MAT in Workforce Education (Trade and Industrial Education)

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

Our program combines your professional specialization and expertise with promising teaching practices, leading to competency in:

Managing career and technical education programs in Georgia K-12 schools
Designing and developing both content and skill-based instruction
Utilizing workable research strategies in your own classroom and school
Cultivating students' work ethic, communication skills, and capacity for innovation

Curriculum

Our faculty have developed a research-based model that focuses on career development, work ethic, and innovation to strategically prepare a global workforce who can successfully navigate work, even in jobs that do not exist at the time education and training take place.

The MAT in Workforce Education requires a minimum of 48 credit hours of coursework, divided into four categories:

Core professional education (24 hours)
Education research (3 hours)
Teaching internship (12 hours)
Certification area of emphasis (9+ hours, depending on academic background)

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Teacher candidates must (1) apply for a GaPSC Pre-Service Certificate prior to beginning field experience and (2) complete several assessments prior to certification.

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Admissions

Part 1: Apply to the University of Georgia

The Graduate School handles admission for all graduate programs at the University of Georgia, including those in the College of Education. The Graduate School website contains important details about the application process, orientation, and many other useful links to guide you through the process of attending UGA at the graduate level.

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Part 2: Apply to the MAT in Workforce Education (Trade and Industrial Education)

To qualify for admission, students must have earned an undergraduate degree from a fully accredited college or university. A minimum of a 3.0 GPA in their undergraduate degree is preferred.

In the Graduate School application, students must submit:

Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
Resume

GaPSC Requirement

All candidates seeking admission to an initial educator preparation program must pass or exempt the GACE Program Admission Assessment. Review guidelines for exemption in Educator Prep Resources.

Additional Resources

Please use our online form if you have any questions for the department. Please be as specific as possible so that we may quickly assist you.

Meet Your Advisor

A close working relationship with your advisor is key as you progress through your program of study. Please note that most graduate students at UGA are not assigned to a faculty advisor until after admittance.

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Tuition and Financial Aid

Almost all in-state students begin their studies at UGA paying limited tuition or fees. Please note that these amounts are subject to change and are meant to give prospective students an idea of the costs associated with a degree at the University of Georgia College of Education.

Students may qualify for a variety of assistantships, scholarships, and other financial awards to help offset the cost of tuition, housing, and other expenses.

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Student Life

Our students have a range of opportunities available outside the classroom as well, from professional organizations, experiential learning, clubs and other non-academic experiences.

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