If you’re the type of person who inspires others and likes to make a positive impact, education is a great career choice. For more than a century, New Mexico Highlands University has been the school of choice for generations of students wishing to pursue a teaching career. Our program provides a solid foundation in the latest education methods and hands-on classroom experience. We also offer a range of specialized majors in minors – early childhood multicultural education, elementary education, special education, secondary education, bilingual education, and ESL – to accommodate students’ passions.
Accreditation for teacher education programs
All of the programs offered from the School of Education undergo a strict accreditation process with State and National accreditation bodies to ensure the highest program quality. By clicking on the link above, you can access publicly available data on the various agencies and entities which accredit our programs.
New programs!
Stackable Credentials, Modules and MOOCs
Free online microcredentials for family caregivers, teachers and high school students!
It’s time to embark on a new education journey! New Mexico Highlands University, in partnership with Northern New Mexico community organizations, colleges and school districts, now offers stackable credentials, learning modules and MOOCs to help your job and career.
Free online microcredentials to boost your career/job skills.
Job prospects
Good teachers are in high demand across the country. With a degree in education, our students are prepared for work in public and private schools or to pursue a graduate degree.
Highlands: an excellent choice
New Mexico Highlands has been giving teachers real-world skills for more than 100 years – in fact, Highlands began as a teacher’s college! Our highly affordable tuition rates and small class sizes are just two factors that consistently make New Mexico Highlands #1 in student satisfaction in New Mexico.
Courses in this program are available on the main campus and at Rio Rancho, Santa Fe and Farmington.
Initial contacts and inquiries:
Undergraduate Students: Julia Andrada jaandrada@nmhu.edu 505-454-3382
Graduate Students: Jammae Valencia jdvalencia@nmhu.edu 505-426-2247
ACTP (Alternative Program) Students: Ronnette Ortiz raortiz@nmhu.edu 505-891-6932
Field Office inquiries:
Main Campus: Stephen Weatherburn sjweatherburn@nmhu.edu 505-454-3108
Rio Rancho Center: Janis Taback-Keene jkeene@nmhu.edu 505-891-6927 [msg] Find out more about the Field Office!
Need a little help with funds for school?
Grow Your Own Teacher Scholarship
Applications have closed: Teacher Preparation Affordability Scholarship
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Adapting Digestible Program Models for the Modern Learner
Presented by
Roxanne Gonzales | Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, New Mexico Highlands University
Mary Earick | Dean of the School of Education, New Mexico Highlands University
Marthann Schulte | Program Director and Lead Designer of Technology Learning Support Specialists, New Mexico Highlands University
It’s time for a new education journey!
Enroll in EDUC 4350/5350 – Supporting Online Schooling
July 2021 Intersession Course – 1 Credit Hour
Scholarship covering tuition/fees available for NMHU or Las Vegas Community Members
Four virtual-online sessions weekly: Wednesdays from 4 to 5:50 p.m.
Dates: July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28.
Improve your skills in technology for your children and your career!
This course is perfect if you:
•Have children who use computers at home
•Want to improve your online skills for a new job
•Use the internet, enjoy it and want to use it more
•Are a teacher and want to use more technology with your students in and out of the classroom
During the course, students will receive stackable credentials (badges/certificate) recognized by NNM community groups, colleges and public schools.
Course Features
Coaching help available
Self-paced to fit your schedule
Receive a badge in 60-90 minutes
Complete modules with any smartphone
Badges recognized in NNM for jobs and training
Questions?
Email marthannschulte@nmhu.edu
Admission Form:
https://apply.nmhu.edu/register/soefreecourse
