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Kaplan University- Online
Kaplan University has been ahead of the curve responding to employment demands, employer needs, teaching methods, and the use of various educational resources since it was founded in 
1937. Kaplan University is an institution of higher learning dedicated to providing innovative undergraduate, graduate, and continuing professional education. Our programs foster student learning with opportunities to launch, enhance, or change careers in today’s diverse global society.
As a Kaplan University student, you will have access to a full complement of library services available through the University of Alabama in Huntsville M. Louis Salmon Library. Salmon Library is a fully appointed university library that offers remote users access to books, periodicals, microform collections, online databases, specialized reference tools, and an extensive library of U.S. government publications.
Higher Education Degree Programs
The Master of Science in Higher Education program stresses the practical knowledge, critical thinking, research, and writing skills needed by leaders in today’s colleges and universities. Whether your interests are in administration, teaching, student development, or other areas within higher education, you will have the opportunity to work closely with your instructors and other students who share your interests.
MS in Higher Education-College Administration and Leadership
Study to gain expertise in the principles of effective leadership needed to run academic programs and departments in a variety of postsecondary settings. Develop skills in assessing and evaluating academic programs, including accreditation standards and processes in both on-ground and online institutions. Prepare to enter the high-demand field of higher education administration, or to advance your career and take on new leadership roles.MS in Higher Education-College Teaching and Learning
Explore foundations of adult learning and the use of technology in higher education settings. Analyze strategies for quality online education as you explore the theory and processes of designing, delivering, and assessing online learning. This specialization could prepare you to become an effective postsecondary instructor.MS in Higher Education-Online College Teaching
The online college teaching specialization is designed to prepare students to teach in the rapidly growing world of online education. The Master of Science in Higher Education with the Online College Teaching specialization will teach students the special knowledge, skills, and approaches needed for success in online learning environments. Graduates of this program may have a competitive advantage to pursue online teaching positions, and ultimately may be more successful as facilitators of online learning.MS in Higher Education-Student Affairs
Learn how to create a comprehensive student services program. Focus on developing expertise in the administration of student services in both on-ground and online institutions. This specialization meets the standards of the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) for graduate programs in student affairs and the standards of the Professional Preparation Commission of the American College Personnel Association (ACPA).
Teacher Education
ASIS/Early Childhood Development
Study to acquire the basic knowledge and skills required to work exclusively with infants, toddlers, preschool, and kindergarten-aged children. Focus on infant and toddler development, nutrition, health, and caring for children with special needs. Coursework emphasizes childhood education, creative activities, and curriculum planning.ASIS/Educational Paraprofessional (Teacher's Aide)
Qualified teacher aides are needed to work at the preschool, elementary, and high school levels and in specialized areas such as bilingual, ESL, and special education. Associate of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies in Educational Paraprofessional is designed to help prepare you for the rigorous qualifications required for these positions. After completion of the program, you may be qualified to pursue teaching certification.MA in Teaching (for Aspiring Teachers Grades 5-12)
The Master of Arts in Teaching is an online graduate degree program geared toward career changers and uncertified teachers who hold a bachelor’s degree in a subject other than education and want to teach in a secondary classroom (grades 5–12) and pursue an alternative route to certification. Others targeted for the program include those who teach at private schools, those who home school their children, retired individuals, substitute teachers, and teacher assistants/paraprofessionals. The program is designed to help you attain the full range of skills needed to teach diverse student populations.MS in Education (For Practicing Teacher K-12)
The Master of Science in Education degree is an online program for experienced practicing and nonpracticing K–12 teachers who can practice what they are taught with a consistent group of learners.