Social Foundations & Leadership Education

The Social Foundations & Leadership Education department includes programs in the College of Education that seek to prepare students for teaching and leading in our global society. Our Social Foundations of Education program provides students a foundation in the field that demonstrates the significant role that they will have as educators in the future.

The graduate degrees and certificate programs we offer extend beyond this foundation, reflecting the UNG mission by providing a rigorous academic environment focused on inclusivity, community partnerships, research, and creativity. Students who are pre-service and current teachers, K-12 administrators, and higher education practitioners benefit from the expertise of our faculty who model successful pedagogy, service, and scholarship.

Our Commitment To Our Students, Faculty, And Staff

At the University of North Georgia, we deeply value and uphold the cherished right of every American to freely express themselves. It is a hallmark of our history, our tradition, and permeates our culture. As a distinguished Senior Military College, with a legacy spanning over 150 years, we take great pride in our role of cultivating leaders who tirelessly defend these fundamental freedoms for all citizens. The legacy of our graduates in this regard is second to none.

As campus leaders, our primary responsibility is to cultivate an academic environment that ensures this exchange of ideas and the safety of our community. Across all five campuses, we are committed to fostering a welcoming atmosphere where individuals feel empowered to freely express themselves and engage in exploration and learning. However, it is essential that these rights are exercised in a manner that upholds our academic mission, preserves the safety of all, and is in accordance with our institutional policies, without unlawful behavior. This means breaking the law, harassment, intimidation, trespassing, violence, and other criminal acts will not be tolerated at the University of North Georgia.

Together, let's uphold the principles of respect, understanding, and civility as we equip our students to walk toward their purpose.

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Social Foundations & Leadership Education

Curriculum & Instruction (M.Ed.)

Education Pathway

Educational Leadership Certificate Add-on, Tier II

Educational Leadership Certification, Tier I

Educational Leadership, Tier II (Ed.S.)

Higher Education Leadership & Practice (Ed.D.)

Transfer Leadership and Practice Post-Master’s Certificate