Introduction
Institutional Mission
Relay’s mission is to teach teachers and school leaders to develop in all students the academic skills and strength of character needed to succeed in college and life. Our vision is to become the place where a new generation of continuously improving, mission-driven individuals can fulfill their destiny in the world’s greatest profession.
Program Offerings
Relay Graduate School of Education offers four programs:
- Master of Arts in Teaching (36 credits)
- Master of Arts in Teaching in Special Education/Dual Certification (42 credits)
- Certification Only: Alternate Route (varies)
- Certificate/Advanced Certificate in Special Education (21 credits)
Individual program details vary by state, and not all programs are available at all locations or in both online and local campus modalities. State- and program-specific details can be found on the Relay website at www.relay.edu.
Prospective teachers may participate in Relay’s degree and licensure programs through the Relay Teaching Residency, which offers structured support for aspiring teachers. The Relay Teaching Residency is offered through partnerships with select partner schools, districts, and networks.
Career Outcomes
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects nearly 1.9 million job openings for teachers of preschool through postsecondary school between 2014 and 2024.[1]
[1] https://www.bls.gov/careeroutlook/2016/article/education-jobs-teaching-for-a-living.htm