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Advance your teaching career with flexible graduate programs, leadership pathways and micro-credentials from the University at Buffalo.

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You’ve earned your initial teaching certification and made a difference in your classroom. Now you’re ready for what’s next—professional certification, new skills, or a move into leadership. At the University at Buffalo Graduate School of Education, you can choose from online and on-campus master’s, certificate and doctoral programs designed for working educators who want to deepen their impact.

The UB Difference

Flexible pathways for working educators

Choose from online and in-person options, part-time or full-time study, and customizable plans of study. Many programs are built for teachers who are already in the classroom and need schedules that work around school-day responsibilities.

Programs that advance your certification

Move from initial to professional certification while expanding your expertise. UB’s master’s programs and certification extensions help you meet New York State requirements and grow your skill set at the same time.

Leadership and research opportunities

From advanced certification in district and building leadership to online EdD programs and PhD options, you can step into new roles, influence policy and contribute to research that shapes the future of education.

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Master’s Degrees

If you are currently an educator and hold a bachelor’s degree in education and want to deepen your practice while meeting professional certification requirements, UB offers pathways tailored to your goals.

Education Studies, EdM

Designed for teachers with initial certification in a content area—such as English, math, music, social studies, sciences or early childhood/childhood education—this master’s program helps you fulfill New York State’s professional certification requirements while expanding your content and pedagogical expertise. Faculty and advisors work with you to customize a study plan aligned with your professional aspirations.

Literacy Specialist, EdM (Online)

Earn New York State Birth–Grade 12 literacy certification and develop a deep understanding of reading instruction across age groups. You’ll gain expertise in classroom and clinical assessment, evaluation and intervention to support students’ literacy development in any setting—all in a fully online format designed for practicing educators.

Extensions and Micro-Credentials

Expand your impact and expertise with specialized credentials and certification extensions:

Bilingual Education (extension)
Computer Science Education (extension)
English for Speakers of Other Languages (extension)
Gifted Education (extension)
Literacy Coaching (micro-credential)
Science of Reading (micro-credential)
Teaching Black History (micro-credential)

Leadership Roles

School District Leadership/School Building Leadership Advanced Certification (Online)

Designed for working professionals, this flexible, online, New York State approved program prepares you for leadership roles in education. Develop expertise in instructional strategies, management, equity, inclusion, community engagement and ethical decision-making to create meaningful change in your school or district.

Research and Doctoral Opportunities

Learning and Teaching in Social Contexts, EdD (Online)

Tailor this justice-focused, three-year doctoral program to your discipline. Current students come from diverse fields, including pre-K–12 education, healthcare, nonprofits, and government.

Educational Leadership, EdD (Online)

Elevate your leadership skills in PK–12 or higher education with a research-driven program focused on strategic change management and policy impact.

Curriculum, Instruction and Science of Learning, PhD

Address real-world educational challenges with a multidisciplinary research approach. Specialize in one of seven concentrations or follow a general track.

Language Education and Multilingualism, PhD

Strengthen your teaching and research skills in language acquisition, policy development, and therapy applications to enhance multilingual education.

A Smart Investment in Your Future

Join a community committed to improving outcomes for students, schools and communities. UB’s Graduate School of Education offers rigorous programs, respected faculty and flexible pathways that fit your life—backed by the reputation of a leading public research university.

A UB degree opens doors across New York State and beyond, empowering you to grow as an educator, leader, scholar and change-maker.