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 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.

Core Courses

• ED5006 - Survey of Research Methodology - 4 quarter credits
• ED5007 - Foundations of Educational Leadership - 6 quarter credits
• ED5501 - Assessment and Improvement of Instruction - 4 quarter credits
• ED5500 - Standards-Based Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment - 4 quarter credits
• ED5503 - Classroom Management Strategies - 4 quarter credits
• ED5504 - Strategies for Eliminating the Achievement Gap - 4 quarter credits

Specialization Courses

• ED7852 - P-12 Principalship
• ED7820 - Principles of Educational Administration - 4 quarter credits
• ED7822 - The Funding of Educational Institutions - 4 quarter credits
• ED7823 - Education and the Law - 4 quarter credits
• ED5900 - Master's Internship in Leadership in Educational Administration* - 6 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. 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 principal licensure should contact their state to determine whether they should take ED7852.

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 360.725.6320 or profed@k12.wa.us to determine teacher certification or endorsement requirements, and contact their school district regarding qualifications for salary advancement.

Learn more about our related specializations:

PhD

• Leadership in Educational Administration
• Special Education Leadership

Master's degree

• Curriculum and Instruction
• P–12 Studies in Education
• Reading and Literacy
• School Psychology

Certificate

• Specialist Certificate in School Psychology

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