The School of Education offers program emphases in urban, international, and emerging education through four distinct undergraduate departments and eleven graduate programs. All programs are approved by the Wisconsin Department of Instruction. Documentation of program approval in the Wisconsin Educator Preparation Program Report can be found on the DPI website annual report page.
Bachelor's
Bachelor of Arts in Art Education
An Art Education Bachelor's allows you to help others express themselves through art by expressing your gifts in the classroom.
Bachelor of Arts in Broadfield Science Education
Set out to be a good teacher. Become a great one with our bachelor's degree in secondary broadfield science education.
Bachelor of Arts in Broadfield Social Studies Education
Set out to be a good teacher. Become a great one with our bachelor's degree in secondary broadfield social studies education.
Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Develop a deep understanding of how children learn and grow in mind, body, and spirit through our bachelor’s degree in early childhood education program.
Bachelor of Arts in Education - Elementary/Middle School (Middle Childhood through Early Adolescence)
Whether you wish to teach in a public school or in a religious school setting, our bachelor’s degree in elementary/middle school education program is an ideal fit for you.
Bachelor of Arts in K-12 Business Education
Set out to be a good teacher. Become a great one with our Bachelor's in K-12 Business Education.
Bachelor of Arts in K-12 Music Education
Set out to be a good teacher. Become a great one with our bachelor's degree in K-12 instrumental music education.
Bachelor of Arts in K-12 Physical Education
Set out to be a good teacher. Become a great one with our bachelor's degree in K-12 physical education.
Bachelor of Arts in K-12 Spanish Education
Set out to be a good teacher. Become a great one with our bachelor's degree in K-12 Spanish education.
Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education English and Language Arts
Set out to be a good teacher. Become a great one with our bachelor's degree in secondary English education.
Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Mathematics Education
Set out to be a good teacher. Become a great one with our bachelor's degree in secondary mathematics education.
Bachelor of Arts in Special Education
A bachelor’s degree in special education gives you everything you need to embark on your career in this special field as a special educator.
Doctoral
Doctorate of Education in Leadership in Innovation and Continuous Improvement (LICI)
The Doctorate of Education in LICI is a cross-disciplinary doctoral program that will create and develop innovators to make a significant impact in different vocations.
Graduate Certificate
Graduate Certificate in Adult and Community Education
Help people from every age and circumstance continuously learn with our adult and community education graduate education certificate.
Graduate Certificate in Christian Counseling
Integrate faith and mental health services with our Christian counseling certificate.
Graduate Certificate in Digital Age Teaching and Learning
Open up a whole new world of learning for your students with the digital age teaching and learning graduate certificate.
Licensure
Alternative Education DPI Licensure (WI DPI #1952)
Help every student get the most out of their education with an Alternative Education License.
Master of Science in Education - Educational Administration - Principal or Director of Instruction Licensure (DPI #5051 and DPI #5010)
The Educational Administration program at Concordia prepares you to step up and lead as an administrator
Master of Science in Education - Literacy - Reading Teacher or Reading Specialist Licensures (DPI #1316 & DPI #5017)
Our Master of Education - Literacy is a comprehensive, research-based program designed for emerging literacy leaders.
Master of Science in Education - School and Professional Counseling - School Counseling Licensure (DPI #7054) or SAC Professional Counseling License
Help others on their healing journey towards mental health with a master’s in counseling.
Master of Science in Education - Special Education - Cross Categorical or Early Childhood Licensures (DPI #1801 & DPI #1809)
Help students of all backgrounds and abilities thrive with our Master’s in Education – Special Education
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning
Sharpen your craft and deepen your love of education with a Master of Science in Education – Teaching and Learning
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - Early Childhood Initial Licensure
This program prepares students to earn initial licensure for early childhood education through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - Elementary Education Initial Licensure
Prepare for initial licensure for elementary education through the Wisconsin DPI with our Teacher Certification – Elementary.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - ESL Licensure (DPI #1395)
English is a difficult language to learn. It’s also difficult to teach. Sharpen your skills for a 21st century classroom. This program allows you to earn your add-on licensure (ESL #1395) through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - ESL/Bilingual (DPI #1395 and #1023)
Help learners from a diverse array of backgrounds with the Teaching and Learning – ESL and Bilingual Licensure.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - Gifted and Talented Licensure (DPI #1013 and #5013)
Earn add on licensure for Gifted and Talented Teacher and Coordinator from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - Secondary Education Initial Licensure
This Secondary Education Teacher certificate, as part of the Teaching and Learning graduate program, prepares you to earn initial licensure for secondary education from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - Special Education Initial Licensure
This program prepares students to earn initial licensure for Cross-Categorical Special Education through the State of Wisconsin.
School District Administrator or Superintendent Licensure (DPI #5003)
Confidently lead your school district to excellence with our Superintendent Licensure Program.
Master's
Master of Arts in Child Life
A program designed to deepen understanding of child development and of the processes of supporting children and families during a medical intervention, crises or hospitalization.
Master of Science in Education - Early Childhood Education
A master’s degree in education - early childhood education from Concordia
Master of Science in Education - Educational Administration - Principal or Director of Instruction Licensure (DPI #5051 and DPI #5010)
The Educational Administration program at Concordia prepares you to step up and lead as an administrator
Master of Science in Education - Educational Design and Technology
Our Master’s degree in Educational Design and Technology is a one of a kind, project-based, digital badge awarding, program for innovative thinkers
Master of Science in Education - Literacy - Reading Teacher or Reading Specialist Licensures (DPI #1316 & DPI #5017)
Our Master of Education - Literacy is a comprehensive, research-based program designed for emerging literacy leaders.
Master of Science in Education - School and Professional Counseling - School Counseling Licensure (DPI #7054) or SAC Professional Counseling License
Help others on their healing journey towards mental health with a master’s in counseling.
Master of Science in Education - Special Education - Cross Categorical or Early Childhood Licensures (DPI #1801 & DPI #1809)
Help students of all backgrounds and abilities thrive with our Master’s in Education – Special Education
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning
Sharpen your craft and deepen your love of education with a Master of Science in Education – Teaching and Learning
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - Early Childhood Initial Licensure
This program prepares students to earn initial licensure for early childhood education through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - Elementary Education Initial Licensure
Prepare for initial licensure for elementary education through the Wisconsin DPI with our Teacher Certification – Elementary.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - ESL Licensure (DPI #1395)
English is a difficult language to learn. It’s also difficult to teach. Sharpen your skills for a 21st century classroom. This program allows you to earn your add-on licensure (ESL #1395) through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - ESL/Bilingual (DPI #1395 and #1023)
Help learners from a diverse array of backgrounds with the Teaching and Learning – ESL and Bilingual Licensure.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - Gifted and Talented Licensure (DPI #1013 and #5013)
Earn add on licensure for Gifted and Talented Teacher and Coordinator from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - Secondary Education Initial Licensure
This Secondary Education Teacher certificate, as part of the Teaching and Learning graduate program, prepares you to earn initial licensure for secondary education from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Master of Science in Education - Teaching and Learning - Special Education Initial Licensure
This program prepares students to earn initial licensure for Cross-Categorical Special Education through the State of Wisconsin.
Master of Science in Family Life
Strengthen families through education and inspiration with our Master of Science in Family Life.
Master of Science in Student Personnel Administration in Higher Education
Learn how to make the higher education and student affairs experience world-class with a master’s degree in student personnel administration in higher education.
Minor
Minor in English as a Second Language
With a minor in English as a Second Language, you can help students who are English language learners (ELLs) get a good education—setting them up for a future of success.
Minor in Environmental Science Education
God has given us an amazing planet. With a minor in Environmental Science Education at Concordia, you can learn all about this incredible gift and how you can help maintain it.
Minor in Mathematics Education
With a Math Education Minor, you will learn to break down mathematical reasoning for others in a logical and enjoyable way.
Minor in Science Education
Grounded in the physical and life sciences, you will have many diverse options as electives to explore science holistically.
Minor in Secondary & K-12 Adaptive Education
Set out to be a good teacher. Become a great one with our minor in secondary and K-12 adaptive education.
Minor in Secondary and K-12 Spanish Education
Set out to be a good teacher. Become a great one with our minor in secondary & K-12 Spanish education.
Minor in Secondary Mathematics Education
With a Math Education Minor, you will learn to break down mathematical reasoning for others in a logical and enjoyable way.
Minor in Social Studies Education
The Social Studies Education Minor covers a broad range of topics so you can encourage student interest and deep understanding of human nature, faith and society. Teaser: Understand God’s will in individuals and society.
Minor in Speech Communication
A Speech Communication Minor will empower you to reach your audience with confidence whether in the classroom, at a conference or within the community.
Minor in Urban Education
The Urban Education Minor allows you to complement your major in order to further your positive impact in urban schools and help awaken the potential of children.
Non-Degree
Alternative Education DPI Licensure (WI DPI #1952)
Help every student get the most out of their education with an Alternative Education License.
Continuing Education for Teachers
Affordable professional development options for educators backed by Concordia's robust graduate programs.
Lutheran Teacher Diploma
Through the Lutheran Teacher Diploma, you’ll be prepared to teach in a Lutheran school and be eligible to receive a call from The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.
School District Administrator or Superintendent Licensure (DPI #5003)
Confidently lead your school district to excellence with our Superintendent Licensure Program.
Pre-Professional
Graduate Certificate in Digital Age Teaching and Learning
Open up a whole new world of learning for your students with the digital age teaching and learning graduate certificate.