Master of Arts in Teaching – P-12 Education Concentration Online
Expand your leadership and instructional expertise while developing the knowledge to qualify for specialized roles teaching health and physical education or foreign languages such as Spanish, German, and French.
Program Overview
Teach in specialized content areas with the online MAT education P-12 program
Gain valuable practical experience with instruction in health or foreign languages with the online Master of Arts in Teaching – P-12 Education Concentration program. Designed to help you diversify your skillset as an educator, this CAEP-accredited program advances your current understanding of classroom management and curriculum planning while empowering you to explore new content areas.
Benefit from exceptional faculty support and a collaborative learning environment as you continue your professional journey. The accelerated M.A.T – P-12 Education program offers two dynamic concentrations that equip you with the knowledge to help students develop life-building skills in health or languages. Choose the pathway that aligns with your interests and prepare for leading roles in education.
In this online teaching master’s program, you will:
- Design, plan, and deliver instruction that is relevant to students, addresses learning objectives, and facilitates multiple levels of learning
- Examine the profession of teaching and schooling as it currently functions in the U.S.
- Apply a variety of classroom management theories and techniques that support individual and collaborative learning while encouraging positive social interaction, active engagement, and self-motivation
- Utilize technology effectively in diverse learning environments
- Design, plan, and deliver instruction that is relevant to students, addresses learning objectives, and facilitates multiple levels of learning
- Examine the profession of teaching and schooling as it currently functions in the U.S.
- Apply a variety of classroom management theories and techniques that support individual and collaborative learning while encouraging positive social interaction, active engagement, and self-motivation
- Utilize technology effectively in diverse learning environments
You will be prepared to serve in educational roles, such as:
- PE Teacher
- Health Teacher
- Spanish Teacher
- German Teacher
- French Teacher
- PE Teacher
- Health Teacher
- Spanish Teacher
- German Teacher
- French Teacher
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M.A.T. – P-12 Education with a Concentration in Physical Education and Health
Foster dynamic learning environments that promote physical fitness, healthy body development, and positive social interactions. Prepare for rewarding roles coaching athletics, leading outdoor education, and teaching health by mastering instructional strategies and increasing your knowledge of national and state standards.
Foster dynamic learning environments that promote physical fitness, healthy body development, and positive social interactions. Prepare for rewarding roles coaching athletics, leading outdoor education, and teaching health by mastering instructional strategies and increasing your knowledge of national and state standards.
M.A.T. – P-12 Education with a Concentration in Languages (Spanish, German, French)
Leverage your passion for languages and broaden the perspectives of elementary, middle, and secondary students. Explore methods for teaching world languages—specifically Spanish, German, and French—while increasing your understanding of theoretical considerations. Curriculum prepares you to lead language instruction or sponsor student organizations related to foreign languages.
Leverage your passion for languages and broaden the perspectives of elementary, middle, and secondary students. Explore methods for teaching world languages—specifically Spanish, German, and French—while increasing your understanding of theoretical considerations. Curriculum prepares you to lead language instruction or sponsor student organizations related to foreign languages.
Accreditation
The Northern Kentucky University College of Education is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
Tuition
Our pay-by-the-course tuition won’t stress your budget
This affordable Master of Arts in Teaching online program features the same pay-by-the-course tuition for all students, no matter where you live.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Required Fees | Total Program with Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.A.T. – P-12 Education | $412 | $480 | $15,724 |
Tuition and fees subject to change at any time.
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Calendar
Create an academic schedule that best fits your life
The M.A.T. – P-12 Education online program offers an accelerated course schedule with multiple start dates so you can balance your studies with work and life. View the calendar to find the best start date for you.
| Session | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2 | 3/17/25 | 3/5/25 | 3/10/25 | 3/14/25 | 3/17/25 |
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Admissions
Review the admission requirements for the online MAT education P-12 program
The admission process is the first step to earning your Master of Arts in Teaching from NKU online.
Admission Requirements:
- Official transcripts of all coursework from accredited institutions
- Current resume that includes work experience and prior education
- 2.75 GPA minimum or GPA of at least 3.0 in last 30 hours of coursework
M.A.T. – P-12 Education Online Admission Requirements
Students interested in applying to the M.A.T. program are strongly recommended to schedule a pre-advising appointment with the program director to ensure prerequisite courses for content-area certification have been taken prior to admission.
- Complete online application for admission
- Pay $40 non-refundable application fee
- If you are an NKU alumni or active/veteran military member, your application fee will be waived
- Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) coursework from accredited institution(s), with a minimum 2.75 GPA or a GPA of at least 3.0 in the last 30 semester hours of coursework
- Submit official notification of appropriate Praxis 2 content exam(s) in the area in which you are seeking certification with the minimum score required by the state of Kentucky
- Current resume that includes work experience and prior education; include experience working with children outside of a family setting, whether through work or volunteerism, if applicable
- A Statement of Professional Purpose which states your reasons for pursuing teacher certification at this point in your life, as well as in the chosen content area
- Submit a criminal and federal background check
Official documents may be mailed or emailed to:
NKU Office of Graduate Education
302 Lucas Administrative Center
Highland Heights, KY 41099
Have a question? Call us at 800-985-7215.
Courses
Explore the career-focused curriculum for the online MAT education P-12 program
For the M.A.T. – P-12 Education online program, students must complete 11 courses for a total of 37 credit hours.
