Belhaven College . . .
Preparing Teachers for Leadership and Service in the Classroom, School and
Community
Calls for reform in the American educational system ring out almost daily. Parents, teachers, policy makers and communities recognize the critical need for renewal in our schools. All agree that our communities need professionals committed to transforming teaching and learning—professionals dedicated to creating positive learning environments wherein students learn the virtues and skills necessary to becoming responsible citizens.
Belhaven College embraces this vision. We believe that well-prepared teachers and adults newly committed to the teaching profession can help improve our schools. At Belhaven, we prepare teachers for classroom leadership and service to their students, parents and communities.
Belhaven College now offers two nontraditional graduate programs: the Master of Education and the Master of Arts in Teaching. Both acknowledge the expertise, experience and needs of adult learners and foster:
Additionally, the instructional design and format are compatible with the schedule of the working teacher and lead to degree completion in approximately 13 to 18 months.
Belhaven offers a challenging educational experience for practicing teachers who desire to enhance their knowledge and skills. Our faculty and staff are committed to preparing you to provide distinctive Christian leadership and service in the classroom, the school and the community.
The Master of Education is for those teachers who hold Level A licensure (teachers with only a bachelor's degree).
Belhaven offers two nontraditional graduate programs in education: the Master of Education and the Master of Arts in Teaching. The accelerated graduate program allows degree completion in approximately 13 to 18 months.
GPA of 2.8 or higher on one of the following: Cumulative from undergraduate/graduate degree granting institution or cumulative on last 60 hours of undergraduate work.
