Counselor Education courses use a blend of technology and media to support candidates in a variety of learning environments. These courses are designed to help counselors provide specially designed interventions for their clients and to work with diverse populations. AUM currently offers specialty counseling tracks in Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling. An internship is required.

The College of Education will collaborate with local education agencies to develop effective and ethical instructional leaders. Graduates of this program will be prepared to serve as competent, committed and reflective professional educators and have a positive impact on student achievement and the overall instructional process. A residency is required.

AUM offers both a Master’s and an Education Specialist degree in Instructional Technology. This degree area is designed for teachers, staff, and administrators who want to increase their understanding of the growing role of technology in enhancing student learning.

All Instructional Technology programs are fully online.

(Physical Education Teacher Education, Sport Management, and Exercise Science)

Coursework in Kinesiology is designed to meet the needs of students and prepare them to work in both school and non-school settings. Courses are designed to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills; both theory and practical application is utilized.

AUM offers secondary education graduate degrees (both traditional and alternative) in concentrations including English Language Arts, History, Social Science, Biology, General Science or Mathematics, as well as Art Education (P-12 certification), A degree in Secondary Education prepares students to teach at the junior and senior high school levels, 6th through 12th grade.

Special Education programs of study prepare candidates to provide academic and support services to students with disabilities. Courses enhanced with technology focus on the latest evidence-based teaching and learning strategies as well as assisting the candidate in developing his/her professional identity and professional practice.

The Praxis Series® tests are taken by individuals entering the teaching profession as part of the certification process required by many states and professional licensing organizations.