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The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree leads to initial certification. The MAT is standards-based and meets the requirements of the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) and the Georgia Board of 

Regents. Our innovative teacher preparation programs respond to state needs and contribute to the learning and achievement of Georgia’s P-12 school population. The responsibility for teacher education is shared by faculty in the College of the Arts, the Bagwell College of Education, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, the College of Science and Mathematics, the College of Health and Human Services, and the Graduate College, collaborating with master teachers and administrators in local schools.

Course work emphasizes scholarly rigor through research-based practices and engagement in a variety of field-based projects as well as supervised clinical experiences. Technology and multicultural considerations are infused throughout the programs. This master’s degree leads to initial certification. Applicants who hold a Georgia teaching license should apply for an advanced degree.

Currently, there are nine concentrations within the Master of Arts in Teaching degree program, including

Elementary Education (P-5)

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Elementary Education is designed to prepare candidates with the knowledge, skills, and professional dispositions needed to effectively meet the needs of all elementary students in a variety of educational settings across the state of Georgia.  At the completion of this program, candidates will receive a MAT degree in Elementary and Early Childhood Education and will be eligible for initial certification in P-5 Elementary Education. Our MAT in Elementary Education is offered fully online with in-person school field placements and is designed to be completed within four semesters, with program enrollment in Summer.  The program consists of 39 total credit hours, including school placements in P-2 and 3-5 grade bands.   This cross-disciplinary program places special emphasis on content studies in mathematics and reading to support the development of reading and mathematical skills of young learners.

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Secondary English (6-12)

The Master of Arts in Teaching in Secondary English concentration leads to teaching certification in English Language Arts grades 6-12. The program is currently 15-18 months in length and enrolls in both spring and summer semesters.

The program comprises 36 total credit hours, including 27 hours of teaching field coursework and a yearlong student teaching experience.

Applicants with a bachelor's degree in a field other than English may need to complete prerequisite coursework to be eligible for admission to the Secondary English concentration. Prerequisite categories and potential courses are detailed in the prerequisite approval form; please contact the program adviser for more information and guidance.

Secondary Mathematics (6-12)

The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Secondary Mathematics program at Kennesaw State University prepares aspiring educators to teach mathematics at the secondary level. This 36-hour program blends professional education, teaching methodology, and advanced mathematics coursework to equip candidates with the skills needed for effective instruction.

With yearlong clinical experiences and a strong emphasis on pedagogical content knowledge, graduates are prepared to make a meaningful impact in diverse classroom settings.

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MAT in Secondary Science  - Physics (6-12), Chemistry (6-12), Biology (6-12)

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree leads to initial certification of well-qualified candidates. Course work emphasizes scholarly rigor through research-based practices and engagement in a variety of field-based projects as well as supervised clinical experiences. 

The program emphasizes development of candidate understanding of adolescent development, educational psychology, curriculum, assessment, and teaching strategies particular to the teaching of secondary mathematics or secondary science. Through yearlong clinical experiences, candidates apply all they have learned so that they can impact the learning of all of their students.

Mathematics candidates take the 6 credit-hours of advanced perspectives on the school mathematics content.

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MAT in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

Advocating for English Learners around the world, the MAT in TESOL concentration focuses on teaching English to diverse P-12 students learning English as an additional language. Through 39 credits of coursework, you will acquire essential skills and practices for curriculum development, collaboration projects, teaching reading and writing in various content areas, and more. All TESOL courses are available online so you can easily work around your schedule. Discover specific course offerings, program admission requirements and important deadlines for declaring your concentration. 

MAT in Special Education

A MAT in Special Education concentration will allow you to obtain your initial P-12 Certification in Special Education General Curriculum. You will work through courses that prepare you to teach diverse learners, students with disabilities and various behavioral differences. Coursework can be completed in four (4) semesters with 42 credit hours of coursework focused on certification in Special Education and Reading Endorsement. This concentration allows for optimal flexibility, offered exclusively online with no on-campus courses required. Check out the program breakdown by semester, admission requirements, and important deadlines to declare your concentration. 

Pedagogy-Only (P-12)

Â鶹´«Ã½y is designed to prepare aspiring educators for initial teacher certification across a range of subject areas. This fully online program includes 30 credit hours of coursework focused on building the essential pedagogical skills needed to become an effective and impactful teacher.

Take the next step in your teaching career with the MAT in Pedagogy-Only and make a difference in the lives of students in Georgia.

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