Education is the foundation of progress. Teachers do more than just impart knowledge—they provide equitable outcomes, adapt to the ever-changing field of education, and drive the nation’s youth toward successful futures.
The College of Education and Learning Design at St. Cloud State University proudly prepares future teachers, administrators, and other education personnel at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Through a variety of departments, centers, and support offices, students have the opportunities and freedom to pursue their dream careers in professional education.
St. Cloud State faculty members are active and engaged in the education community, locally, statewide, and nationally. They sit on school boards, are members of advisory boards, and participate in statewide and national research associations.
Our faculty constantly refresh program offerings with the most current information and innovative teaching techniques. Through thoughtful curriculum design, our faculty are raising the standards of education and inclusivity. The College of Education and Learning Design is proud to provide the following degree programs.
The Department of Child and Family Studies prepares students to work professionally with young children, their parents, and their families in a variety of public and private settings, including counseling, social services, and teaching.
Early Childhood Special Education (Master of Science)
Early Childhood Special Education (Licensure)
Family Studies
Parent Education
Our Human Relations and Multicultural Education students are committed to addressing questions of global equity, autonomy, resource allocation, and various forms of oppression. Our department provides students with the skills to identify and actively combat biases, both personal and in the field of education.
Human Relations and Multicultural Education
The Special Education Department equips future teachers to provide inclusive classroom environments for learners of every ability. Whether it’s a change in the space, curriculum, or teacher-student interaction, our educators are skilled in addressing the needs of students with cognitive, behavioral, and physical disabilities.
Special Education
Academic Behavioral Strategist
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Developmental Disabilities
Emotional/Behavioral Disorders
Learning Disabilities
For students looking to use their interests to make an impact on young learners, the Teacher Development Department provides the knowledge and flexibility to teach a variety of subjects in Elementary and Secondary Education.
Elementary Education K-6
Technology Integration for Educators
Art Education
Spanish Education
Music Education
Health and Physical Education
Teaching English as a Second Language
Library Media Specialist
Reading Teacher
Chemistry Education
Communication Arts and Literature Education
Mathematics Education
Earth and Space Science Education
Life Science Education
Physics Education
Social Studies Education
Technology Education and Career Technical Education
Work Based Learning Certificates
Traffic Safety Education
Curriculum and Instruction
Library Media
Educational Leadership and Technology
Technology Integration
For new students or professionals pursuing career advancement, the Educational Leadership and Higher Education Department teaches future administrators the negotiation tactics, liaison expertise, and departmental planning skills they need to be effective school leaders.
Educational Leadership and Higher Education
Community Education Administration (Graduate Certificate)
School Business Manager (Graduate Certificate)
Educational Administration and Leadership (M.S.)
Educational Administration and Leadership (M.S. online)
Educational Administration and Leadership - Special Education Administration (Graduate Certificate)
Educational Administration and Leadership - District Superintendent (Graduate Certificate)
Educational Administration and Leadership - K-12 Principal (Graduate Certificate)
Educational Administration Leadership Specialist (Specialist)
Educational Administration and Leadership (Ed.D)
Higher Education and Student Affairs (Graduate Certificate)
Higher Education & Student Affairs (M.S.)
Higher Education & Student Affairs (Ed.D)
One child, one teacher, one book, and one pen can change the world.