The Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction degree is a 30-hour program which will prepare specialists in curriculum and instruction design, management, and implementation in PK-12 and post-secondary learning environments. In addition to this focus, a student-selected cognate will afford the opportunity for advanced study in a complementary area. Students who satisfactorily complete the M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction will be prepared to serve as curriculum specialists, in both public and private, as well as PK-12 and postsecondary education endeavors. Individual cognate choices within the Curriculum and Instruction program can be tailored to meet certain requirements for certificated areas.