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Developing Leaders Across PreK-12 Education

The School of Education offers many different degree and certification programs in teacher education and school leadership. Whether you are a future teacher, current educator, or school leader, we will provide you with a high-quality education in teaching, learning, and leadership.

Our programs are designed for:

  • New teachers seeking initial state certification
  • Current teachers seeking continuing education (Act 45 and Act 48 credits)
  • District managers and curriculum supervisors seeking advanced credentials
  • Out-of-school learning professionals broadening their skillset
  • Future principals seeking state certification
  • Future superintendents seeking state certification

Our Students Enjoy

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Guaranteed internships with Western PA school districts

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Certifications from the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE)

Career opportunities through Western PA’s largest education alumni network

Think, Dream, and Lead with Integrity

Join a school with more than 100 years of history in transforming the education profession.
We will help you become the spark that inspires change and ignites learning for all students.

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Our PreK-12 Organizations

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Our students enjoy professional development, networking, and learning outside the classroom through:

Falk Laboratory School

Tri-State Area School Study Council

Forum for Western Pennsylvania Superintendents

Western Pennsylvania Writing Project

Facts & Rankings

#1

ranked public School of Education in Pennsylvania and top 20 public institution nationally
(U.S. News & World Report)

32,000+

education alumni worldwide, including the largest education network of any University in Western Pennsylvania

100%

guaranteed placements and internships for teaching and school leadership students

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