About the Iowa Graduate Educational Leadership Licensure Program

The Iowa Graduate Educational Leadership program produces educators who are highly skilled in the art of teaching and leadership. Graduates are student-centered reflective practitioners who work toward continuous improvement. They base decisions upon their ethical responsibility to ensure a quality education for all students. They advocate for quality educational opportunities for all students. 

About the Wisconsin Education Licensure Programs

Wisconsin education graduate education licensure programs prepare educators to lead with purpose in their schools and communities. 

Graduates develop the knowledge, skills, and ethical foundation needed to make informed decisions, advocate for student success, and promote equitable learning opportunities for all. They understand the importance of staying current with emerging research, instructional practices, and educational trends. At Viterbo University, you'll strengthen your impact as an educator, refine your instructional practice, and gain the tools to become a catalyst for positive change.

About the Master of Arts in Teaching

A Post-Baccalaureate Initial Teacher Licensure Program for Wisconsin

This online master's program is an accelerated, licensure path for students who already have an undergraduate degree and are seeking an initial teaching license or for someone who already has a teaching license but wants to teach content that requires additional licensure. 

Program Highlights:

• Online coursework
• Opportunity to student teach in your own school district
• Three licensure options

About the Master of Arts in Education

Designed for the working teacher, our program prepares Wisconsin educators to become transformative leaders in today’s evolving classrooms.

Coursework integrates servant leadership, social justice, and educational equity while exploring innovative instructional techniques, classroom management strategies, and assessment. Flexible options allow you to customize your emphasis or pair your degree with a licensure or certificate to maximize your time and investment.

Option 1: Master of Arts in Education Generalist 

Earn a master's degree and have considerable choice in selecting courses that will meet your individual needs and interests.  

• 15 credits of MA core coursework (6 courses) 
• 15 credits of elective courses 

Option 2 (*recommended*): Pair your master's degree with a licensure or certificate 

Earn both a master’s degree and a licensure in one program to maximize your time and money.  

• 12-16 credits of MA Core coursework 
• 16-33 credits of licensure/certificate specific coursework

About Music Education

Viterbo's Bachelor of Music in Music Education prepares future educators for Wisconsin teacher licensure through comprehensive training in vocal, instrumental, and general music education. Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, the program offers active involvement in professional organizations and boasts a near 100% graduate placement rate.

Program Highlights:

• 100% Placement Rate
• Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music
• Guaranteed field placements in outstanding local partner schools
• Small classes and personalized attention for each student
• Gain hands-on experience in a local area classroom in your freshman year
• Learn from experienced teachers and faculty

About Technology Education

Technology education teachers have a unique opportunity to expose young people to a wide variety of hands-on technology-related projects and explore possible career paths. These highly skilled educators play a critical role in developing the workforce of tomorrow. The technology education program is built around a collaborative effort between Viterbo University and Western Technical College. The School of Education at Viterbo provides coursework on the fundamentals of education theory and practice. Technology courses at Western provide the fundamentals of woodworking, construction, computer aided drafting, manufacturing techniques, fabrication, engine and fluid systems. With a degree in technology education, graduates will be ready to excel in this high demand field.

Program Highlights:

• Guaranteed field placements in outstanding local partner schools
• Small classes and personalized attention for each student
• Gain hands-on experience in a local area classroom in your freshman year
• Learn from experienced teachers and faculty

About Spanish Education

Learn the language, explore the culture, and inspire future generations through Viterbo University's Spanish education major.

You'll combine advanced language and cultural studies with professional teacher preparation to develop the skills needed to teach Spanish at the middle and high school levels. Through immersive study abroad opportunities and coursework exploring the cultures of Latin America and Latino communities with a focus on social justice, you'll gain the cultural competence and confidence to create meaningful learning experiences. Graduates are prepared to meet the growing demand for qualified Spanish teachers in public and private schools.

Program Highlights:

• Guaranteed field placements in outstanding local partner schools
• Small classes and personalized attention for each student
• Gain hands-on experience in a local area classroom in your freshman year
• Learn from experienced teachers and faculty

About Social Studies Education

Bring history, culture, and society to life in the classroom.

By combining the study of history with the social sciences, you'll develop the knowledge to teach economics, geography, history, political science, psychology, and sociology at the middle and high school levels. Through coursework in both the social sciences and the School of Education, you'll gain the skills and confidence to create engaging learning experiences and graduate prepared for a teaching career in public or private schools.

Program Highlights:

• Guaranteed field placements in outstanding local partner schools
• Small classes and personalized attention for each student
• Gain hands-on experience in a local area classroom in your freshman year
• Learn from experienced teachers and faculty

About Science Education

Turn your passion for science into a career that inspires curiosity and discovery. 

Our science education program prepares you to teach science at the middle and high school levels, combining a strong foundation in the sciences with the knowledge and skills needed to become an effective educator. You'll graduate ready to create engaging learning experiences that encourage students to explore the world around them and develop a lifelong appreciation for science.

Program Highlights:

• Guaranteed field placements in outstanding local partner schools
• Small classes and personalized attention for each student
• Gain hands-on experience in a local area classroom in your freshman year
• Learn from experienced teachers and faculty

About Math Education

The mathematics education major at Viterbo University explores many different concepts, particularly patterns, space, and change. By combining rigorous mathematics coursework with professional teacher preparation, the program equips you with the confidence and expertise to teach mathematics at the secondary level. You'll graduate ready to help students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills while entering a profession where talented math educators are in high demand.

Program Highlights:

• Guaranteed field placements in outstanding local partner schools
• Small classes and personalized attention for each student
• Gain hands-on experience in a local area classroom in your freshman year
• Learn from experienced teachers and faculty