A master’s degree in education can be applied to a variety of career choices. While teaching is the obvious choice, there are different branches in education that are available only to those with a master’s degree. An individual with a master’s degree can also move into a higher level of education and earn a Ph.D.
A master’s in education can lead to a teaching job at a community or two-year college. Four-year universities require a doctoral degree, but community colleges have a minimum requirement of a master’s.
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A master’s is also required to instruct adult literacy programs, which teach students from diverse populations the basic language and academic skills they need to further their education or obtain employment.
Administration work also requires a master’s. Administrators work in a variety of positions, such as principals, superintendents and directors. At the state level, administrators also advise education organizations.
A school or career counselor must also have a credentialed master’s degree. Employers often require a master’s degree, and counselors who want to work on a private basis also need a business license and a counselor license.
A variety of industries require consultants, such as online schools, educator programs and educational material creators. These industries require their consultants to have a minimum requirement of a master’s. While some companies hire consultants on a full-time basis, others only use individuals on a freelance basis, providing a perfect side job for educators who want to fill their schedule during school’s offseason.
Individuals with a master’s can write textbooks. Textbook authors need a minimum of a master’s degree and preferably, additional experience in the subject of the textbook.
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