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
Sandy Ledwell
Professor / Dean, COE
Tiffany Till
Field & Pre-K Services Coordinator
Heath Willingham
Director of MSC
Nicki McLeod
Lecturer
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COLLEGE OF EDUCATION NEWS
Faulkner Benefit Dinner Honors Individuals With Disabilities and Explores the Future of Global Security
Mike Pompeo and Sir Richard Moore on stage at the Faulkner University Benefit Dinner. More than 2,000 guests gathered in downtown Montgomery on October 8 for Faulkner University’s Annual Benefit Dinner, an evening that brought together community leaders, university...
Faulkner University Police Department Ramps Up Campus Security Â
Over the past two years, the Faulkner Police Department has implemented several significant security enhancements designed to strengthen campus safety, improve visibility, and expand technological capability. One of the most impactful improvements is that the...
EPIC GAMES DESIGNER JOINS FAULKNER’S DIGITAL MEDIA FACULTY
Aaron Washington We are excited to announce that Aaron Washington has joined The Digital Media Department as an Adjunct Professor. In his full-time role, Aaron is a Brand Designer for Epic Games. As a premier interactive entertainment company and 3D engine technology...
Faulkner Celebrates First Graduates of the RMI ProgramÂ
l-r Ed Pappanastos, Mitch Henry, Robert Bowler, Bud Stumbaugh, Christa Minniefield, Justin Bond and Rayla Black. Just 14 months after launching the Stumbaugh School of Risk Management and Insurance (RMI), Faulkner University proudly celebrates the graduation of its...
Tickets SOLD OUT to Faulkner University’s Annual Benefit Dinner Featuring Mike Pompeo and Sir Richard Moore
Faulkner University leadership announced today that tickets are sold out to its Annual Benefit Dinner, to be held on Thursday October 8 at the Renaissance Convention Center in downtown Montgomery, according to Rebecca Burylo, a spokesperson for Faulkner University....
Instructional Design at Faulkner
Partnering with faculty to create clear, engaging, accessible, and student-centered learning experiences. Instructional Design is a collaborative partnership focused on creating meaningful and effective learning experiences for students. Faculty bring valuable...
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:Â 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.