Curriculum and Instruction Degree

In plain English, a curriculum and instruction specialist seeks to provide standardization and accountability within a teaching system to help enhance learning models and improve student achievement. The field’s core focus is to understand how students learn and create systems to best support learning. Get more details below including other Tennessee colleges that offer curriculum and instruction degrees.

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Freed – Hardeman University

1045 Bison Trail, Gallatin, TN

Freed - Hardeman University is a nonprofit private institution located in Henderson, Tennessee and provides a large number of program options for students. The school maintains a Churches of Christ affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Nearly 2,000 students enroll at Freed - Hardeman University annually.

Students can choose from many areas of study, including:

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Education
• Theology And Religious Vocations
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Family And Consumer Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 19 - 26 on the ACT or 970 - 1220 on the SAT are recommended to increase your chances for acceptance. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is around $19,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better estimate their cost of attending Freed - Hardeman University. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus for a cost of $4,400 per year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Freed - Hardeman University "Lions" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)

Contact information, academics information, areas of study offered, and more may be accessed on school's website at fhu.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Instructional Coordinators

Description

Develop instructional material, coordinate educational content, and incorporate current technology in specialized fields that provide guidelines to educators and instructors for developing curricula and conducting courses. Includes educational consultants and specialists, and instructional material directors.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, instructional coordinators employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN
  • Total Employment: 490
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.53
  • Average Annual Salary: $61430

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).