Teaching (MAT) with an Emphasis in Secondary School Education
Webster's Master of Arts in Teaching with an Emphasis in Secondary School Education equips you to ignite curiosity, inspire growth, and encourage students to reach their full potential. In just two years, you'll become a master of dynamic, tech-infused curriculum design in one of nine content areas that empowers students to not only thrive in school, but navigate the world with confidence.
In addition to hands-on experiences that put theory into practice and build your teaching skills, the Master of Arts in Teaching with an Emphasis in Secondary School Education provides the foundation for teacher preparation leading to Missouri initial teacher certification in one of the following areas:
This program is designed for:
Our comprehensive curriculum empowers you to design creative learning environments that spark curiosity and fuel academic success. Become a teacher who is confident in your educational theory knowledge, capable of tailoring instruction to every student's unique needs. You will graduate able to:
You’ll complete 38 credit hours to earn your Master of Arts in Teaching with an Emphasis in Secondary School Education. If you plan to pursue initial teaching certification in Missouri, additional coursework is required.
The following 24 hours of courses and 14 hours of field experiences are required to earn the MAT with an Emphasis in Secondary School Education:
*Required for those seeking Art K–12 and World Language K–12 only
The following courses are required to complete the requirements for Missouri initial teacher certification in Secondary School Education.
Students choose one of the following content areas in which to seek Missouri initial teacher certification.
A minimum of 12 semester hours from at least three areas of Mathematics such as the following:
30 semester hours in the world language to be taught, or 27 semester hours plus two or more earned units of high school credit in that language.
Your Webster Master of Arts in Teaching with an Emphasis in Secondary School Education opens doors to diverse opportunities! Thrive in public or private high school classrooms, explore specialized programs, or make a difference in community support organizations.
With 67,000+ secondary teaching job openings each year and a median annual salary of $62,360, Webster's MAT equips you for a rewarding future where every day makes a difference.
Webster is committed to your success, and you'll never be alone as you pursue your Master of Arts in Teaching with an Emphasis in Secondary School Education.
Earn your CAEP- and DESE-accredited Master of Arts in Teaching with an Emphasis in Secondary School Education from Webster University, an independent, nonprofit university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Webster University is also approved by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (MDESE) to offer coursework and programs that lead to Missouri state educator certification in more than 20 areas.
Combine theory and practice as you work alongside faculty members with professional experience in the classroom. They serve as mentors who are willing and eager to support your career goals.