Master of Science in Education: Career & Technical Education
Meet the Rising Demand for CTE Educators in the Classroom and Beyond
Online program
Transfer up to 12 graduate credits
Program includes electives
Learn from seasoned faculty
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- Duration As few as 12 months
- Cost per Credit $559
- Credit Hours 36
Program Benefits
- Expanded career options in high-need field
- Receive one-on-one coaching from your faculty and advisors
- Discounted tuition* on concentration courses
- No GRE required for admission
*Receive reduced tuition on select Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses. Eligible courses with a CTE prefix may qualify for discounted cost per credit – as low as $200/credit – bringing the total tuition down to as little as $14,729.
Prepare Students for Fulfilling Careers Across Diverse Fields
This online Master of Science in Education in Career & Technical Education degree program will prepare you with proven pedagogical practices to effectively teach diverse topics from automotive repair and engineering to culinary arts and graphic design. In addition, you will build highly valued skills in research, literacy, applied mathematics and culturally responsive curriculum, instruction and assessment. Complete your career and technical education master’s in as few as 12 months with 100% online coursework.
Promote Both Practical and Interest-Based Education
- Help students find their passion and develop lifelong skills
- Designed for K-12 CTE educators and those working in education-related fields
- Balanced curriculum focused on both theoretical and applied knowledge and skills
Curriculum: Career & Technical Education
Online courses
Finish in 12 – 36 months
36 quarter credit hours
This MS in Education online program is designed to prepare new CTE teachers, while also helping current CTE teachers fulfill their individualized Professional Development Plan requirements. Concentration courses span diverse topics, including CTE literacy, classroom management, culturally responsive pedagogy and practices, CTE-relevant applied mathematics and curricular theory, planning and assessment. You will also learn about the professional roles and responsibilities of educators, as well as state and federal funding and programs that support CTE in Oregon.
Required Courses
This course is designed to support teachers who are pursuing Career and Technical Education (CTE) licensure in Oregon and are either new to the teaching profession or existing teachers adding an endorsement to teach in a career and technical education program of study. Through course readings, videos and reflective projects, students will receive a practical introduction to the professional roles and responsibilities of educators as well as an overview of the state and federal funding and program characteristics that support CTE in Oregon.
This course is designed to focus on curricular theory and planning through units and daily lessons that are tied to current industry standards in your area of Career and Technical Education (CTE). This course will focus on identification of instructional goals, activities to achieve goals through student learning, and appropriate measurement and how to determine if a student has met instructional goals and industry skills through assessment. Instructional models most relevant to CTE are combined with standards based curricular design using content specific CTE standards.
This course is designed to support Career and Technical Education (CTE) teachers in developing a practical and effective approach to classroom management. Through course readings, videos and reflective projects, participants will establish a positive classroom setting that maximizes time on learning and is inclusive to school and classroom culture.
This course explores principles of human development in adolescence including physical, intellectual, personality, social development, and motivation theory in relationship to classroom learning in Career and Technical Education (CTE). Course includes explanations of how learners acquire understanding and how teachers may enhance the process.
This course is designed for Career and Technical Education (CTE) teachers to increase their knowledge and competence in the area of Culturally Responsive Pedagogy and Practices. This course will focus on developing practices in classrooms that will encourage success for all students, encouraging teachers to take into account the cultural and linguistic backgrounds of their students and fostering inclusive and equitable learning environments.
This course is designed for Career and Technical Education (CTE) Educators to increase their knowledge of literacy and its place in the classroom. This content area literacy course will focus on concepts and strategies for reading and writing across the curriculum as well as incorporating speaking, listening, and viewing. It will include a particular emphasis on CTE and literacy integration.
This course focuses on the applied mathematics used in career and technical education (CTE) contexts. Students will put theory into practice by investigating the mathematics used in various CTE settings, along with considering best practices in mathematics instruction in CTE settings based on mathematics education research.
What Roles Does the Career and Technical Education Concentration Prepare Me For?
While there is an overall shortage of teachers, the need is even greater for those qualified to teach career and technical education. School administrators are seeking skilled and qualified CTE professionals. Many educators find it very rewarding to work in this high-demand field, teaching such varied subjects as business, culinary arts, automotive and graphic design. As a CTE educator, you have the ability to transform students’ lives. Access to CTE courses that are aligned with students’ personal interests encourages them to stay in school and graduate, prepared with practical, job-ready skills that are valued by employers.
Secondary Career/Technical Education $76,530 Mean annual salary (Oregon)1
Postsecondary Career/Technical Education $87,830 Mean annual salary (Oregon)1
Customize Your Area of Study
Tailor your education by selecting one or more of the following concentrations, helping you achieve your personalized career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The first step is to start your application.
You can change your concentration or add a dual concentration after enrolling in the M.S. in Education: Career & Technical Education program. However, each concentration includes distinct courses, so your program duration may be extended if you make changes after completing courses for the Career & Technical Education concentration. To explore the courses for each concentration, visit the courses page.
We accept up to 12 graduate credits for previous college coursework, which must be approved based on alignment with this program’s requirements. Transferring credits can help lower the tuition cost and time required to complete the program. Visit the tuition page to review the program costs.
No, prior work experience is not required. Learn more about our admissions policy by visiting our admissions page.
Students attending Eastern Oregon University can pursue a variety of scholarships. To review the current options, visit the scholarships section.
Yes, the M.S. in Education includes practicum experiences that vary by concentration. For example, the Literacy concentration, Reading Intervention endorsement requires a 90-hour practicum in a working classroom setting. These hands-on experiences allow you to apply your learning in real educational environments while working toward your degree. The practicum component provides valuable experience even for those who don’t have prior teaching experience. Learn more on the program courses page.
Sources and Disclaimer
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. “May 2023 State Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates (Oregon). Retrieved September 16, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/oes/2023/may/oes_or.htm.
*Receive reduced tuition on select Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses. Eligible courses with a CTE prefix may qualify for discounted cost per credit – as low as $200/credit – bringing the total tuition down to as little as $14,729.