Providing Unique Perspectives

Education is Something to Be Valued and Nurtured

Preparing quality educators is a cornerstone of Appalachian’s past, present and future. When it comes to teacher education, the state and region look FIRST to App State for innovative instruction, faculty excellence and student success.

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Departments and Programs

The Reich College of Education offers programs across five departments, with pathways from undergrad to grad through Accelerated Master’s opportunities.

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Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership

App State’s first doctoral program, the Educational Leadership Ed.D., empowers leaders with the skills, vision, and confidence to create meaningful change in schools and communities.

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Community Engagement and Research

Through lab schools, success centers, and community partnerships, we support students, teachers, and communities with innovation, learning, and engagement.

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Engaging Future Educators

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Preparing quality educators is a cornerstone of Appalachian’s past, present and future. When it comes to education, the state and region look FIRST to Appalachian for innovative instruction, faculty excellence and student success.

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Pathways to Licensure

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Teaching Licensure

App State offers multiple paths to North Carolina teacher licensure, including traditional programs and residency graduate certificate options.

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Counseling, Librarianship, and Educational Support

Find licensure pathways for counseling fields, school and public librarianship, K-12 instruction technology, and more.

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Office of Field Experiences

The Office of Field Experiences coordinates site-based learning, internships, and student teaching for all teacher education and counseling licensure programs.

Tk20 Teacher Education Portfolio

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Tk20 by Watermark is the edTPA portfolio system used by App State for students admitted to Teacher Education. Approved students and faculty have access to the system via your App State credentials.

Learn more about Tk20

Connect with Us

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Schedule a Visit

The James Center for Student Success & Advising coordinates many college events as well as campus visits and tours for prospective undergraduate students.

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Graduate Info Sessions

The Reich College of Education offers 12 masters degree programs and 20+ graduate certificates. Learn more at an upcoming information sessions!

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Join Our News Group

Current students, faculty and staff can subscribe to our RCOE Google Group for news, announcements, and upcoming events.

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Invest in the Future of Education

Support the Reich College of Education

Your gift to the Reich College of Education helps prepare the next generation of teachers and leaders. By supporting scholarships, programs, and initiatives, you empower students, strengthen communities, and continue a legacy of educational excellence. Learn more about the impact of your donation.

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