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Earn a degree from Nova Southeastern University and gain the skills and experience to drive positive change in your classroom, organization, or community.
With flexible online learning, dedicated faculty, and a practice-based curriculum, you'll graduate fully prepared for a career in education, criminal justice, leadership, or human services.
Which Field of Study Interests You?
Whether you’re already working in your current field or are looking for a career change, your graduate degree can be tailored to your academic and career needs and goals. With flexible learning options and program concentrations, NSU’s degree programs in education, criminal justice, and human services will give you the skill set to follow your passions and advance your career.
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The Fischler Academy
Get Two Degrees and a Guaranteed Job Offer

Earn both your bachelor’s and master’s degrees in just four years and receive a guaranteed job offer through NSU’s prestigious teaching academy.
Located at the Fort Lauderdale campus, The Fischler Academy offers a flexible learning experience for teaching in K-12 with individualized pathways in subjects like STEM or humanities. Apply what you learn through classroom experience and jump-start your career with a guaranteed job offer.
Learn to Serve by Joining NSU’s Army ROTC Program
The Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice is home to NSU's Army ROTC program. Develop the leadership skills needed for military service through this college elective. Learn about army officership and values, standards, and operations through classes, leadership labs, physical training, and field training exercises.
The program offers a commission as a second lieutenant in either the active army or reserve forces in a variety of career fields, including Combat Arms, Combat Support, and Combat Service Support branches.
Make a Positive Impact in Your Community
Donate your time and efforts to the Autism Institute as you develop your skills and experience as a caring educator or leader. The Autism Institute provides community support for students of all ages affected by autism.
Looking to make a positive impact in your community while also advancing your education and career? Non-degree programs provide the certifications and endorsements you need to further your career or create new businesses.
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Accreditation
The Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice (FCE & SCJ) is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).