The accelerated Master of Science in Elementary Education Unified results in an elementary education unified licensure endorsement that qualifies you to teach in an elementary or special education classroom for kindergarten to 6th grade.
The accelerated program is structured so that you can work toward your masters degree in Elementary Education and Special Education in a flexible format built for working adults.
Take advantage of the licensure option, giving you the same ability to teach in an elementary setting in just 21-24 months. Prior to the student teaching semester, you can work full time while taking online courses.
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USD 368 is very grateful for our partnership with MidAmerica Nazarene University. As we continue to rely upon the para-to-teacher pipeline to fill our special education teaching positions, MNU has been an active part of that transformation. By offering our staff much needed financial support, flexible scheduling for working adults and a welcoming culture, MNU is one of our employees' go-to higher ed institutions for transiting into certified teachers.
- Justin Burchett, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources USD#368
A degree from MNU is a competitively priced, affordable option designed for students with a busy schedule. We’re here to help you find the best options to assist you as you work toward earning your degree. Apply now or connect with admissions to learn more: pgadmissions@mnu.edu or 913.971.3800
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Your degree is an investment in your future. We have a variety of different payment options available, so you can choose the option or combination of options, that best fits your situation. The total cost will be calculated based on your program and can be divided into multiple payments.
The Federal Direct Student Loan Program is an additional payment option. MNU School Code: 007032. Information and applications may be obtained from the Student Financial Aid Services Office at 913.971.3298 or finaid@mnu.edu.
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Our program is fully accredited by CAEP and KSDE. Coursework is completed online, and our instructors often enhance their lessons with podcasts, vodcasts, social networking, wikis, and other electronic delivery technology. Students may also engage in real-time webcasts with instructors throughout the program using virtual collaboration tools.
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PhD; Organic Chemistry, Yale University
MS; Organic Chemistry, Yale University
BS; Chemistry, Denison University
Dr. Hodges began her career in higher education at Azusa Pacific University as a chemistry professor from 2008 to 2014. She then moved to MNU where she taught and in 2018 was appointed Chair of the Department of Natural, Health, and Mathematical Sciences. From 2022-2023, before accepting the Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Hodges was the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.
Dr. Hodges’ career research has focused on protein folding and protein engineering, and she has mentored over twenty students in these research projects. She has also furthered the MNU first-year experience program and chaired the General Education committee for five years. Dr. Hodges was recognized as the MNU Faculty of the Year in 2021.
Dr. Hodges lives in Olathe with her husband Ryan and two boys.