College of Education & Human Development
Empowering educators with practical research, innovative teaching, and a passion for service — preparing the next generation of teachers, counselors, school leaders, and human-development professionals.
Preparing educators to prepare the next generation
Welcome to the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD). The college, along with the university, had its origin in 1877. We became fully accredited in 1972 by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE — the predecessor to CAEP).
The vision of the College of Education and Human Development is to be the premier Urban institution of choice within the state of Mississippi, the region, and the nation for the preparation of teachers, counselors and mental health professionals, professional development specialists, school leaders, and other school-related professional practitioners — with the latest in technology and best practices, and as responsive educators with adaptive expertise.
- College
- Education and Human Development (CEHD)
- Founded
- 1877 (with Jackson State University)
- Accredited
- 1972 by NCATE (now CAEP)
- Departments
- 5 academic + 2 special programs
- Centers
- 9 professional centers
- Phone
- (601) 979-2433
- Address
- 1400 John R. Lynch St., Jackson, MS 39217–0280
U.S. PREP partner institution
U.S. PREP National Center for Educator Preparation Transformation
CEHD is proud of its designation as a provider institution and partner with the U.S. PREP National Center for Educator Preparation Transformation — advancing systemic transformation in educator preparation programs.
Our mission statement
COEHD is committed to social justice where students gain a greater understanding of power dynamics, develop respect for cultural differences, and learn how to affect positive change in their communities. Our commitment is reflected in all that we do — our vision, mission, teaching, research, and service with our school districts, schools, community colleges, organizations, agencies, and other partners.
In the COEHD, we value the mission of Jackson State University “to provide quality teaching, research/scholarship, and service. We are a vibrant, thriving teaching and learning community that promotes equity, justice, and excellence in diverse urban settings. The college prepares educators, counselors, and leaders based on effective pedagogy, evidence-based practices, collaboration, leadership, innovation scholarship, and advocacy” — implementing the President Pillars of student-centeredness, teamwork and collegiality, and pursuit of academic excellence, supporting student success, and engaging our surrounding community.
CEHD by the numbers
1,597
Awarded in 2020.
#7
Ranked HBCU by College Consensus.
51K
CEHD alumni making impact globally.
Departments & programs
Each of our 7 departments provides engaging academic programs taught by our supportive and diverse faculty members. Whether your goal is to be a teacher, counselor, administrator, researcher, community advocate, or higher-education leader, we can help you meet your goals.
Undergraduate, graduate & lifelong learning
Nine professional centers
Students, faculty, and industry leaders connect across a wide array of professional centers that help students grow in their discipline.
Invest in CEHD students
Contribute to the College
Whether you are a JSU alum looking to give back, or a supporter who wants to invest in our students, making a gift to the College of Education and Human Development allows us to continue nurturing and educating the next generation of global leaders.
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Ready to become an educator?
Apply now, request information, or contact CEHD to explore our programs and centers.
Contact CEHD
1400 John R. Lynch Street
Jackson, MS 39217–0280