University of Michigan - Flint

Master of Arts in Elementary Education with Teacher Certification (MAC). This program is designed for students who already hold a bachelor’s degree and would like to earn their elementary teaching certification along with an advanced degree. The MAC program can be completed as one year, full time program or as a two year, part time program.

Early Childhood Education Specialization. This specialization is designed for individuals already certified to teach at the elementary level and are looking to be qualified to teach young children in the birth through 8 years age bracket.

Literacy K-12 Specialization. This specialization is available for individuals already certified to teach elementary or secondary education. The program focuses on issues and practices related to the language arts. This program leads to a State of Michigan endorsement in Reading Specialist (BR) in grades K-12. This endorsement certifies students to teach reading as a specialization and serve as a building resource for grades K-12.

Technology in Education Specialization. This specialization is designed for students interested in the use of technology in the learning environment. This program offers a mix of online coursework and some on campus meetings. Teaching certification is not required for admission into this program.

Urban/Multicultural Education Specialization. This specialization is available for students who are already certified to teach elementary or secondary education. Students will study issues relating to urban and multicultural education.

Special Education. An 18-credit-hour master’s degree program focused on providing knowledge and training for working with special needs students. Endorsements in Learning Disabilities and Cognitive Impairments are also available to add on to your degree.

Early Childhood (ZA) Endorsement. Not quite ready to pursue your Master of Education? This endorsement is for students who want to add the early childhood endorsement to their resume instead of earning a Master’s degree. These credits can later be applied to the Early Childhood Education Masters specialization.