Become a reflective and forward-thinking professional with a world-class education from the University of Colorado Denver’s School of Education & Human Development. We empower you to make a difference—both in your own life and the lives of others. Our school is committed to developing educators and counselors who have a deep sense of critical inquiry, a great desire to live their lives purposefully, a passion for giving back to the community, and the cultural competence needed to serve diverse populations in urban and rural settings. All of our programs include deep practical experiences that complement our courses in highly ranked programs.

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Study Innovation in Early Childhood Education

Program offerings from the partnership between Boulder Journey School and University of Colorado Denver and inspired by the schools for young children in Reggio Emilia, Italy

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MAT + Teacher Licensure

If you feel a passion to teach and are driven to make a positive impact on students’ lives, this is the program that lets you launch your new career in as little as a year while delivering a level of preparation that puts you ahead.

MAT + Teacher Licensure
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Personalized Professional Master's Degree

CU Denver’s Personalized Professional Master’s Degree provides an innovative approach tailored to the needs of modern educators and human development professionals.

Personalized Professional Master's Degree