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At Duquesne University's School of Education, we prepare you to become best-in-class educators, school psychologists, administrators, counselors, professors and so much more. Our nationally accredited undergraduate, master's, doctoral degrees and licensure/certification programs empower you to make a difference in the Pittsburgh region and throughout the world.
You will earn a quality education built on Duquesne's solid reputation as a top-tier university and learn from faculty who are a diverse group of teacher-scholars whose research has gained national and international recognition, earning them numerous grants and awards.
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Become the educator, school psychologist, counselor, administrator, professor, or higher education professional you are meant to be. Learn how to take the first steps in the admissions process to pursue your dreams.
Undergraduate Programs
At Duquesne, become the teacher you were meant to be.
Master's & Doctoral Programs
Advance your career in the field and join an extensive network of scholars and professionals in the Pittsburgh region and beyond.
Certification Programs
Choose from 10 certification and licensure programs we offer to help you enhance and diversify your current skill set.
Attend our School of Education Representative Meeting to learn about our teaching
degree program and explore our Curriculum Center. You can also observe our collaborative
learning environment first-hand by visiting our “Fundamentals of Classroom Assessment”
course taught by Dr. Amy Olson. “When I talk to a student who struggles in the classroom, I tell them that they are
capable of anything. Every single person learns differently, and that’s okay." "I selected Duquesne because I felt at home there. The people I’ve met so far are
so kind and truly want you to succeed. Duquesne’s Education program and the Curriculum
Center really stood out to me! I want to become a teacher because I’ve always had
a passion for the classroom and believe children deserve a great education." "Duquesne's School of Education has effectively allowed me to make meaningful relationships
with my students and impact them in positive ways. Without the School of Education,
I would have never met some of the amazing students I have." "I am extremely proud to be a two-time Duquesne University School of Education graduate.
The experience I had as a student not only prepared me for a successful career, but
instilled deeply rooted values that have enhanced my...leadership over the past 25
years." "Duquesne University's School of Education played a pivotal role in helping me achieve
my goals as a doctor in instructional technology and leadership, providing me with
a comprehensive and rigorous curriculum, hands-on experience and a supportive community
of educators that equipped me with the knowledge, skills and values to excel in my
field." We are committed to providing students with a high-quality education at an affordable
price. A Duquesne University education is an investment in your future. This investment
will prepare you to reach the height of your career and provide a meaningful return
on your investment.
Earn Dual Certification in General and Special Education to meet the diverse educational
needs of students in the prek-4, middle level or secondary education classroom.
We are the only school in Pittsburgh to have a partnership with Indiana University’s
Global Gateway for Teachers Program, in which we offer various student teaching abroad
and other cultural immersion opportunities.
Transform the learning and developmental experiences of K-12 learners inside or outside
of the classroom through the resources in our Curriculum Center – a collection of
PreK-12 educational resources designed to support schools and programs on campus working
with children.
Take the next steps to become the teacher you were meant to be! Visit us on campus,
complete your financial aid forms and enroll today! Our undergraduate teacher education programs and graduate programs provide a mission-oriented,
student-centered culture that will position you to lead inside and outside of the
classroom. These programs prepare you to become an educator in K-12 schools, nontraditional
schools or other educational settings as a classroom teacher, a special education
teacher, an education specialist or a faculty member. At the Duquesne University School of Education, our leadership programs are rooted
in the ideals of ethics, compassion and social justice. Our alumni hold leadership
roles at area school districts, local community organizations and also serve on various
associations and councils; and are employed as K-12 school principals, school or district
supervisors, educational administrators, faculty or instructional designers. Our mission is rooted in helping others and serving our communities. Meeting others'
needs and remaining committed to improving the overall quality of life of service
populations is part of our rich history. Through our human services programs, you
will be prepared to meet individuals where they are in their circumstances and help
them to develop, thrive and contribute to society. You will receive intense training
in counseling, teaching, supervision, research and advocacy. Our alumni are employed
as school psychologists, school counselors, marriage and family therapists, addiction
counselors and faculty.
My work builds fundamental foundations for mutual understanding between people,
especially those from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
There are three academic departments within our School of Education and each of our
programs, both at the undergraduate and graduate level, are housed under one of these
unique departments. Our Department of Counselor Education & School Psychology (DCESP) prepares ethical
leaders, distinguished by their academic and professional expertise, who respect the
uniqueness and promote the well-being of individuals, families, and communities through
teaching, scholarship, and service. We house master's programs, doctoral programs, and other certification/licensure programs
including: Master's Programs Doctoral Programs Other Certification/Licensure Our Department of Educational Foundations & Leadership (DEFL) prides itself on living
the Duquesne University Mission of "serving God by serving students." We offer a range
of classes at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The programs housed in this department include: Degree Programs Other Certification/Licensure When you join a program in our Department of Instruction and Leadership in Education
(DILE), your degree or credential(s) can take you anywhere. Collectively, our faculty
has extensive experience in local schools as well as national and international prominence
in the areas of research and teaching. Teaching Certification Master's Degree Other CertificationVisit our School of Education
Hear from Our Students & Alumni
MAGGIE BURKE | B.S.Ed. Early Childhood Education '23 | M.S.Ed. Reading & Literacy
Education '25
ITALIA CICIONE '27 | Early Childhood Education major from Elk County Catholic High
School
EZEKIEL DAURE | B.S.Ed. Secondary Education '23
DR. KARA ECKERT E'12 | Director of Instruction & Learning, Elementary at Baldwin-Whitehall
School District
Dr. Odeese M. Ghassa-Khalil, E'23 | Founder & Owner of Cross-Cultural, Career and
Language Training
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Dual Certification
Student Teach Abroad
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Become the Teacher You Were Meant to Be
Impact the Field with a Leadership Degree
Make a Difference in Human Services with a Degree in Counseling or Psychology
Faculty Focus
Academic Departments
Our courses are integral not only to pedagogy of assessment, evaluation, statistical
methods, research design, principles of behavior, and educational leadership but also
to disciplines across K-12 general and special education classrooms, ABA-based agencies,
and higher education institutions.
In addition, our department houses a number of degree programs both at the master's
and doctoral levels which train exemplary scholars and practitioners dedicated to
fulfilling the School of Education's proud tradition of preparing social justice oriented
educational leaders who value inclusive excellence and equity in education and by
conducting scholarship for schools.
Our Department of Instruction and Leadership in education houses teaching certification
programs, graduate degrees, and other certification programs. These programs include:
Education Faculty
Tara Abbott
Program Director | Clinical Assistant Professor, School of Education
Rachel Ayieko
Interim Director for Teacher Certification Programs | Program Director | Associate Professor in Mathematics Education
Nandini Bhowmick
Clinical Assistant Professor, School of Education
Melissa Boston
Professor
Xia Chao
Associate Professor, School of Education
Laura Metz Crothers, D.Ed., NCSP
Program Director of School and Child Psychology | Professor of School Psychology
David Delmonico
Professor, School of Education
Gretchen Generett
Dean | Noble J. Dick Endowed Chair in Community Outreach | Professor, School of Education
Sergio Gonzalez
Assistant Professor of Higher Education
Bridget Green
Program Director | Assistant Professor, School of Education
Valerie Gresser
Clinical Assistant Professor, School of Education
Misook Heo
Professor, School of Education
Ann Huang
Associate Professor
Tammy Hughes
Professor, School of Education
Matthew Joseph
Program Director | Associate Professor, School of Education
Gibbs Kanyongo
Department Chair | Professor of Educational Statistics, School of Education
Jered Kolbert
Professor
Joseph Kush
Program Director | Professor, School of Education
Karen Levitt
Associate Dean for Teacher Education | Associate Professor, School of Education
Kathryn Linich
Associate Program Director | Clinical Assistant Professor, School of Education
Yihhsing Liu
Clinical Associate Professor
Reva Mathieu-Sher
Assistant Professor, School of Education
Elizabeth McCallum
Department Chair | Associate Professor, School of Education
Rick McCown
Pierre Schouver Endowed Chair - School of Education | Professor
Kara McGoey
Professor, School of Education
Christopher Meidl
Associate Professor
Carla Meyer
Program Director | Reading Clinic Director | Associate Professor
Cliff Oliech
Clinical Assistant Professor, School of Education
Amy Olson
Director of Graduate Studies | Associate Professor, School of Education
Jason Ritter
Department Chair | Professor, School of Education
Ara Schmitt
Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Advancement | Professor
Fran Serenka
Program Director | Associate Professor, School of Education
Michael Sickels
Clinical Assistant Professor, School of Education
Madeleine Stevens
Clinical Assistant Professor, School of Education
Julia Williams
Clinical Associate Professor, School of Education
Duquesne - Pittsburgh Connection
Duquesne University School of Education students and faculty work with over 75 school districts (suburban, urban, rural, Catholic, private and charter schools) in the Greater Pittsburgh Region through student teaching and other hands-on learning experiences.
Learn more about Student Teaching opportunities at Duquesne.
School of Education's Dr. Christopher Meidl and his students assisted with the reopening of ABK Learning & Development Center. This opportunity aligned with Dr. Meidl's desire to work collaboratively within the Pittsburgh community as part of a socially just and culturally invested approach to the Leading Teacher Program at Duquesne, a main focus of the School of Education's mission. The reopening of the center was celebrated with a visit from Ben Carson, the United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.
Listen to Dr. Meidl's WESA radio interview about how public-private partnerships could address gaps in childcare for struggling families.
Students in the Equity Education Certificate program engage in equity-focused course curriculums and have the opportunity to learn alongside Pittsburgh community members as they complete community-engaged learning hours at various community organizations.
Explore the Equity Education Certificate Program.
Our Reading Clinic serves students and parents in Greater Pittsburgh and beyond through providing individualized, assessment-based reading intervention for children from ages 6-16. Experienced faculty, practicing reading specialists, and graduate students from our Reading Specialist program work to help young readers thrive.
Learn about our Reading Clinic's services.
It's Time for Bigger Goals.
Earn your degree from one of our highly nationally-accredited programs. We are proud of our numerous undergraduate and graduate programs that have earned national accreditation from the following select accrediting bodies.
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American Psychological Association (APA)
Accreditation by the APA tells prospective students, other institutions of higher learning, and the public that our programs have met the standards that verify our ability to prepare graduates to provide outstanding, evidence-based clinical service to ensure the well-being of the public and promote best practices in education. Questions related to accreditation of the program should be directed to the Commission on Accreditation: Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation American Psychological Association; 750 1st Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002; Phone: (202) 336-5979
Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
CACREP accreditation indicates that the program has a rigorous curriculum and provides comprehensive fieldwork supervision. Graduates of CACREP programs have greater portability for licensure and certification.
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
CAEP Accreditation is a select honor to nationally recognize program quality for educator preparation. This represents that our students are well equipped to meet the needs of K-12 students as well as their communities and schools. We are one of five institutions in Pennsylvania to receive this accreditation.
Accreditation Complaints: APA | CAEP
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