We recognize that educators need to be lifelong learners. Whether you are or aspire to be a teacher; youth development, early childhood, or health and wellness professional; school psychologist; or counselor we're here to help you begin and continue your growth throughout your entire career. Explore our programs today!
If you’re drawn to a career that makes a difference, step into a helping profession with us. We’re a trusted leader in professional education programs, continually evolving to meet the needs of today.
"I hope that you will boldly join over 12,000 School of Education alums. Rhode Island College was founded in 1854 specifically to train future teachers. You could be one of them!"-Carol Cummings, Ph.D. | Dean
Undergraduate Admission Transfer Admission Graduate Admission
If you're ready to pursue a degree after high school, hope to advance your career, want to change direction, or need to renew or add a certification or skillset – we can help guide you.
Our goal is to make obtaining certification as easy as possible. We individually assess each person's educational background and experience, and then recommend the most appropriate and seamless path to certification. Contact us today and we'll walk you through your certification-only program options:
Ask us about RIC's Credential Review Pathway (CRP) - approved by the Rhode Island Department of Education.
CRP is for individuals who:
We offer the following Certificates of Graduate Study (CGS):
The Rhode Island Writing Project (RIWP) is a network of teachers dedicated to strengthening teacher well-being and professional practice. The RIWP has provided supportive events and professional development opportunities for teachers as well as programs for students since its establishment in 1985.
Our students benefit from a new state-of-the-art facility, made possible by a $25 million dollar renovation, and the 50+ school and community partnerships we have nurtured.
"My training at RIC has shaped my teaching philosophy, my classroom performance and my constant adaptation to my students’ diverse learning styles. Today, I consider myself a more structured teacher in terms of pedagogical tools and content selection, largely thanks to the training I received."
Susan Craven recognized for her school’s impressive performance
The Feinstein School administers and coordinates all professional education programs at Rhode Island College. We offer a range of programs, including early childhood, pre-K-12, counseling, school psychology, youth development and health and wellness.
