Earn your Masters
in Teaching
at Welch College
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Earn your Masters
in Teaching
at Welch College
Take the next step in your education career!
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.
- Free Will Baptist Scholarship $1,320 – for those who are members of a Free Will Baptist Church
- Christian School Scholarship $1,000 – for those who are employees of a Christian school
- 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
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Mrs. Jennifer Thompson
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Ms. Bethany McClain
Administrative Assistant for Teacher Education and M.A.T. Program
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