About

Learn about UL Lafayette's College of Education & Human Development, home to three departments and the School of Kinesiology, and its mission.

The College of Education & Human Development is one of the largest providers of certified teachers in Louisiana and was the first in the state to earn national accreditation for teacher education. About 1,500 students study in the college, and about 300 graduate each year, prepared for careers as teachers, counselors, educational leaders, and kinesiology professionals.

The college is home to the Department of Educational Curriculum & Instruction, the Department of Educational Foundations & Leadership, the Department of Counseling, and the School of Kinesiology. Explore our academic programs.

Our Mission

The mission of the College of Education & Human Development is built on the three pillars of the academy: teaching, scholarship, and service. A commitment to high standards in each of these areas enables the college to be responsive to community, regional, and state needs while addressing national and international concerns. Through teaching, scholarship, and service, the college strives to prepare outstanding teachers, educational leaders, and other professionals in related fields, while developing public and private partnerships that systematically improve education.

Directory

Meet the college's leadership, faculty, and staff.

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Office of Student Services

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Accreditation

Learn about our CAEP-, CAATE-, and CACREP-accredited programs and annual accountability reports.

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Programs, Centers & Labs

Explore our centers for gifted education, STEM learning, literacy, and kinesiology research.

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News & Events

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