17 Online programmes offered by the university

The Reading Instruction program of University of West Georgia is a graduate degree program housed in the Department of Learning and Teaching in the College of Education.

The Teaching - Teacher Education program of University of West Georgia is available for those who would like to add a Georgia Educator Certificate to an existing undergraduate degree. The program is a good fit for those who  are career changers, provisionally-certified teachers, or recent college graduates.

The Special Education - Adapted Curriculum program of University of West Georgia leads to certification in grades p-12 and gives the student a Masters degree at the same time. Teacher candidates are also prepared to teach students in special education preschool settings (ages 3-5 years).

The Elementary Education program of University of West Georgia is designed to prepare teachers who will be academically grounded instructional leaders. Program faculty are dedicated to the ideals of social justice and endeavor to equip graduates with the ability work within the existing systems or to change existing systems to bring about equitable environments for all learners.

The Instructional Technology, Media and Design program of University of West Georgia includes two tracks: Instructional Technology and School Library Media. Faculty teaching in the program are grounded in theoretical perspective and practical application of knowledge to ensure that candidates are able to immediately apply learning objectives in diverse educational settings. 

The Music Education program of University of West Georgia is offered by the Department of Music. This program is also intended for individuals who wish to pursue doctoral study and seek teaching positions in higher education.

The History, Secondary Education program of University of West Georgia is the perfect program to place to hone your skills in research, critical thinking and writing.

The Special Education - General Curriculum program of University of West Georgia leads to certification in grades p-12 and gives the student a Masters degree at the same time. Specific categories of mild disabilities include learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, other health impairments, and mild intellectual disability.

The online Ed.D. program in School Improvement at University of West Georgia offers a unique  opportunity for educators looking for an interdisciplinary, inquiry-based doctoral program that prepares graduates to become the next generation of change agents.

The Special Education program of University of West Georgia is available for individuals who hold an existing, approved degree in any field. Candidates use knowledge of general and specialized curricula to individualize learning for individuals with exceptionalities (CEC Standard 3 - Curricular Content Knowledge).

The Special Education and Teaching - General program of University of West Georgia is offered by the Department of Learning and Teaching in the College of Education. Special education specialists facilitate the continuous improvement of general and special education programs, supports, and services at the classroom, school, and system levels for individuals with exceptionalities. 

University of West Georgia's  online Master of Education with a Major in Instructional Technology, Media and Design (Instructional Technology) degree is designed to prepare progressive, innovative, academically grounded instructional technologists.  Graduates of the program apply their skills in P-12 schools, higher education, and corporate, health care, and government organizations.

University of West Georgia's Masters of Education (M.Ed.) in Professional Counseling, School Counseling is designed for graduate students preparing for employment as professional counselors in schools, community agencies, and colleges or universities.

University of West Georgia's  Elementary Education (B. S. Ed.) degree program is designed to prepare candidates for initial teacher certification in grades Pre-Kindergarten through fifth grade school settings. Program coursework and field experiences promote research-based practices that ensure that all students can and do learn.

The Special Education and Teaching General program of University of West Georgia prepares candidates to acquire the professional knowledge, skills, and dispositions for establishing effective practice.

University of West Georgia's Master of Education in Instructional Technology, Media and Design (School Library Media) program with a concentration in School Library Media is designed to prepare individuals to serve as building-level school library media specialists (also known as “school librarians”) in PK-12 schools.

The Phd degree in Higher Education Administration at University of West Georgia is an applied doctorate with an emphasis on the application of applied knowledge through continued practice and research.