The Department of Curriculum, Instruction, and Leadership is a community of educators and researchers focused on improving educational experiences. We provide various career options for those interested in teaching, with certification pathways for elementary (PK-3 and 1-5), secondary (6-12), and special education.
We take pride in knowing our students and offering quality counseling to all teacher education candidates. Our department offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs that include nationally recognized faculty members known for their expertise in teaching and learning.
All our teacher education programs have been approved by the Louisiana Department of Education, Louisiana Board of Regents, and NCATE.
Join us in our commitment to improving education for a better future!
Academic Degrees
- Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Master of Education - Educational Leadership - Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education: Visually Impaired
- Master of Arts in Teaching - Counseling & Guidance
- Master of Arts in Teaching - Early Childhood Education (PK-3)
- Master of Arts in Teaching - Elementary Education (1-5)
- Master of Arts in Teaching - Middle School Education (4-8)
- Master of Arts in Teaching - Secondary Education (6-12)
- Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
- Post- Baccalaureate - Teaching in STEM Disciplines (Grades 6-12)
- Teacher Leader Education
- Higher Education Administration
- Special Education Mild/Moderate for Elementary Education (1-5)
- Visual Impairments - Blind Education
- Orientation & Mobility
- Rehabilitation Teaching for the Blind
- Reading Specialist
- Cyber Education
- Computer Science Education