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Master of Education, Alternative Routes to Certification (M.Ed.)
Next start:
April 2026
Format:
hybrid
Total Courses:
20 (39 credit hours)
Tuition:
$625 per creditThe Alternative Routes
Alt Routes M.Ed. programs combine City University of Seattle’s renowned one-year certificate-only program with our M.Ed. program, allowing candidates to receive credit towards a master’s degree while completing the certificate program. Candidates may be able to work for some time in their current school assignment during their Alt Routes field experiences with district permission. To complete the master’s degree, candidates must complete an additional 15 M.Ed. credits (4 courses).
The Master of Education in Alternative Routes to Certification program at City University is designed to provide educators with current evidence-based practices in the continuum of Alternative Routes to Certification designs that are aligned with Washington State Standards and criteria for teacher practices. Emphasis is placed upon effective instructional practices, assessment of student learning, development of short and long term learning goals, differentiated instruction for individual needs and best practices for increasing student learning/growth. Upon successful completion of all requirements, educators earn a Master of Education in Alternative Routes to Certification.
Master of Education degrees may require additional documentation of Professional certification programs or academic credentials. Exceptions to these policies may be made by the dean.
Vision
Teacher Certification Programs at City University of Seattle strive to recruit, retain, and support a diverse educator workforce that mirrors the diversity of the PK-12 student population in schools. We aim to cultivate learning spaces in which all community members feel connected to and rooted in relationships within themselves, each other, and the environment. Our vision is to help future teachers align their instructional practices in culturally sustaining ways that foster the development of conscious, global citizens of the world who are at home in their place, environment, and communities.
Mission
Teacher Certification Programs at City University of Seattle provide relevant, relationship-based learning experiences rooted in culturally sustaining and identity affirming practices for future PK-12 teachers. We equip future teachers with tools, strategies, and awareness to effectively and equitably facilitate humanizing, healing-centered, and high-quality learning experiences for PK-12 students in the school setting.
Ready to learn more?
Join us for a virtual informational session every other month from 4:30 – 5:30 pm PT. Upcoming events are:
- September 25
- November 4
- January 15