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Raise High

It’s a saying engrained at the George Washington University. It means always striving to do your best, helping others, and aiming to change the world. At the Graduate School of Education and Human Development (GSEHD), we’re focused on building scholar-practitioners who aim to connect practice with action. We’re here to elevate and amplify your voice, while giving you the tools to elevate and amplify others.

At GSEHD, you’ll find yourself amongst a diverse community of students who are committed to changing the lives of others through education, leadership, counseling, and policy. Our community of dedicated, lifelong learners define who we are today and what the nation and world can become.
 

 

 

 

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Counseling & Human Development

Address diverse and critical concerns within the field of counseling. Our programs prepare students to become practitioners in an expansive range of specialties, including school counseling, clinical mental health counseling, rehabilitation counseling, and career and workforce development.

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Teacher Preparation & Curriculum Design

The curricular and pedagogical tools used in our nation’s schools are the foundation for educational and societal transformation. We offer the highest level of training for individuals preparing for a career in K-12 teaching, as well as for professionals aiming to become specialists in curriculum design.

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Educational Leadership & Policy

Our programs in education policy, leadership, and administration equip alumni to solve problems, implement new policy, and drive change for good in ways that reform and transform communities worldwide. Students integrate theory with practice to become successful leaders in their fields.

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Human and Organizational Leadership & Learning

Advance your leadership skills to effectively lead change and sustainably manage organizations of all types. Students work closely with faculty to learn theoretical applications, new research, and best practices in order to facilitate organizational growth.

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Special Education & Disability Studies

Students in our special education programs are expertly trained to meet the diverse needs of youth with, or at-risk for, disabilities. Faculty offer mentorship to help students gain the knowledge and skills to make a lasting difference in schools and communities.

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PhD in Education - Research Emphasis

Scholars make a direct impact on society and confront the most complex issues in the field of education, including evolving technology, leadership, policy, and more. Take a multi-disciplinary approach while honing your skills in a specific concentration.

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Confront Complex Issues

 

Make an impact on society and drive progress. Our graduate programs foster exceptional leadership skills, empowering educators, administrators, counselors, researchers, and more to make a difference in their respective disciplines.


 

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Turn Passion into Practice and Possibility

At GSEHD, we build and use rigorous methods to investigate important questions. Our faculty and students leverage their interests, knowledge, and analytical skills to improve education and advance social progress.

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AI in Education

As AI tools like ChatGPT are changing daily aspects of our lives, Educational Technology Leadership faculty are leading the way in guiding educators on how to incorporate these tools into the classroom, as well as discussing hot topics such as ethics and potential implications.

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Developing More Inclusive Organizations

The Humanistic Initiative, led by Dr. Shaista Khilji, fosters respect, dignity, compassion, and sustainability as the basis of leadership and organizations.


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Being a part of GSEHD has been one of the best decisions I have made. I now feel well prepared to serve the community while providing services to families and children in the DC area. Completing my education here has taught me to be independent, confident, and resilient. Thank you to GSEHD, my professors, peers, and family for your guidance and support!

Tatyana Suares (MA '20)
Clinical Mental Health Counseling

 

 

 

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Being a part of GSEHD has been one of the best decisions I have made. I now feel well prepared to serve the community while providing services to families and children in the DC area. Completing my education here has taught me to be independent, confident, and resilient. Thank you to GSEHD, my professors, peers, and family for your guidance and support!

Tatyana Suares (MA '20)
Clinical Mental Health Counseling