Career and Technical Education, M.S.Ed.
Learn more about the Master of Science in Education in Career and Technical Education.
About the Program
The mission of the Master of Science in Education program in Career and Technical Education is to enable its students to apply advanced pedagogical skills, knowledge, and attributes in a career and technical education setting at the secondary and post-secondary levels. Individuals pursing this degree already hold instructional or vocational certification in Pennsylvania. While pursuing this online degree, individuals pursue Pennsylvania certification in cooperative education, supervision of vocational education, and director of vocational education. The degree provides specialized knowledge in areas of workforce development, leadership, industry trends and issues, the role of workforce development in a dynamic economy, and infusing industry standards into secondary career and technical education programs.
Time Limit for Degree Completion: 4 years
Campus Location: Online
Full-Time/Part-Time Status: Students complete the degree program online on a full- or part-time basis.
Accreditation: The program is accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council (TEAC).
Job Prospects: Graduates are prepared for leadership roles as teachers, adult instructors, curriculum specialists, career and technical center administrators, and technical trainers in business and industry.
Non-Matriculated Student Policy: Students may take up to, but not more than, 9 credits of graduate study in the program before being admitted to the program. The credits transfer into the program, if the student is admitted. Students completing non-matriculated courses before being admitted to the program are NOT guaranteed admission.
Financing Opportunities: Financial support opportunities may include scholarships, tuition remission, and other financial aid such as grants, loans, and federal work study.
Admission Requirements and Deadlines
Application Deadline:
Fall: March 1
Spring: November 1
Applicants should submit all required admissions documents by the application deadline to receive priority consideration for admission and financial support.
APPLY ONLINE to this graduate program.
Letters of Reference:
Number Required: 2
From Whom: Letters of recommendation should be obtained to provide insight regarding the applicant's academic competence. References from college/university faculty are recommended.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A bachelor's degree is required. A minimum UGPA of 3.0 is expected.
International applicants should also submit an official document that validates completion and conferral of a degree, diploma, and/or certificate. While not required, international applicants are encouraged to submit transcript(s) to the World Education Services (WES) for evaluation.
Statement of Goals: In 500 to 1,000 words, outline your interest in seeking a master’s degree with a specific focus on the career to which you aspire, your interests, and your academic and job-related experiences that are relevant to the program.
Standardized Test Scores:
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master’s degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
- TOEFL iBT: 79
- IELTS Academic: 6.5
- PTE Academic: 53
Resume: Current resume required.
Other Requirements:
- Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all accredited institutions attended and/or from which credit was earned
- A copy of a valid Pennsylvania Teaching Certification or demonstration of at least three years of successful practice in an educational setting
Program Requirements
General Program Requirements:
Number of Credits Required Beyond the Baccalaureate: 30
Required Courses:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses 1 | ||
| CTE 5423 | Leadership in Career and Technical Education | 3 |
| CTE 8501 | Curriculum Development for Programs of Study in Career and Technical Education 2 | 3 |
| CTE 8507 | The Role of Career and Technical Education in Workforce and Economic Development 2 | 3 |
| CTE 8521 | Collaborative Processes for Effective Career and Technical Education Programs | 3 |
| CTE 8527 | Program Planning, Evaluation, and Systems Alignment in Career and Technical Education | 3 |
| CTE 8528 | Creating a Culture of Teaching and Learning in Career and Technical Education Programs 2 | 3 |
| CTE 8589 | Managing Resources and Data Driven Decision Making in Career and Technical Education 2 | 3 |
| EDAD 5302 | Contexts for Sch Reform 2 | 3 |
| EDAD 5305 | Knowledge Sch Improve | 3 |
| or EDAD 5304 | Sch Operations, Mgmt, Tech | |
| Practicum 1 | ||
| CTE 9885 | Internship in Career and Technical Education | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | All ten courses must be completed to earn Pennsylvania Department of Education certification for Vocational Administrative Director. |
| 2 | Successful completion of this set of five courses leads to Pennsylvania Department of Education certification for Vocational Supervisor. |
Culminating Events:
Practicum:
Students must complete CTE 9885 Internship in Career and Technical Education to satisfy the practicum requirement.
Courses
CTE 5401. Current Problems in Career and Technical Education. 1 to 6 Credit Hour.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may be repeated for additional credit.
CTE 5411. Evaluation in Career and Technical Education. 3 Credit Hours.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may not be repeated for additional credits.
CTE 5423. Leadership in Career and Technical Education. 3 Credit Hours.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may not be repeated for additional credits.
CTE 5426. Professionalism and Staff Development. 3 Credit Hours.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may not be repeated for additional credits.
CTE 5669. Project-Based Learning. 3 Credit Hours.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may not be repeated for additional credits.
CTE 5887. Pedagogical Competence. 3 to 15 Credit Hours.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may be repeated for additional credit.
CTE 8324. Coordination Methods for Work-Based Learning. 3 Credit Hours.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may not be repeated for additional credits.
CTE 8331. Instructional Methods for Work-Based Learning. 3 Credit Hours.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may not be repeated for additional credits.
CTE 8501. Curriculum Development for Programs of Study in Career and Technical Education. 3 Credit Hours.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may not be repeated for additional credits.
CTE 8507. The Role of Career and Technical Education in Workforce and Economic Development. 3 Credit Hours.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may not be repeated for additional credits.
CTE 8521. Collaborative Processes for Effective Career and Technical Education Programs. 3 Credit Hours.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may not be repeated for additional credits.
CTE 8527. Program Planning, Evaluation, and Systems Alignment in Career and Technical Education. 3 Credit Hours.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may not be repeated for additional credits.
CTE 8528. Creating a Culture of Teaching and Learning in Career and Technical Education Programs. 3 Credit Hours.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may not be repeated for additional credits.
CTE 8589. Managing Resources and Data Driven Decision Making in Career and Technical Education. 3 Credit Hours.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may not be repeated for additional credits.
CTE 8690. Problems in CTE. 1 to 3 Credit Hour.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may be repeated for additional credit.
CTE 8890. Special Topics/Problems in Career and Technical Education. 3 Credit Hours.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may be repeated for additional credit.
CTE 9389. Supervised Work Experience. 1 to 3 Credit Hour.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may be repeated for additional credit.
CTE 9482. Directed Independent Study. 1 to 6 Credit Hour.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may be repeated for additional credit.
CTE 9685. Internship in Career and Technical Education. 3 to 6 Credit Hours.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may be repeated for additional credit.
CTE 9885. Internship in Career and Technical Education. 3 to 12 Credit Hours.
Level Registration Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate.
Repeatability: This course may be repeated for additional credit.
Contacts
Program Web Address:
https://www.temple.edu/academics/degree-programs/career-and-technical-education-msed-ed-cte-msed
Department Information:
Dept. of Teaching and Learning
College of Education
1301 Cecil B. Moore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19122-6091
215-204-0999