Teaching Degrees
Teaching Degrees
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With a focus on adult learning techniques and innovative leadership, GCU has many teaching degrees that can prepare you for a career in education while keeping class sizes small.
Explore our teaching bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and certificate programs to gain an advanced education tailored to your aspirations. Each program provides the foundation and expertise needed to unlock your potential for career growth.
If you feel called to a teaching career, a degree from Grand Canyon University can help equip you with the skills and experience needed to pursue it. Teaching education programs from GCU combine knowledgeable faculty with practical experiences from a variety of disciplines specific to your interests that can help you work toward a valuable education.
Our College of Education engages a diverse and global community of learners with purpose and passion through advanced curriculum and instruction techniques by promoting servant leadership in educational communities. Many of our degrees in teaching are offered as licensure programs that can prepare you to start pursuing your teaching career and non-licensure programs that can help you position yourself for potential growth within your teaching career — so you can find the one that is right for your unique path.
Students who graduated from GCU's College of Education since 2009(See disclaimer 1)
GCU offers 43 total teacher licensure and educational academic programs (as of September 2022).
Flexible Online or On-Campus Degrees
Commitment to Affordable Education
Earning a degree in teaching doesn't have to be confusing. Find answers to your most frequently asked questions regarding GCU's teaching education programs.
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GCU’s teaching education programs provide flexibility and a rigorous curriculum, empowering you to achieve your career goals.
Some of our education degrees utilize a cross-disciplinary approach with other colleges at GCU, helping you gain a deeper understanding of your chosen area of study. Whether you want to become an English or history teacher by earning your bachelor’s degree or pursue a master’s degree focused on educational leadership, GCU has an in-person or online teaching program for you.
A bachelor's degree is typically a prerequisite for teaching, although specific requirements can vary depending on your state of residence. Our faculty focuses on teaching future educators how to strengthen the bond between students and teachers through One Foundation, rooted in a Christian worldview.
If you’re aiming to become a teacher who leaves a lasting impression, GCU’s education degree programs can:
Build strong relationships
A variety of undergraduate and master’s teaching programs can help you work toward finding the right fit for your needs.
Equip yourself for a teaching career by specializing in subjects such as:
Mathematics
Secondary education
GCU has been preparing knowledgeable educators who continue to demonstrate a commitment to quality education since 1968. The College of Education aligns its curriculum with the standards set by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) as well as national accreditors and professional affiliates. These standards help us work toward producing credible, qualified teachers and professionals through our education and teaching degrees both online and on campus.
If you are seeking licensure/certification, please refer to the Accreditation and Compliance/State Disclosures link for the specific program of interest’s website for your location and/or employment state’s licensure requirements, per 34 CFR 668.14(b)32 and 668.43(c).
Demonstrate effective communication
Lead by example
Instill confidence
English
Administration
Curriculum and instruction
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