Become a leader in the field of career and workforce education.
With a master’s in career and workforce education, you’ll guide and inspire students, instructors and administrators to learn at deeper levels. This UCF Online program will equip you to work within a variety of settings, such as secondary and post-secondary schools, corporations, military and professional organizations and more.
Upon completing this program, you’ll unleash your full potential as a highly effective Career and Workforce Education teacher, trainer or administrator who creates a positive, lasting impact on the lives and careers of your students. You’ll leverage research-based teaching techniques, scholarly learning, field experience, and leadership development to improve the overall quality of instruction at the career and workforce level.
Your career and workforce education degree can be completed in as little as two years. Throughout the program, you’ll have the tools, resources and support you need to thrive, including a dedicated Success Coach. Get started today and inspire students to excel in career and workforce fields.
You’ll need to complete 39 credit hours of study beyond the bachelor’s degree.
Number of Core Classes
In order to earn your MA in Career and Workforce Education you’ll need to complete 18 credit hours of core courses. In addition to your core courses, you’ll need to take 18 credit hours of specialization electives.
Research or Internship options
This program requires 3 credit hours of an internship or research report.
Learn about experiential learning methods along with competencies to start, manage and coordinate programs within career and workforce education.
Skills You’ll Gain
Become a subject matter expert in career and workforce education and in a discipline-specific field
Gain skills to teach in secondary and post-secondary schools, vocational rehabilitation centers, corporations, military and professional associations and organizations
Prepares you to take on leadership positions in career and workforce education programs in various disciplines
Explore the full course list within the program brochure.
This program will help you develop the knowledge and skills needed to excel in your field. The skills gained from this program, combined with your professional experience, will enable you to grow within your field. The online MA in Career and Workforce Education program is designed to help you develop the knowledge and skills needed to excel in these expansive fields.
43,101
Career and Workforce Education Job Openings in 2020
5.3%
Job Growth in the Career and Workforce Education field between 2020 and 2030
$62.4K/yr
Median Salary for the Career and Workforce Education field nationwide
Source: Emsi Burning Glass – economicmodeling.com
Job Titles
Corporate Training Manager
CTE Curriculum Specialist
CTE Program Chair/Dean
CTE Program Manager
CTE Teacher
Director of CTE
Why UCF Online?
With over 25 years of experience in online teaching and learning, UCF Online offers students an innovative approach to education. Our degrees are accessible, convenient and designed with working professionals in mind so you can receive a quality education on your terms.
Online Support for Success
You’ve made the decision to continue your education and we’re here to help. From the moment you express interest in a UCF Online program, you’re assigned an enrollment coach to help you navigate everything from completing an application to understanding tuition and the financial aid resources available to you. Once you’re admitted, you’ll be transitioned to a personal success coach who will support you with maintaining school-life balance from the first day of classes through graduation. You’ve committed to furthering your education and we’re committed to guiding you along the way. Connect with a coach now.