Our Programs

Undergraduate
The School of Education and Social Policy offers a unique undergraduate education. Faculty and students work together to inquire how learning and development take place throughout the life span and in many different settings. We recognize the power of lifelong learning to teach a child, run a business, make a law and bring a family together.

Overview Human Development and Psychological Services Learning and Organizational Change Secondary Teaching Social Policy

Learning and Organizational Change (MSLOC) The MSLOC program is designed to prepare leaders and professionals who want to experience a new way of thinking about organizational issues. Learning Sciences (LSMA) The LSMA program prepares researchers, developers and practitioners to advance the scientific understanding and practice of teaching and learning. Master of Science in Education (MSEd) The MSEd program seeks to prepare professionals skilled at helping individuals of all ages improve themselves through education in the contexts of school, family, community and work. Elementary Teaching Middle School Teaching Secondary Teaching Advanced Teaching Higher Education Administration and Policy

Human Development and Social Policy (HDSP) The HDSP doctoral program prepares students to research and attack the human problems that pose the greatest challenges to society. Learning Sciences (LS) The Learning Sciences doctoral program is dedicated to the preparation of researchers, developers and practitioners qualified to advance the scientific understanding and practice of teaching and learning.

Alternative Certification (NU-TEACH) NU-TEACH provides an alternative path to teacher certification for career changers. Center for Talent Development (CTD) CTD offers testing, support, enrichment classes, distance learning and community service programs for gifted children. Center for Learning and Organizational Change (CLOC) CLOC facilitates research and thought leadership in the area of applied cognition and translates this important and emerging field into business results for its partners. Multidisciplinary Program in Education Sciences (MPES) MPES trains doctoral students for education research from a rigorous interdisciplinary perspective. Office of Science, Technology, Math and Education Partnerships (OSEP) OSEP supports K-12 students and teachers by connecting them with the world-class science, technology, engineering and mathematics resources of Northwestern University.