educational studies Unit
The Educational Studies Unit at Union Commonwealth University prepares students who seek to enter education-related professions. Candidates pursuing teaching, professional school personnel, or administrative careers in schools and other professional roles will find an assortment of integrated programs organized to meet their professional aspirations. All ESU programs are experiential, collaborative, standards-based, assessment-informed, research-guided, and technology-supported. Union Commonwealth University's Educational Studies Unit has an institutional commitment to educator preparation and excellence.
The teacher education programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation and the Education Professional Standards Board. This accreditation includes the initial teacher preparation and the advanced levels of professional education programs.

NCATE/CAEP Programs
Learn more about our graduate education programs here.
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ESU Student Named Watts Scholar Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Clouse formally inducted into Kentucky Teacher Hall of FameList Item 1
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Hundreds of Local Students Participate in Storybook WalkList Item 2
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ESU Receives Reaffirmation, Note for Excellence.List Item 3