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Students working with students in the classroom

Peter Herschend School of Education

Make an Impact Through Education

Educators have the unique power and privilege to make a lasting impact on the lives of others. It is a noble calling—and also an increasingly challenging one, which is why excellent training is so critical to your long-term success and the success of those you’re teaching. The Herschend School of Education is internationally recognized for educator preparation grounded in evidence-based practices, so you will stand out as an effective leader and change-maker, equipped to make a difference with all populations of learners.

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HIGHLIGHTS

A+
for Reading Foundations
—National Council on Teacher Quality

$20K
awarded annually to Gordon grads & their school systems in underserved communities

100%
of recent graduates strongly agree that their experience at Gordon prepared them to be effective educators

“Equitable & Excellent”
National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ)

for Reading Specialist Program

Massachusetts is top in the nation for education and one of the highest-paying states for teachers

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A Top School for Education

Gordon is the only school in Massachusetts to receive top recognition from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) and Accreditation Plus from the International Dyslexia Association for leading the way in evidence-based literacy instruction. NCTQ also recognizes Gordon as “Equitable and Excellent” due to students’ high performance on state licensure exams. As a result, our highly sought-after alumni are known for their confidence and competence as they serve diverse populations of learners at every age and level.

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Learn from the Experts

When you pursue a degree in the Herschend School of Education, you immerse in a close community led by faculty experts who care about your success. Faculty are scholars who prioritize evidence-based practices grounded in the science of learning to best equip educators for excellence.

Faculty are also experienced teachers, specialists, administrators and speech-language pathologists, so they deeply understand both opportunities and obstacles you will face in the field of education. You’ll be paired with a faculty advisor to customize your learning plan based on your career goals.

Peter Herschend School of Education Programs at Gordon College

Undergraduate Graduate

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Hear from a Gordon College grad

“Professors were always willing to help me, mentor me, challenge me and push me to learn beyond what I could have imagined was possible. They value their students and want them to succeed. With faculty support I grew as a Christ-follower, as a person and as a teacher.”
—Alyssa Hutchinson '24

Herschend faculty discuss Gordon's legacy of equitable education

Gordon College's teacher education programs lead to initial and professional licensure in the state of Massachusetts. To learn about out-of-state licensure please go to the licensure page.

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