School of Education
School of Education Departments:
Counseling and Educational Development (CED)
The students and faculty of the Department of Counseling and Educational Development are a diverse community of learners collaboratively engaged in research, scholarship, leadership, and service in the counseling profession. Our collective goals are to prepare professional counselors committed to providing culturally competent counseling services that enhance the mental health and well-being of families, groups, couples, and individuals across the lifespan, and to advocate on behalf of our clients and our profession. Read more.
Educational Leadership and Cultural Foundations (ELC)
The Department of Educational Leadership and Cultural Foundations is concerned with issues of educational theory, cultural analysis, educational leadership and school organization, educational policy, and curriculum studies. The department seeks to prepare thoughtful and effective leaders in education through programs of study that are interdisciplinary in focus and that emphasize questions of moral concern, the cultural context of education, and a reconstructive vision for excellent and equitable schooling. Read more.
Educational Research Methodology (ERM)
The Educational Research Methodology Department (ERM) specializes in educational measurement and psychometrics, research design, program and policy evaluation studies, educational statistics, and the application of research methodology to address educational questions. The ERM Department offers programs in Educational Research, Measurement, and Evaluation leading to a master's or doctorate degree. Read more.
Library and Information Studies (LIS)
The UNCG Department of Library and Information Studies (LIS) connects people, libraries, and information through research, teaching, and service to enrich living and working in a global environment. Read more.
Specialized Education Services (SES)
The mission of the Department of Specialized Education Services is to prepare professionals for diverse roles in working with individuals with disabilities across the life span in a variety of education and community environments. Concurrently, faculty members provide leadership to the University, the community, the State, and the nation in their disciplines through their teaching, research, and service. Read more.
Teacher Education and Higher Education (TED/HED)
The Department of Teacher Education and Higher Education provides the academic and practical preparation for educational leaders from the elementary grades to higher education in the dynamic and diverse contexts of educational institutions. The ultimate purpose of education is to ensure students' intellectual, cultural, and social growth so that they may become active, reflective citizens. Read more.