Student Information

Accreditation

Our mission as the School of Education is to facilitate the preparation of professional educators who embody world-class academic excellence, spiritual integrity, and servant leadership. Accrediting agencies are third-party entities whose purpose is to ensure that institutions and academic programs meet standards for program quality. They monitor institutional commitment to continuous improvement and ensure that institutions of higher education meet acceptable levels of quality. –U.S. Department of Education.


The Asbury University School of Education and its educator preparation programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and approved by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB).

The AU School of Education Accreditation Action Report lists the current programs approved for certification during the 2022 accreditation visit.

CAEP Accountability Measures


Asbury University utilizes case studies to measure effectiveness and impact of program completers as they teach in P-12 classrooms. Professors observe and evaluate program graduates teaching a lesson. Following the observations, the faculty meet to discuss findings and identify strengths and areas for growth. The evaluation is based on three of the domains of the Kentucky Framework for Teaching: Planning and Preparation (Domain 1), Classroom Management (Domain 2), and Instruction (Domain 3). Scores are based on a four-point scale of Ineffective (1), Developing (2), Accomplished (3), and Exemplary (4). Expectations for inexperienced teachers are scores within the developing and accomplished categories. 

Case Study- Spring 2023

Case Study- Spring 2022

Case Study- Fall 2021

The School of Education conducts employer and completer satisfaction surveys to gather data on its graduates. The New Teacher Survey, administered by the Kentucky Center for Education and Workforce Statistics, provides an interactive report allowing individuals to filter by Principal response. Please use the links below to view responses.

Initial Programs Alumni Surveys 2023

Initial Programs Employer Surveys 2023

Advanced Programs Employer and Alumni Surveys 2023

Initial Programs Employer and Alumni Surveys 2022

Advanced Programs Employer and Alumni Surveys 2022

Initial Programs Employer and Alumni Survey 2021

Advanced Programs Employer and Alumni Surveys 2021

Title II of the Higher Education Act, as amended, requires each state receiving funding under the Act to report annually on the quality of teacher preparation in the state. The Title II reporting guide defines aggregate pass rates as the proportion of program completers who passed all the tests they took. Summary pass rates are defined as the proportion of program completers who passed all tests they took for their areas of specialization among those who took one or more tests in their specialization areas.

Title II Report Traditional Route 2023

Title II Report Alternative Certification Route 2023

Title II Report Traditional Route 2022

Title II Report Alternative Certification Route 2022

Title II Report Traditional Route 2021

Title II Report Alternative Certification Route 2021

The Kentucky Teacher Preparation Feedback Report is produced for all in-state 4-year public and independent colleges and universities by the Kentucky Center for Education and Workforce Statistics (KCEWS), utilizing data from the Kentucky Longitudinal Data System (KLDS) — specifically data from the Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) and the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE).

Kentucky Teacher Preparation Feedback Report (TPFR)

Graduate Programs

As an educator, you can shape young minds and take your career to the next level with a graduate degree. At Asbury, pursuing your Master of Arts builds both teaching and leadership skills for certified teachers. Our Master of Arts in Teaching offers flexibility with traditional and accelerated Option 6 certification pathways for those seeking initial certification. For certified teachers, the Education Specialist Degree and Certification Only programs provide advanced credentials, including Principal Licensure and Instructional Supervisor. With one of Asbury’s Online Graduate Education programs, you could become a sought-after educator and inspire future generations. Ready to elevate your career? Apply today!

Being a Social Studies Education major has been an absolute blast at Asbury! What I enjoy most is having a major specialized to my intended field of teaching, which has been a perfect way to learn, along with the School of Education, since it’s such an encouraging space for all of its students."
Ivy Romines ’27

Resources for Students


Located in the Kinlaw Library, KL 149

The mission of the Education Curriculum Lab is to “provide resources and services to facilitate the preparation of professional educators at the undergraduate and the graduate levels”. The lab has over 8,000 resources including textbooks, curriculum guides, and educational journals in a number of subjects. The lab also houses a collection of literature for children and adolescents.

Visit online at http://asbury.libguides.com/kcl

The EPSB is the teacher certification granting institution in the state of Kentucky. You can find all the information you need regarding certification.

Visit online at http://www.kyepsb.net/

The KEPS program lists vacancies in school districts all over Kentucky.

Visit online at https://applications.education.ky.gov/KEPs/default.aspx

Grant opportunity available to those whose major is Special Education (Learning and Behavior Disorders)

Visit online at www.ktraineeship.org

A TEACH Grant can help you pay for college if you plan to become a teacher in a high-need field in a low-income area. You’ll be required to teach for a certain length of time, so make sure you understand your obligation by reading the FAQ website in full.

Visit online at https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/types/grants-scholarships/teach#what-is-teach

The mission of the WHAS Crusade for Children is to help children overcome physical, mental, medical and emotional challenges. Asbury University receives a grant from WHAS to provide scholarships for our students who work with this population. Contact Melanie Kinnell for more information and an application.

Visit online at http://whascrusade.org/

Post-it notes detailing why education students want to become teachers.

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