Workforce Education
Our programs prepare students for leadership, university teaching, and other roles in career and technical education. Our faculty are leaders in:
- Workforce issues and policy development
- Diversity in the workforce
- Leadership and career education
- Community-based education
- Learners with special needs
- International education
- Assessing and enhancing student learning
- Curricula development
Degree Programs
Double Dawgs
Combined Bachelor's and Master's Degrees
- BSFCS in Family and Consumer Sciences Education / MEd in Workforce Education
Help others shape their future career choices with a path that combines a B.S.F.C.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences Education with an M.Ed. in Workforce Education.
Bachelor of Science in Education (BSEd)
- BSEd in Workforce Education (Engineering and Technology)
Earn certification as an engineering and technology education teacher in grades 6-12 and contribute to the critical area of career and technical education in Georgia schools.
Master of Education (MEd)
- MEd in Workforce Education (Online)
Graduates of this state flagship unit take on roles within career and technical education.
Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)
- MAT in Workforce Education (Business Education, Online)
The Business Education area of emphasis is for those who may have a professional background in fields such as Business, Information Technology, Entrepreneurship, Human Resources, and/or Accounting and Finance.
- MAT in Workforce Education (Engineering and Technology Education, Online)
The Engineering and Technology Education area of emphasis is for those who may have a professional background in fields such as Engineering and Technology or Architectural Drafting and Design.
- MAT in Workforce Education (Family and Consumer Sciences, Online)
The Family and Consumer Sciences area of emphasis is for those who have a professional background in fields such as Nutrition and Culinary Arts, Child and Family Development, Housing and Consumer Economics, or Textiles, Merchandise and Interiors.
- MAT in Workforce Education (Healthcare Science Education, Online)
The Healthcare Science Education area of emphasis is for those who may have a professional background in fields such as Clinical Healthcare Services, Veterinary Sciences, Athletic Training, or Healthcare Support Services.
- MAT in Workforce Education (Marketing Education, Online)
The Marketing Education area of emphasis is for those who may have a professional background in fields such as Marketing and management, Marketing and communications, Fashion Merchandising, Sports and Entertainment Marketing, or Hospitality, Trade, and Tourism Marketing.
- MAT in Workforce Education (Trade and Industrial Education, Online)
The Trade and Industrial Education area of emphasis is for those who have a professional background in fields such as Architectural drawing; Construction trades (carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc.); Welding and metalworking; Graphic design and graphic arts; Broadcast video; Law enforcement and public safety; Information technology (web design, programming, computer networking, etc.); Manufacturing; Automotive technology; Aircraft maintenance and flight operations; Electronics; Cosmetology; and barbering
Educational Specialist (EdS)
- EdS in Education (Workforce Education, Online)
As Georgia’s flagship educator preparation provider for workforce research and education, this specialist program prepares candidates who are interested in pursuing initial teacher preparation or upgrading their existing Georgia certification in career and technical education.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- PhD in Workforce Education
Delve into the field of workforce education with coursework and a dissertation that will prepare you for research, scholarship, and policy development positions.
Doctor of Education (EdD)
- EdD in Workforce Education
The Ed.D. in Workforce Education prepares students for leadership, university teaching, and other roles in career and technical education.
- EdD in Workforce Education (Traditional)
The Ed.D. in Workforce Education prepares students for leadership, university teaching, and other roles in career and technical education.
Non-Degree Programs
Certification-Only Programs
- Certification in Workforce Education
This UGA New Teacher Institute (PACTE-NTI) program is for candidates seeking initial certification in career and technical education. You may take it as post-baccalaureate or professional learning units (PLU), and primarily serves healthcare science and trade and industrial educators.
Endorsement/Certificate Programs
- Online Teaching Endorsement and Certificate
This endorsement will qualify you to teach P-12 online classes in Georgia. Learn from experts in online instruction to become a leader in this evolving format.