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Master of Science (MS) in Education
School of Education
Leadership in Educational Administration specialization
Develop the skills and knowledge to successfully meet the rigors and enjoy the rewards of P–12 leadership, a field where retirements are resulting in a growing need for new practitioners. This online master's Leadership in Educational Administration specialization meets nationally recognized leadership standards, including the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC). It is also one of very few online programs that is state-approved, which is a requirement for licensure in some states. You will have opportunities to apply theory to real-world situations and develop a professional portfolio that will enable you to demonstrate your master's-level competencies to current and future employers. People who choose this specialization are often licensed teachers or school administrators pursuing building leadership or district administrator positions.
Licensure Information: For detailed information about obtaining professional licensure, please see our licensure FAQ.
Total Program:
48
quarter credits
Up to 12 quarter credits may be transferred into this specialization
Next Start Date: April 12, 2010
Credit:
$410
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Core Courses (each course 4 quarter credits unless noted)
- ED5007 - Foundations of Educational Leadership - 6 quarter credits
- ED5006 - Survey of Research Methodology
- ED5500 - Standards-Based Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
- ED5501 - Assessment and Improvement of Instruction
- ED5503 - Classroom Management Strategies
- ED5504 - Strategies for Eliminating the Achievement Gap
Specialization Courses (each course 4 quarter credits unless noted)
- ED7820 - Principles of Educational Administration
- ED7822 - The Funding of Educational Institutions
- ED7823 - Education and the Law
- ED7852 - P–12 Principalship
- ED5901 - Master's Practicum in Leadership in Educational Administration I* - 3 quarter credits
- ED5902 - Master's Practicum in Leadership in Educational Administration II* - 3 quarter credits
Admission to the Leadership in Educational Administration specialization requires learners to complete and submit the Capella University School of Education Certification of Teaching Experience form located at www.capella.edu/aspscripts/schools/TeachingExperience.pdf.
Capella University cannot guarantee licensure, certification, or endorsement. State regulations vary regarding professional licensure and salary benefits. It is learners' responsibility to understand and comply with requirements for their state.
State regulations vary regarding course requirements for professional licensure. For assistance with state-mandated course requirements for licensure, contact the designated school representative.
Learners seeking licensure in Arizona must secure a Structured English Immersion endorsement (SEI). Capella University has an alliance with Rio Salado College regarding course work for the SEI endorsement. Learners needing this endorsement should contact academicadvisement@mail.riosalado.edu to discuss the necessary courses and the application process at Rio Salado College.
Prior to enrollment, Washington state learners are advised to contact the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction at profed@k12.wa.us to determine teacher certification or endorsement requirements, and contact their school district regarding qualifications for salary advancement.
Kansas residents are advised that state regulations require a special review process for state licensure. Graduates of this master’s specialization need to be granted an administrator license in Arizona first, and then apply for a Kansas license through a review by the licensure committee. This review process cannot guarantee a license will be issued.
* This course has a prerequisite. Contact an enrollment counselor for more information.
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