Programs of Study
The Master of Science in Applied Meteorology program is housed in the Judd Gregg Meteorology Institute in the Boyd Science Center. The degree is designed to meet regional and national needs for professional meteorologists, who increasingly require more than baccalaureate-level education and qualifications. The program offers students the latest knowledge and research skills in many core areas of operational meteorology needed to provide modern weather support to a wide variety of customers. It focuses on such areas as advanced weather analysis and forecasting; air quality; aviation…
The graduate program in Art Education offers different options leading to endorsement for K-12 Art Education Certification.
MAT in Art Education, K-12 Certification: for those who possess a baccalaureate degree in fine arts, visual arts, studio art, or graphic design. This 36 credit program requires three art education courses to fulfill professional competencies: Elementary Methods and Materials in Art Education, Pedagogy and Planning in Secondary Level Art Education, and Curriculum Development and Assessment in the Arts. Individual cases will be reviewed to determine studio and art…
The MS in Athletic Training program offers two concentration areas:
Professional Program - for those seeking a CAATE-accredited program in preparation for taking the Board of Certification examination in athletic training
Post-Professional Program - for those Certified Athletic Trainers seeking combined clinical and teaching roles in Athletic Training higher education, or advanced Athletic training clinical practice.
Athletic Training, Professional
The CAATE-accredited Professional concentration is designed to provide students interested in the field of athletic training the…
Professional organizations across the country have repeatedly emphasized the importance of technology in the classroom for both educators and students. As a result, the New Hampshire Department of Education has created standards for Digital Learning Specialist certification. The Digital Learning Specialist program prepares educators to use digital resources to improve their ability to integrate technology into their curriculum and classroom, while simultaneously enhancing the educator’s professional growth and productivity. This concentration is designed around International Society for…
The MS in Exercise Science and Sport Performance is offered to current students in the form of a 3+2 program. For non-PSU students and PSU alumni, a 2-year program is available. In each program, students can elect the thesis or non-thesis option.
The thesis option will give students the opportunity to develop a research project driven by their own interests in exercise and sport physiology. Thesis students will work closely with a faculty supervisor and will be guided through the thesis process through work in the Graduate Seminar and Graduate Thesis classes.
Students who elect the non-…
PSU’s Master of Education (MEd) in Experiential Learning and Development serves professionals who seek to further their careers in such fields as outdoor adventure education, wilderness leadership, corporate experiential training, college or high-school outdoor programs, youth adventure programming or summer adventure recreation programming. This 34-credit degree is distance based, and is designed for students who are currently working in outdoor adventure education or a related field of experiential learning. Students who wish to pursue an adventure-related career in physical education or…
Plymouth State University offers a Master of Business Administration (MBA) program in General Management for students who have earned a bachelor's degree and would like to gain a strategic, in-depth understanding of business to support their personal and professional goals. The MBA learning experience is a stepping stone to higher levels of intellectual and career growth, and PSU offers the program in two formats. The Online MBA can be completed on a full-time or part-time basis, and admission is on a rolling basis for all semesters. The MBA 4+1 Cohort option starts in the summer semester…
Health Education and Promotion (HEP) is a pillar for the broader field of public health, which is the science of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities. This master’s degree program prepares Health Education and Promotion specialists who may serve in a variety of roles calling for broad knowledge and leadership skills used to address health behavior change across all levels of the socio-ecological spectrum, from individual knowledge, skills and attitudes to community-wide and regional population health, and environmental/policy change leadership. Graduates…
Plymouth State’s Doctor of Education (EdD) programs create an environment for students to engage in collaborative inquiry, focused scholarship, and applied research. Our EdD programs are oriented to the improvement of professional practice by extending the knowledge, expertise, and skill of candidates through the application of research to leadership issues. Experienced practitioners and professionals, including teachers, administrators, counselors, and individuals in higher education, related community agencies, and organizations, will be prepared to become system leaders and agents of…
Plymouth State’s Doctor of Education (EdD) programs create an environment for students to engage in collaborative inquiry, focused scholarship, and applied research. Our EdD programs are oriented to the improvement of professional practice by extending the knowledge, expertise, and skill of candidates through the application of research to leadership issues. Experienced practitioners and professionals, including teachers, administrators, counselors, and individuals in higher education, related community agencies, and organizations, will be prepared to become system leaders and agents of…
Plymouth State University offers the only comprehensive program in New Hampshire for individuals interested in working in a school library setting or wanting to renew their New Hampshire state certification. This program is nationally recognized by the American Association of School Librarians.
According to ED 508.07 Library Media Specialist requirements, candidates must possess a baccalaureate degree and complete a combination of academic and supervised practical experiences addressing the following areas: administration; ethical, legal, and responsible use of information; collection…
The Master of Science(MS) in Marriage and Family Therapy provides the knowledge and skills needed to become a licensed marriage and family therapist and an American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) Clinical Fellow. This 60-credit degree program prepares graduates for work in private practice, counseling centers, mental health agencies, hospitals, family service clinics, shelters, and state departments for children and family services.
Marriage and family therapy is one of the core mental health disciplines, and is based on the research and theory that mental illness and…
The MA in Organizational Leadership program will expose you to styles and theories of leadership within organizational contexts and structures. Highlighted key foundations in leadership include good intention, open mind and compassionate heart which are applied in real world contexts while being explored and developed within a rigorous academic context. Students learn how to become an agent of social and organizational change, and to assist and empower others to cope successfully with personal, social, and/or environmental problems. Students expand their awareness of interpersonal…
PSU’s Master of Education in Physical Education serves professionals who seek to further their careers in such fields as physical education teaching, coaching, and directing athletic or recreation programs. Within the major, candidates may choose one of two concentrations: Adventure Education or Athletic Administration.
Our Adventure Education concentration is offered through a partnership with Project Adventure, a leading provider of professional training in adventure education. Through multi-day workshops, guided projects and other customized learning experiences, you will choose 19…
The DPT curriculum at Plymouth State University features hands on clinical practice experiences early and often. Students are involved in practice experiences starting with their first fall semester and throughout the entire curriculum either on campus though the Integrated Clinical Education courses or off campus in full time Clinical Education experiences. In addition to this highly practice oriented feature, the curriculum includes a theoretical depth and breadth commensurate with the broad Vision set by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) for the profession: “Transforming…
The MS in Counseling program is designed to prepare students to be a K–12 licensed professional school counselor. This program is approved by the New Hampshire Department of Education and leads to New Hampshire licensure in school counseling. Program requirements, policies, and resources are all available in the student handbook that all students review during the Professional Orientation and Ethics course, have access to via our Sharepoint site, and can be requested from the program coordinator. It may also be requested from the program coordinator listed above. PSU’s school counseling…
The EdS/MEd in School Psychology is a National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)-approved 69-credit program designed for individuals who desire K-12 certification in school psychology at the state and/or national level. Those who already possess a master’s degree in a related field (e.g., general education, special education, counseling) should apply to the program at the EdS level. All others should apply to the program at the EdS/MEd level. The MEd is earned after completion of 33 credits toward the EdS. The PSU School Psychology Program meets the NASP 2020 Professional…
Plymouth State's General Special Education certification programs are accredited by the Association for Advancing Quality in Education Preparation (AAQEP) and the state of New Hampshire. Coursework in special education address competencies in such areas as classroom management, categories of disability under IDEA, learning differences, assessment, UDL/Differentiation/Classroom Adaptations, and inclusive teaching strategies. Our faculty will address issues such as development and characteristics of learners, co-teaching and collaboration, learning differences, instructional strategies,…
