Online Programs
Peabody College online degrees are for experienced professionals, educators and leaders who are ready to expand their impact and create lasting change while earning an education on their terms and timeline.
Built on Peabody College’s tradition of excellence and innovation, our online professional programs equip you to advance your career within a timeline that fits your professional schedule. We understand that many professionals can't afford to leave their careers and homes to attend classes full-time, so our online programs are designed specifically for working professionals who are looking to upgrade their careers while maintaining a full-time job.
Expert Faculty
Learn from Peabody faculty who are expert researchers, educators, psychologists, child development experts, sociologists, economists, political scientists, neuroscientists, philosophers and historians of education, and quantitative methodologists.
Research and Practice-based Curriculum
Learn from a high-quality curriculum rooted in robust research and practice. Peabody College curriculum focuses on teaching how to use research-based concepts in practice.
Flexible Online Courses
Learn and access world-class education from anywhere in the world while maintaining your current career and commitments. Built on Peabody College’s tradition of excellence and innovation, our online professional programs equip you to advance your career within a timeline that fits your professional schedule.
Online Programs Curriculum and Class Structure
Peabody College online professional degrees are designed for working professionals who want the flexibility of an online format without sacrificing connection or rigor.
Live Interactive Sessions
Engage with faculty and classmates through synchronous live sessions each week. Ask questions, participate in discussions, and collaborate in real-time.
Weekly Asynchronous Learning
Complete readings, assignments, and activities on your own schedule. Learn at your own pace while meeting program milestones.
Optional On-Campus Convenings
Some programs offer optional on-campus experiences where you can connect with faculty and peers in person, deepening your Vanderbilt Peabody College community connections.
Key Application Info
Online Programs
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Applied Behavior Analysis Online
Our online Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program offers rigorous preparation for individuals pursuing ABA careers in clinics, schools and other education settings. Students learn the philosophical underpinnings of behavior analysis, applications of relevant concepts to develop behavior assessment and behavior change procedures, and considerations for selecting and implementing interventions. -
Educational Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness Online
The Educational Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness Online M.Ed. is designed for professionals who want to develop skills in leadership behavior, organizational change, data analytics and strategic improvement in order to take on more leadership roles and expand their influence within educational organizations.Learn more about Educational Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness Online
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Innovative Design and Technology in Education Online
The online master's in Innovative Design and Technology in Education (IDeaTE) is for students interested in how technology is applied in learning environments by leveraging learning theories, human-centered design, learning and data analytics, AI and other emerging technologies.Learn more about Innovative Design and Technology in Education Online
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Multilingual Education Online
Multilingual Education Online is a fully online master of education (M.Ed.) program that prepares professionals to excel in three high-demand areas: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), improving learning through applied research, and advancing leadership in language education. -
Online Doctor of Education in Leadership and Learning in Organizations (Ed.D.)
The doctor of education (Ed.D.) in leadership and learning in organizations is developed by faculty within Vanderbilt Peabody College of education and human development. The program is designed for mid-career professionals who hold at least three years of leadership experience and are inspired to drive positive systemic change. Bridging the divide between theory and practice, the program equips students with the deep understanding and contextual experience needed to lead organizational change across industries.Learn more about Online Doctor of Education in Leadership and Learning in Organizations (Ed.D.)