Arkansas State University Jonesboro

The Master of Science in Education (MSE) for Educational Theory and Practice offers educators an opportunity to improve their general understanding of curriculum theory and current practices. This program also assists candidates who wish to work toward National Board Certification. Within this master's degree, students focus on areas of learning that include: * Practices to enhance student achievement * Performance and field-based learning activities integrating theory and practice * Enrichment of teaching knowledge and skills regarding instruction and curriculum * Preparation for the National Board Certification process Students are required to complete 30 hours of coursework. Courses are tightly integrated and focused on application-based curriculum. Students will benefit from the incorporation of technology that aligns with national expectations for the 21st-century educator. This program can be completed in as little as 18 months.

The Master of Public Administration at Arkansas State University exists to enhance to individual, organizational, social and governmental capacity in the public and non-profit sectors by equipping pre-service and mid-career students with sound management and a public/non-profit philosophy to lead public institutions for the future with integrity, innovation, excellence and professionalism.

The purpose of the Master of Science in Education (MSE) for Special Education - Instructional Specialist 4-12 is to offer educators an advanced performance-based program of study based on the recommendations of professional organizations and accrediting associations such as the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) and NCATE. Educators completing this program gain expertise in the following areas: * Teaching students exhibiting developmental, learning and behavioral disabilities * Consulting with general education teachers who have students with disabilities in their classrooms Students are required to complete 36 hours of coursework. Courses are tightly integrated and focused on application-based curriculum. This program can be completed in as little as 20 months.

The Master of Science in Education (MSE) in Educational Leadership degree is designed to develop leaders in the educational community. Through this program, you focus on areas of learning that include designing curriculum, implementing research-based instructional strategies, using assessments for learning, and how to effectively motivate students and manage your classroom. Within this master's degree, students focus on areas of learning that include: * Developing dispositions, knowledge, and skills to become a building-level school leader and administrator * Building learning communities that support the success of all students and promote continuous organizational improvement * Integrating theory and practice through authentic, performance-based field activities Students are required to complete 36 hours of coursework. The Capstone course is the final course taken and requires that all other courses are successfully completed to enroll. Courses are tightly integrated and focused on application-based curriculum. This program can be completed in as little as 20 months.

The RN to BSN degree program is designed to give licensed registered nurses who have already earned an Associate's Degree in Nursing and who accumulated at least 1,000 hours working as an RN the opportunity to advance their education and career by earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Developed and taught by the respected faculty at ASU's College of Nursing and Health Professions, the RN to BSN program prepares students for the complex challenges facing our nation's health care system. During their coursework, students will examine the important new roles nurses are now charged with in research and patient care, focus on advances in evidence-based practices and learn about advanced technologies that are revolutionizing the practice of nursing. The following online courses are offered to help students meet the academic requirements for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. As one of the leading nursing programs in the state, ASU's online RN to BSN program is approved by the Arkansas Board of Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission.

Tuition varies by number of credit hours. The Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies (BSIS) degree program is designed to allow students the flexibility to develop an individualized program of study. The program may be used for degree completion for students with previously earned college or credits or design a personalized degree program to address career interests. In consultation with academic advisor, BSIS students select 3 areas of emphasis which are representative of some of ASU’s majors or minors. The following courses are offered online at AState and may be taken to complete your degree. All students during their first registration term must take Making Connections UC 1013. A course may be counted in satisfaction of only one area requirement. At least one History course must be selected. With the exception of English courses (ENG), no more than two selections may have the same prefix.