Background of the School

The School of Education and Behavioral Sciences (SEBS) is a leading school at Werabe University in delivering teaching-learning, research, and community service activities. The school was initially established in 2013 E.C with the opening of the Department of Psychology.

In 2014 E.C, the school expanded by launching two additional programs: the Department of Educational Planning and Management and the Department of Teacher Education and Curriculum Studies, offering BA in Educational Planning and Management and MA in Curriculum and Instruction, respectively.

Currently, in addition to the aforementioned programs, the School of Education and Behavioral Sciences offers two postgraduate diploma programs, namely the Higher Diploma Program (HDP) and Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching (PGDT). These programs emphasize enhancing the quality of teaching and learning, fostering the development of reflective instructors and teachers.

Vision

To be one of the top five colleges among Ethiopian comprehensive universities by 2030.

Mission

The school is dedicated to:

• Producing competent graduates in the fields of education and behavioral sciences.
• Undertaking rigorous, problem-solving, and cutting-edge research.
• Providing demand-driven transformative community services and professional training programs.

Motto

“Knowledge for Excellence”

Staff and Students

• 21 staff members: 19 academic staff and 2 administrative staff.
• One MA candidate and three PhD candidates among the academic staff.
• Students: 118 undergraduate, 6 postgraduate, and 59 Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching (PGDT) students.

Departments and Programs