Masters Degree Program Accreditation What Is Accreditation? When choosing a Master of Education degree program and school, it is important to research if your program is accredited and by whom. Accreditation happens at a regional and national level and is a voluntary set of standards set in place to ensure the quality of schools and their programs. As defined by the U.S. Department of Education, the goal of accreditation is “...to ensure that education provided by institutions of higher education meets acceptable levels of quality.” Types of Accreditation Institutional — Evaluation of an entire institution. Specialized/Pragmatic — Evaluation of individual programs, departments, and/or schools within a postsecondary institution. Why Accreditation Matters When deciding on a degree program, it is important to make sure your program is regionally and/or nationally accredited. The main national accreditation agency is the Council for the Accreditation of E...
Finance your Education Financial aid is a concern for students across the board, regardless of their goals or areas of interest. For many, getting into a college or university of their choice was challenging, but paying for that education is where the real challenge lies. Thankfully, help is available--you just need to know where to look. The government and private institutions offer an abundance of resources to make financing your education easier and more affordable. There are five primary areas of financial aid that can help you achieve your goals of becoming a great teacher: School Aid for Teachers Government Aid for Teachers Scholarships for Teachers Loans for Teachers Non-Profit Organizations School Aid For Teachers The first place you want to look when thinking about how to finance your education is the school you will be attending. Most schools have some amazing resources available to their students, and if you ask in the right places (such as the...