College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences
Department of Applied Sciences, Technology and Education
Website: https://caas.usu.edu/aste/
This 100% online, non-thesis degree program provides students with the flexibility to pursue a master’s degree in career and technical education for careers in formal (secondary and post-secondary) and nonformal (outreach/extension) settings. Students may begin the CTE-MEd program in any semester (fall, spring or summer), and take 1-3 courses (3-9 credits hours) each semester. Most students design a schedule to finish in five semesters, taking 2 classes for four semesters and 3 classes for one semester (usually in the summer) to complete 11 courses or 33 credits.
Secondary educators (practicing teachers) can expect to increase your effectiveness in the classroom, increase your earnings, and gain the credentials to explore new career opportunities in CTE leadership or in industry management. This degree program does not lead to licensure. If you are seeking licensure from USU, meet with an advisor to determine the coursework required to earn a second bachelor’s degree and licensure.
Nonformal educators, working with youth and adults in outreach and industry settings, can expect to increase skills in digital engagement, improve research skills, and the ability to develop relevant programming.
This non-thesis degree program requires 33 credits for completion; 18 required credits (six 3 credit courses) and 15 elective credits (five 3 credit courses).
