WKU at Fort Knox brings Western Kentucky University to you, providing the convenience and flexibility
you need to complete your degree close to home.
Our goal is to provide flexible classes, academic resources and student support to
help you meet your academic goals. We offer many academic programs in a combination of In-Person and Online course formats, as well as 100% Online options.
Programs marked with a "*" indicate that the program is offered in Fort Knox only.
The field of business data analytics explores the interplays between technology, business, and society. Business data
analytics utilizes information management tools for the processing, management, and
analysis of data that relates to business. Graduates in Business Data Analytics serve
as a bridge between the builders and users of technology and global innovations.
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Child & Family Services - Child Studies Concentration, BS
The Bachelor of Science in Child & Family Services, Child Studies Concentration, is designed to develop understanding of children and their needs.
Graduates will be prepared to work in a child-focused environment and work in careers
such as: agency director/manager, case management, head start, child advocacy, youth
counselor, extension agent, and child welfare.
Child & Family Services - Family Studies Concentration, BS
The central purpose of the Bachelor of Science in Child & Family Services, Family Studies Concentration is to prepare graduates who are interested in working in a family-focused environment.
The graduates will have a broad knowledge base working with children and families
and be prepared to work in child care, community centers, extension services, or family
life education.
The online Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Technology degree helps students earn the credentials needed to build a strong foundation in
the computer information technology industry. Information technology (IT) is an integral
part of modern life and business.
The Computer Information Technology program at WKU can help you prepare for many of
these exciting careers, including: Computer Network Architect, Computer Programmer,
Computer Support Specialist, Computer Systems Analyst, Database Administrator, Information
Security Analyst, Network and Computer Systems Administrator, Software Developer,
and Web Developer.
As sociologists, criminologists study factors such as when and where crimes are most
often committed, the reasons for criminal behavior, and the types of crimes most often
committed. They may also research crime's effect on society at large, and the government's
response to crime.
Many graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in Criminology degree work in law enforcement, the prison system, juvenile corrections, probation
or parole, or use the bachelor’s degree to prepare for graduate or law school.
The Elementary Education undergraduate program at WKU leads to the Bachelor of Science degree and the Kentucky Elementary Certificate (P-5). Elementary Education is a Program Area in the School of Teacher Education in the
College of Education and Behavioral Sciences. All teacher certification programs are
accredited by Kentucky's Education Professional Standards Board and the National Council
for the Accreditation of Teacher Education and require completion of at least 200
hours of field experiences in appropriate off-campus settings.
Teacher candidates are provided opportunities to serve as reflective decision makers
in instructional settings of diverse learners in both upper and lower grade levels
in elementary classrooms in the local school systems.
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Elementary Education: ElEd/Special Ed, BS
The Elementary Education undergraduate program at WKU leads to the Bachelor of Science degree and the Kentucky
Special Education and Elementary Certificate (P-5). Both Special Education and Elementary
Education is a Program Area in the School of Teacher Education in the College of Education
and Behavioral Sciences. All teacher certification programs are accredited by Kentucky's
Education Professional Standards Board and the National Council for the Accreditation
of Teacher Education and require completion of at least 200 hours of field experiences
in appropriate off-campus settings.
Teacher candidates are provided opportunities to serve as reflective decision makers
in instructional settings of diverse learners in both upper and lower grade levels
in elementary classrooms in the local school systems.
Theengineering technology management programis a capstone program that provides a two-year management emphasis for those working
toward a supervisory position in industry. Graduates are empowered to obtain a position
of leadership in business, industry or workforce development in support of innovation
and global competitiveness holding positions such as technology educator, industrial
plant manager, and systems manager.
Health Care Administration, an AUPHA Certified undergraduate program at WKU, is a
profession that provides management leadership in one of the nation's largest service
industries.
The Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration (HCA) prepares you for high demand positions in many health care settings: including clinics,
consulting firms, health insurance organizations, healthcare associations, hospitals,
medical supplies, long-term care facilities, and rehabilitation centers.
The Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences degree is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a health and human
sciences related career. Students may select from three concentrations:
Health Services Leadership & Management: The main focus of this concentration is home and community-based services. This concentration
is available 100% online or in-person.
Health Sciences-Allied Health: This concentration is for graduates with an Associate of Applied Sciences in a health-related
field. The remaining required courses to complete the Bachelor of Science in Health
Sciences can be completed 100% online or in-person.
Preparatory Health Sciences: This concentration is designed to prepare students for a postgraduate or professional
degree in a health-related field. This option is not available online; however, several
courses may be completed at a distance, allowing for increased flexibility.
Graduates will be prepared to work in careers such as patient navigators, respite
care services, assisted living, home health care, and other health-related professions.
The Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) is a degree designed for students interested in developing a unique degree plan around
a chosen area of emphasis to support professional and personal life goals.
Depending on the chosen emphasis, graduates can work in a variety of settings including
corporations, government agencies, educational settings, non-profit organizations,
and social service and human resource agencies.
The Business Administration option of the Bachelor of Science in Management degree provides a broad business perspective for students who eventually wish to be
involved in profit or goal management responsibilities.
Graduates can expect to start their career with an entry-level position with some
organization and move progressively upward through a series of line and/or staff positions.
This program leads to theBachelor of Science degree and the Kentucky Provisional Middle Grades Education (grades
5-9) certificatefor teaching English/Language Arts and/or Social Studies.
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Organizational Leadership, BS
The Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership provides an academic foundation for the professional and career-focused study of
leadership principles and skills. The combination of leadership, management, and global
and social-cultural perspectives provides graduates with the knowledge and skills
necessary to provide effective leadership at various levels and in a variety of occupational
settings such as business, government, non-profit organizations, healthcare, and service
industries.
The Bachelor of Arts Degree in Professional Legal Studies is approved by the American Bar Association and provides paralegals with a well-rounded, balanced education founded on a beneficial
mix of general education, theory, ethics and procedure stressing understanding and
reasoning rather than rote learning of facts.
Paralegals, also called legal assistants, work in a wide range of professional settings
and are an integral part of the legal team. Under the direct supervision of attorneys,
paralegals perform legal research, legal writing, litigation management & support,
and legal technology support.
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Psychology, BA
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology is a great program for those interested in helping others and who want to understand
why people behave the way they do. This program is suitable for those interested in
pursuing specific career paths in psychology, including clinical, counseling, and
school as well as other related applied areas of psychology like forensic and sport
psychology.
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Public Health, BS
The Bachelor of Science in Public Health provides students with a broad-based foundation to address the health and well-being
of populations and communities. Graduates are prepared for a wide range of health-related
professions.
Social work is a rewarding and challenging field for people who are interested in
making a difference in the lives of people and their communities. As professionals,
social workers are concerned with the issues that affect our population and generate
our current social issues and challenges, some of which are quite controversial. Social
workers must be willing to confront these challenges and work towards changing them.
To do this, social workers become involved with individuals and families, groups and
organizations, and even entire communities as their clients. Social workers must also
be flexible enough to work with people of many ages, backgrounds, and cultures.
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Sociology, BA
The Bachelor of Arts in Sociology is designed to further awareness and understanding of social life including the social
causes and consequences of human behavior in groups, organizations, societies, and
various cultures. Students may select from four concentrations or they may choose
the general major.
Completion provides a broad background for students pursuing a variety of careers
by helping them develop valuable skills useful for research, human services, government,
business and industry, and non-profit sectors.
Workforce Administration (WFA)is a professional bachelors degree program developed for Community/Technical College
graduates, adult learners, and career-focused students.
WFA compliments your prior coursework and prepares you for supervisory and managerial
responsibilities in a variety of industries.
TheDoctor of Education in Educational Leadership is designed to meet the needs of professionals looking to lead social change and
impact educational organizations. The transfer-friendly, 60-credit hour program focuses
on the complexities of educational leadership and prepares professionals to become
scholarly practitioners ready to transform and manage organizations.
The Master of Science in Biology provides advanced training in Biology. The non-thesis option is 100% online. Graduates
go on to pursue career opportunities in teaching, research, and public service.
The Master of Business Administration provides a professional graduate education that focuses on providing a real-world
business experience. Graduates are prepared for successful business careers and organizational
leadership.
The Master of Science in Child and Family Studies focuses on advanced study in the growth and development of the individual and family.
The program is for persons interested in working with children and families outside
of the public school system.
TheTeacher Leaderprograms are designed to empower teachers to address authentic needs in classroom
management, differentiated instruction, and most importantly improve student learning.
Teacher leaders are essential in leading schools to overcome student barriers to learning,
particularly those that emerge from high-need environments. Placing highly trained
teachers who are prepared for systemic change and leadership in schools will help
close achievement gaps, facilitate learning for all students, and develop equitable
practices to meet the needs of diverse learners.
The 100%online Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM) prepares students for a variety of professions that require a deep understanding
of technology, business, leadership, management, and engineering capabilities. Designed with professionals in mind, all courses can be completed online, allowing
you to earn your degree without sacrificing your job or lifestyle.
The onlineMaster of Science in Environmental and Occupational Health Science (EOHS) focuses on the protection of human health from environmental hazards in the
air, water, soil and food, and prevention of health hazards in workplaces and the
natural environment.
TheM.A.E. in Gifted Education and Talent Developmentoffers two distinct online pathways leading up to the practicum, which must be completed
face-to-face over a two-week period at for the practicum in gifted education. The
pathways are designed to serve both educators and researchers.
TheExecutive Master of Health Administrationallows health care professionals the opportunity to strengthen their education in
the healthcare industry. Graduates of this program pursue management leadership opportunities
as a healthcare professional.
The Master of Arts in History is designed to engage students in the discipline of history and prepare students
for the teaching of history on the junior and senior college level and provide the
initial graduate work for those who intend to pursue a doctoral degree.
The Master of Science in Instructional Design prepares professionals to improve learning and performance for people of all ages
in a variety of settings by applying systematic instructional design methodologies
and a variety of instructional strategies to accomplish established goals. Graduates
of the program assume leadership roles in public or private organizations as instructional
designers, trainers in businesses, corporations, school and university settings, government
agencies, and military services.
The Master of Arts in Education in Early Childhood Education/Teacher Leader program is designed to prepare educators to create and plan experiences and instruction
that support the development and learning of infants, toddlers, preschool children,
and kindergarten children (birth through five years), and their families, including
those with disabilities.
Graduates are prepared for positions in public schools, First Steps, Head Start programs,
child care centers, and other public and private agencies serving young children and
families. In addition, graduates may serve in leadership roles, such as preschool
consultant, professional development provider, and child evaluation specialist.
Libraries, Informatics, and Technology in Education, MS
The Master of Science in Libraries, Informatics, and Technology in Education primary focus is to prepare school librarians for information services and educational
technology. Graduates of the program pursue positions such as library media specialists,
training development specialists, educational technology specialists, and information
service specialists in schools, colleges, public libraries, and private organizations.
The Master of Arts in Literacy provides opportunities for students to develop their knowledge and skills in literacy
instruction, assessment, and leadership. Graduates from this program are prepared
to work in a diverse and dynamic world in leadership roles in public schools, educational
programs and institutions, and private and corporate sectors.
The Master of Arts in Mathematics degree is intended for students who are secondary teachers who already hold teacher
certification and are seeking rank change through earning a Master's degree.
The Master of Arts in Education in Middle Grades Education for Teacher Leaders is designed to develop Teacher Leaders who can positively impact
student learning in their classrooms and schools.
The Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership gives professional training that is based upon knowledge from business, economics,
communication, organizational functioning, leadership principles, political science,
psychology and research. This flexible degree program prepares you for leadership
opportunities in a variety of industries that will take your career to greater heights.
The Master of Public Health provides students with a broad-based foundation to address the health and well-being
of populations and communities. Graduates are prepared for a wide range of health-related
professions.
Depending on the concentration, graduates pursue careers working as K-12 coaches and
athletic administrators, facility and event managers, and in areas of intercollegiate
athletics, marketing, merchandising, public relations, and branding.
SecondaryEducation for Teacher Leaders, MAE
The Master of Arts in Education in Secondary Education for Teacher Leaders is designed to develop Teacher Leaders who can positively impact student learning
in their classrooms and schools.
The Master of Social Work program prepares students for professional social work practice at the graduate level
to meet the needs of increasingly diverse rural populations. It is particularly dedicated
to addressing the work-force needs of agencies that serve families and communities.
The Special Education Initial Certification in Learning and Behavior Disorders program, which will lead to a Master of Arts in Teaching, is for individuals who are seeking initial certification in LBD and may or may not
be currently employed as a teacher of students with Learning and Behavior disorders. The
program introduces students to the profession of special education.
Special Education for Moderate & Severe Disabilities, MAE
The Master of Arts/Teacher Leader in Special Education for Moderate and Severe Disabilities
Advanced Preparation program is designed to develop Teacher Leaders who can positively impact student
learning in their classrooms and schools while serving students with Moderate and
Severe Disabilities (MSD).
Special Education for Learning & Behavior Disorders, MAE
The MAE in Special Education, Learning and Behavior Disorders (LBD), is program is designed to develop Teacher Leaders who can positively impact
student learning in their classrooms and schools while serving students with Learning
and Behavior Disorders.
The Master of Science in Communication Disorders is designed to prepare professional speech pathologists to meet the needs of the
communicatively impaired in hospitals, clinics, nursing facilities, and schools.
*The Community College Faculty Preparation certificate may be completed at a distance
with advisor approval and proper planning. The discipline specific requirement of
18 hours may be completed online in certain subject areas. Students may select an
area of emphasis from any of the online MA or MS programs, if an online pathway is
needed.
