College of Education

The Augusta University College of Education is committed to being a relevant, responsive, and respected institution with a keen focus toward high impact work in the community. Our faculty, students, and alumni are committed to improving lives and expanding opportunities through the comprehensive study and effective practice of education.

Through bachelor's degree, master’s degree, doctoral degree, and professional development programs, we cultivate innovative educational leaders, advance health practices through research in kinesiology, explore the most important questions in public education, and share exciting ideas and best practices across the world.

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All of our efforts are aimed at meeting one of the most important needs of our time—creating a more just and prosperous society through research-based education policy and practice. Our faculty, students, and alumni produce groundbreaking research in fields as diverse as health promotions and kinesiology, the moral development of children, international education policy, innovative organizational leadership, neuroscience and cognitive development, and the role of the arts in schools.

Professional Certification Disclosure

The College of Education anticipates that graduates will seek state licenses or certifications.

The programs in the College of Education lead to a Georgia Initial Certificate or a Georgia Certificate Upgrade. Visit the Georgia Professional Standards Commission for more information. The College of Education has not determined where its programs will qualify a graduate to take the required exams in other states or territories. Check the requirements of your state or territory using the link provided.