MAT in Workforce Education (Trade and Industrial Education)
The M.A.T. in Workforce Education program is designed for students who wish to earn initial certification in a career and technical education (CTE) instructional field at an advanced level (T-5).
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
Our program combines your professional specialization and expertise with promising teaching practices, leading to competency in:
- Managing career and technical education programs in Georgia P-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
Highlights
- Leads to initial teacher certification in the Career and Technical Specializations (6-12)
- One of the top workforce education programs in the country
- Flagship workforce development program in Georgia
- Produces leaders in industry knowledge as well as current international trends
- Prepares graduates to proactively identify workforce trends
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 M.A.T. 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)
Read FAQs About the Workforce Education Programs
Teacher candidates must (1) apply for a GaPSC Pre-Service Certificate prior to beginning field experience and (2) complete several assessments prior to certification.
How to Apply
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 M.A.T. 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
Deadline To Apply
- July 1 (Fall)
- November 15 (Spring)
- May 1 (Summer)
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