Education & Counseling Degrees

Some degree programs are eligible for funding through the Arizona Teachers Academy (ATA).

Through the ATA at NAU, you can:

  • Earn a degree in education and prepare for teacher certification
  • Receive an ATA scholarship to cover any remaining tuition and mandatory student fee balances in your account after all other financial aid has been applied
  • Kickstart your teaching career by receiving hands-on guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities
  • Empower yourself to make a positive difference for Arizona students

Applied Science – Early Childhood, Bachelor of Applied Science

Continue your academic journey and expand your professional horizons through this Early Childhood Bachelor of Applied Science—preparing you for professional […]

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Career And Technical Education, MASTER OF EDUCATION

With this flexible master’s degree, you can consult with an advisor to design a personalized program of study that meets […]

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Clinical Mental Health Counseling, MASTER OF ARTS

Exercise your passion for improving lives and effecting positive change with NAU’s Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. You’ll […]

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Clinical Psychology, Doctor of Psychology

Fulfill your passion to help others with NAU’s Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) program. Apply psychological principles within […]

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Combined Counseling/School Psychology, DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

Our PhD program prepares you to function as a well-rounded generalist with a strong foundation in both counseling psychology and […]

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Counseling – School Counseling, MASTER OF EDUCATION

You’ll foster lifelong positive change for diverse students with NAU’s Master of Education in Counseling – School Counseling degree. Study […]

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Counseling – Student Affairs, MASTER OF EDUCATION

NAU’s Master of Counseling – Student Affairs program is built on the philosophy that counseling is a foundation for student […]

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Early Childhood Education, MASTER OF EDUCATION

Take your teaching skills to the next level with a Master of Childhood Education from NAU. Our program is designed […]

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Early Childhood Education, BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE

NAU’s Early Childhood BAS program provides you with the education and skills to comply with the No Child Left Behind […]

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Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, Bachelor of Science

Build your career and pursue your passion for teaching. Learn to create healthy, supportive, and rigorous educational environments. This Bachelor […]

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Educational Foundations, MASTER OF EDUCATION

Shape educational policy for a variety of intersecting learning environments, and generate change in the practice of education. Examine educational […]

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Educational Leadership, DOCTOR OF EDUCATION

We designed our EdD program for K-12 and community college-higher education leaders who are motivated to advance education through new […]

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Educational Leadership – Community College/Higher Education, MASTER OF EDUCATION

Discover a new frontier in higher education. Advance higher education through leadership. Take on advanced roles as an educator or administrator […]

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Educational Leadership – Instructional Leadership K–12 School Leadership, MASTER OF EDUCATION

Build a foundation to develop leadership skills. Take on active leadership roles in education. Whether you seek to increase your knowledge […]

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Educational Leadership – Principal K-12, MASTER OF EDUCATION

Fulfill your vision to promote success for all students, and reimagine K-12 education. Whether you seek to increase your knowledge […]

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Educational Technology, MASTER OF EDUCATION

Become an educational technology leader within your school, district, or other professional settings. Through this program, you’ll develop the expertise […]

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Elementary Education, MASTER OF EDUCATION

Develop specialized tools and methods to serve elementary-level students. Advance your skills as an elementary educator. Expand your classroom tool […]

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Elementary Education, Reading Specialist Endorsement, K-8

Transform students into passionate, lifelong readers and promote the power of literacy in your classroom by earning a Reading Specialist […]

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Elementary Education, BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION

Inspire students to learn through questioning. Teachers can change the world. As an elementary educator, you’ll help shape the character—and future—of […]

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Elementary Education – Certification, MASTER OF EDUCATION

Bring meaningful and effective change to young students with a master’s degree in Elementary Education from NAU. The nationally recognized […]

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ESL And Bilingual Education – Bilingual, MASTER OF EDUCATION

This MEd prepares you for a career as an English as a second language (ESL) classroom teacher, ESL resource teacher, […]

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ESL And Bilingual Education – ESL, MASTER OF EDUCATION

This MEd prepares you for a career as an English as a second language (ESL) classroom teacher, ESL resource teacher, […]

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International Education Leadership, Master of Education

A Master of International Education Leadership degree from Northern Arizona University is your ticket to a fulfilling career in education […]

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Psychology, BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Examine why we think, feel, and behave the way we do with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from NAU. […]

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School Psychology, Education Specialist

Shape the lives of your students as the demand for passionate professionals in your field rises—becoming an effective mentor and […]

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Secondary Education – Certification, MASTER OF EDUCATION

*Not Currently Accepting Students This academic plan prepares you to teach grades 7–12. Coursework includes both education and content courses […]

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Secondary Education – Continuing Professional, MASTER OF EDUCATION

This program is designed to enhance your teaching skills through advanced courses in teaching methods, curriculum, and related areas while […]

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Secondary Education – Spanish, Bachelor of Science

Empower your students with Spanish communication skills and cultural literacy. Earn the classroom and language skills to join the ranks […]

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Social Work, BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK

Pursue social and economic justice. Promote human rights. Do you seek a rewarding career working with populations who are disenfranchised, vulnerable, […]

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Social Work, MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK

Become a valuable agent for positive change, providing service to the community around you. Learn to effectively advocate for social, […]

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Special and Elementary Education, BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Guide your students to success in their individual educational journeys, becoming an effective teacher for every child. If you an […]

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Special Education, MASTER OF EDUCATION

NAU’s MEd in Special Education prepares you to teach individuals with disabilities in private settings, through human service agencies, or […]

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Special Education – Early Childhood Special Education With Certification, MASTER OF EDUCATION

If you aspire to teach young children with disabilities, from birth to age eight, this degree plan is for you. […]

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Special Education – Mild/Moderate Disabilities Certified, Master of Education

Provide essential support to students with Exceptional Learning Needs (ELN) with NAU’s Master of Education in Special Education – Mild/Moderate […]

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Teaching English as a Second Language, Master of Arts

Are you passionate about linguistics and language learning? Expand your skills and master your craft as an educator to reinforce […]

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