William Paterson University recently expanded its online degree programs aimed at creating opportunities for degree completion.
The Wayne-based the university announced Monday that its new programs are set to launch in Fall 2025, with flexible learning opportunities for aspiring educators, instructional designers, literacy specialists, and business professionals.
The following programs will be available online beginning in September:
- Master of Arts in Teaching with a concentration in Elementary Education K-6
- Master of Arts in Teaching with a concentration in Elementary Education K-6 (Alternate Route)
- Elementary Education K-6 Graduate Certificate
- Elementary Education K-6 Graduate Certificate (Alternate Route)
- Teacher of Students with Disabilities Graduate Certificate (Alternate Route)
- Educational Technology Graduate Certificate
- Early Literacy Specialist Graduate Certificate
- Bachelor of Science in Management – Supply Chain Management Track
“We are dedicated to ensuring that all students—especially working adults—have access to high-quality education that supports their career goals and personal aspirations,” Academic affairs SVP at William Paterson University Joshua Powers said. “These new online programs reflect our mission to create innovative, inclusive learning environments that prepare students to power the New Jersey economy and beyond.”
The Alternate Route options for Elementary Education are designed for individuals already filling the teaching shortage gaps throughout New Jersey with a Limited Certificate of Eligibility but who now need to earn the state-recognized credentials to become an officially certified teacher of record in New Jersey.
The Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certificate (Alternate Route) is geared toward general education teachers either shifting into special education or who are already working in a special education classroom and need official credentials.
The deadline to register for the upcoming semester is 8/17.
