The goals of all programs are based on this theme. All master of arts education programs require a component in basic professional study. These studies provide the student with a set of contexts for understanding educational problems at a broader level than required in initial preparatory programs. In most graduate programs, a minimum of one course is required in each of two foundation areas. Some programs may require a course in the research methods and educational statistics area.
Additional choices are also available in basic curriculum study.
Basic professional component requirements vary among programs.