Our Academic Departments

The UNC Greensboro School of Education is home to five academic departments. Each brings together students, faculty, staff, and community partners who prepare professionals, advance knowledge, and strengthen the communities they serve.

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Counseling and Educational Development (CED)

Explore counseling, human development, and helping professions that support individuals, families, schools, and communities. CED includes CACREP-accredited counseling programs.

Educational Leadership and Cultural Foundations (ELC)

Explore our programs focused on developing the knowledge and skills needed to lead schools, analyze educational systems, and understand the cultural contexts that shape learning.

Information, Library, and Research Sciences (ILRS)

Build expertise in information, data, research, libraries, learning technologies, and evidence-informed decision-making. ILRS includes American Library Association (ALA) programs.

Specialized Education Services (SES)

Prepare to advance inclusive education, support individuals with specialized needs, and strengthen community services.

Teacher Education and Higher Education (TEHE)

Prepare to teach, support educators, and lead learning in schools, colleges, and other educational settings.

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