College of Education
Teachers and counselors give individuals the support they need to thrive, leaving a lasting impact on families and communities across the globe. There always is a need for compassionate, qualified professionals with a strong desire to help others. At Faulkner University we offer a well-rounded approach that blends academic and spiritual guidance rooted in Christian values.
Degree Programs
Whether you’re seeking an on-campus experience, an online program, or graduate studies, we offer a wide variety of programs to help you achieve your goals!
Internships & Career Services
Our Career Services office serves students, alumni, and employers. We are here to help you achieve your internship, job, and career goals.
Teacher Education Program (TEP)
Learn more about our Teacher Education Program!
College Faculty
Jeannie Allen
Assistant Professor
Sandy Ledwell
Professor / Dean, COE
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COLLEGE OF EDUCATION NEWS
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MONTGOMERY, Ala.- Faulkner University’s leadership made the decision to again implement a tuition freeze for the 2024-2025 academic school year. Faulkner University President Mitch Henry made the announcement earlier today that the university will not be raising...
Dr. Hamby Serves As The New Professor of Accounting
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Faulkner Alumnus, Coach Knapp Saves Girl’s Life
By Clip Knapp Chuck Knapp and his wife, Julie Knapp center, pose with their two sons. There are countless reasons to be proud of the time spent at Faulkner University and the accomplishments of its graduates. The very least of which is all the time they spent in a...
Alumnus Preserves State History In Digital Age
Justin Rudder Alumnus Justin Rudder still remembers his graduation day from Faulkner University. It was a day in which he felt celebrated by his peers and by his professors. Now, as a Digital Asset Archivist at the Alabama Department of Archives and History, he uses...
Spiritual Awakening at Faulkner: 55 Students Baptized
37 student athletes pose after being baptized at University Church of Christ. “Ask, and it shall be given you,” is a promise Jesus tells his disciples in the Gospel of Matthew 7:7. Since taking office as president of Faulkner University, Mitch Henry and many other...
Accreditation
The College of Education is a CAEP-accredited school of education offering degrees in both undergraduate and graduate degree areas. We are dedicated to ensuring that our graduates are prepared as highly qualified, dedicated, and reflective practitioners. We pride ourselves in meeting the needs of educators through our curriculum and clinical experiences. The college’s faculty is committed to helping candidates become well-rounded professionals. The faculty members are particularly devoted to guiding candidates in their pursuit of service to the community while also developing their professional skills.
College of Education teacher candidates are often recognized for their scholarly achievements, campus leadership roles, and service to the community. Our candidates represent the true Faulkner spirit in their desire to be servant leaders. Our College of Education alumni have gone on to serve their communities through the field of education in leadership roles at the local, state, and national levels.
The College of Education has strong partnerships with P-12 schools and districts across the River Region.
The College of Education at Faulkner University is hosting an accreditation visit by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) on April 6-8, 2026. Interested parties are invited to submit third-party comments to the evaluation team. Please note that comments must address substantive matters related to the quality of professional education programs offered, and should specify the party’s relationship to the provider (i.e., graduate, present or former faculty member, employer of graduates).
We invite you to submit written testimony to:
CAEP
1140 19th Street NW, Suite 400
Washington, DC 20036
Or by email to: callforcomments@caepnet.org
Such comments must be within the specified period and based on the core tenets of CAEP accreditation standards of excellence, which recognize that:
In CAEP’s performance-based system, accreditation is based on evidence that demonstrates that teacher candidates know the subject and can teach it effectively so that students learn. In the CAEP system, EPPs must prove that candidates can connect theory to practice and be effective in an actual P-12 classroom
A professional education provider that is accredited by CAEP is expected to be involved in ongoing planning and evaluation; engaged in continuous assessment and development; ensure that faculty and programs reflect new knowledge, practice, and technologies; and be involved in continuous development in response to the evolving world of education and educational reform.
Comments must address substantive matters related to the quality of professional education programs offered, and should specify the respondent’s relationship, if any, to the institution (i.e., graduate, present or former faculty member, employer of graduates). Copies of all correspondence received will be sent to the university for comment prior to the review.