Central Methodist University-College of Graduate & Extended Studies

Central Methodist University-College of Graduate & Extended Studies Academics

Central Methodist University, or CMU, is a private liberal arts university located in Fayette, Missouri. Established in 1854, the university has been affiliated with the Methodist denomination from its earliest days. The university is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

The College of Graduate and Extended Studies at CMU allows students across the state of Missouri to earn their associate’s, bachelor’s or master’s degree in a variety of fields. Extended campuses can be found at the following locations:

• Clinton
• Columbia
• Grandin
• Lake of the Ozarks
• Macon
• Park Hills
• Poplar Bluff
• Rolla
• Sedalia
• St. Louis – Child Development Program, multiple sites
• St. Louis Adult Degree Progam
• Trenton
• Waynesville
• Union

Classes at the extended campuses typically meet during afternoon or evening hours to accommodate working adults. The curricula vary by location, but all are designed for students who already have an associate’s degree or its equivalent. Professional and personal development courses are also taught at each of the extended campuses. These continuing education programs offer workplace skills or simply the pleasure of lifelong learning.

Central Methodist University offers three graduate degree programs. The master’s degree is the highest award that the university confers. Each graduate program is available at select campus locations; not every CMU extended campus will offer a graduate degree.

Master of Education

The Master of Education Degree at CMU is available at Fayette, Union and Park Hills campuses. Students follow a 36 credit hour curriculum, but individuals tailor their coursework to meet their specific needs. Working adults can complete the program on a part-time basis. Teachers enroll in the program as a means to improve their pedagogical knowledge as well as move up the pay scale. Applicants must hold an appropriate bachelor’s degree and submit two letters of recommendation.

Central Methodist University has partnered with Virtual Education Software Company to bring computer-based instruction to students in the Master of Education program. Each computer-based module awards 2 or 3 credit hours upon completion. These courses can serve as a convenient means for educators to meet professional development requirements.

Master of Science in Clinical Counseling

The Master of Science in Clinical Counseling prepares graduates to work in public or private counseling environments. Successful graduates will be Licensed Professional Counselors in the state of Missouri. Central Methodist University offers this degree at both the Park HIlls and Sedalia campuses.

The clinical counseling program includes 48 credit hours of coursework. Supervised field work constitutes 6 of these hours, while students dedicate 4 hours to their theses. A student taking classes full-time can expect to finish the program within 3 years.

Master of Science in Nursing

Central Methodist University’s Master of Science in Nursing degree prepares students to become Clinical Nurse Leaders (CNL). The job of a CNL is to manage a team of nurses, stay current on nursing research and theory, and alter care plans should the need arise. The focus of the program is on the development of leadership skills and a scholarly approach to human health sciences.

The Master of Science in Nursing program is offered in Columbia, Rolla, and St. Louis – St. Anthony. Students can also complete the program entirely online.