17 Master's degrees offered by the university

A master's in Higher Education Leadership and Administration at Canisius College equips you for a wide range of careers in higher education administration, at public and private colleges and universities.

Our flexible Instructional Technologies and Curriculum Design program at Canisius College offers three different options, depending on your needs and goals. 

The Master in Literacy Education program from Canisius College combines academic courses – in a online format- to meet your needs as a working education professional. 

The Childhood Education and Special Education (All Grades) program at Canisius College is designed for those dedicated to meet the needs of students with disabilities, placing a strong emphasis on theory, research and practicum experience.

This Teaching Students with Disabilities - All Grades program from Canisius College prepares candidates already holding initial certification in Early Childhood (B-2), Childhood (1-6) or Adolescence (7-12) certificate to gain Initial and professional Certification in Students with Disabilities (All Grades).

School counselors focus on academic support, social and emotional needs, and career readiness of students in kindergarten through grade 12. Time can be spent working with individual students, small groups, classrooms, other professionals and parents. Pursue a Master's in School Counseling from Canisius College and make a difference in the life of students. 

Are you interested in helping children who are non-native English speakers learn the language? A degree in Childhood Education and TESOL from Canisius College will help you break into a teaching field that serves a high-needs student population.

While the Physical Education (Online) from Canisius College program does not provide health education certification directly, you can take your undergraduate and graduate health credits to your respective state for health certification approval. 

The Western New York Teacher Residency Degree Program at Canisius College is designed for those dedicated to meet the needs of students with disabilities, placing a strong emphasis on theory, research and practicum experience.

Our program Educational Leadership and Supervision from Canisius College.  will provide you with the skills and knowledge for SBL, SDL or SDBL certification so you can take your career to new levels and provide professional supervision in schools around New York State.

The engaging courses you’ll take and expert faculty you’ll work with in our Informal Education and Interpretation program of Canisius College will prepare you for meaningful careers in continuous learning throughout the country. 

If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of young adults in grades 7-12, consider a Master’s in Adolescence Education at Canisius College. 

Physical education teachers make a big difference in the lives of children, as they promote physical activities and healthy habits. A Master’s in Physical Education (Initial Certification) from Canisius College takes you to the next step as a physical education teacher, equipping you to apply cutting edge instruction skills and real-world knowledge in today’s diverse school settings.

Special education teachers are dedicated to helping students with special needs and developmental challenges learn and grow. If you are an educator looking to build on a rewarding and challenging teaching career, working with children and youth of different abilities, consider a Master’s degree in Special Education (Advanced) at Canisius College.

The demand for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from Canisius College is increasing throughout the country and abroad, opening a world of career opportunities. 

If you have a content major from another university, this program enables you to take an additional six courses to earn both Adolescence Education-Students with Disabilities Generalist 7-12 at Canisius College certifications. 

This Education- General program at Canisius College offers students a personalized pathway to obtain their teaching certification, allowing them to select relevant coursework that meets the requirements set by NYS.