/THE 5090  Faith & Ethics in Education
SED 4070/5070  Special Education Teaching Methodologies
EDU 5060  A Holistic Approach to Literacy Instruction
SED 4050/5050 Autism, Applied Behavior Analysis and Other Evidence Based Practices
SED 4080/5080  Oral and Written Language Needs in Exceptional Students
SED 4060/5060 Collaboration and Co-teaching
SED 4030/5030  Special Education Law and Ethics
SED 4020/5020  Characteristics of Students with Intellectual and Multiple Disabilities
Instructional Leadership Track Course List
EDU 4907/5907  Advanced Research in Education I
EDU 5000  Educational Philosophy
EDU 5100 Performance-Based Instructional Assessment
EDU 5090  Faith & Ethics in Education
EDU 5040  Contemporary Legal Issues in Teaching
EDU 5060 A Holistic Approach to Literacy Instruction
EDU 5200 Curriculum and School Improvement
EDU/ORL 6000 Organizational Finance
EDU/ORL 6100 Organizational Theory and Supervision
EDU 6200 Differentiation and Discipline
EDU 5500/5510 Graduate Research Project/Practicum

Cost and Scholarships

Program Costs

Tuition: $450 per credit hour
Total Cost for Program: 33 credit hours X $450 = $14,850

Scholarships

A graduate education is expensive but it is one of the most important endeavors you will ever undertake. We can help you pay for your education by keeping costs low and helping you find financial aid in the form of loans and scholarships.

  1. Free Will Baptist Scholarship $1,320 – for those who are members of a Free Will Baptist Church
  2. Christian School Scholarship $1,000 – for those who are employees of a Christian school
  3. Academic Merit Scholarship $2,500 – for those who have undergraduate GPA of 3.5 or better

Scholarships will be granted to students based on information provided during the application process.

About Welch College

Welch College was founded in 1942 and moved to its new campus at 1045 Bison Trail, Gallatin, TN in 2017. The college is a Christian community of faith and learning that offers over 40 programs of study and graduate degrees in education and theology. The College’s mission is to educate leaders to serve Christ, His church, and His world through biblical thought and life.

Welch College ranks eighth among Best Regional Colleges – South in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 edition of America’s Best Colleges. This ranking includes #1 for “Top Performers on Social Mobility.” Welch College remains a top-quality institution of higher learning that delivers on its educational promise. The College is also ranked in the top 5 Best Educational Values in higher education in its region. (U.S. News & World Reports, 2021).

Welch College is the only four-year, bachelor’s and master’s degree granting institution that is physically located in Sumner County. The College, a state-authorized EPP whose primary LEA partnership is with Sumner County Schools, also maintains both regional and national accreditation.

 

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Dr. Greg Ketteman

Dr. Greg Ketteman

Vice President for Strategic Initiatives | Professor of Education | Graduate Dean of Education

Angie Edgmon - Welch College is a Christian Bible College in Gallatin, Tennessee

Mrs. Angie Edgmon

Financial Aid Coordinator

Mrs. Jennifer Thompson

Mrs. Jennifer Thompson

Administrative Assistant | Adult & Online Studies, Dual Enrollment

Ms. Bethany McClain

Ms. Bethany McClain

Administrative Assistant for Teacher Education and M.A.T. Program

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