Prepares students to effectively manage conflict and promote positive interactions in educational and youth-centered settings. Through coursework in human development, peace education, restorative justice, and cultural dynamics, students develop practical skills to support constructive dialogue and problem-solving. Whether pursuing careers in non-profits, teaching, juvenile justice, counseling, or community programs, graduates will be equipped to create supportive learning environments and apply practices that strengthen relationships and improve outcomes for young people.
At least eight credits of the minor courses must be unique to the Conflict Resolution Education minor and not applied toward any other major, minor, certificate, or concentration. Students must achieve a minimum GPA of 2.00 in the coursework applied to the minor. For policies governing all minors, see AP.5.3.4 Minors.
Degree Requirements
Total credits: 15
Core Courses (9 credits)
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CONF 300 | Conflict Resolution Techniques and Practice | 3 |
| CONF 408 | Global Peace Education | 3 |
| SEED 440 | Human Development, Learning, and Teaching | 3 |
Supporting Courses (6 credits)
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select two (2) of the following courses: | 6 | |
| Culture, Identity, and Conflict (Mason Core) | ||
| Interpersonal Conflict Analysis and Resolution | ||
| Dialogue and Difference | ||
| Community Engagement and Collaborative Problem Solving | ||
| Restorative Justice | ||
| Youth and Conflict | ||
| Mediating Conflict | ||
| Building Peace in Divided Societies | ||
| Teaching History and Social Science in the Secondary School | ||
| Young Adult Literature in Multicultural Settings (Mason Core) | ||
| Teaching and Learning Difficult Histories | ||
| LGBTQ Issues in Education | ||
| Creating Advocacy with Adolescent Learners | ||
| Foundations of Secondary Education | ||
| Total Credits | 6 | |