Education Specialist in K-12 Education Leadership
The JIU School of Education’s Education Specialist (EdS) in K 12 Education Leadership degree program’s mission is to graduate successful and influential K 12 leaders who are critical thinkers—with exceptional knowledge, skills, and integrity—who are able to apply theory to the creative and innovative solutions of practical education problems. The EdS is designed to be of service to both students and the learning organizations and communities that graduates serve.
This degree program specialization aligns with the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) and Colorado Department of Education (CDE) professional standards and prepares students to become endorsed as principals and administrators.
Degree Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills of the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education standards (NCATE).
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills of the Colorado Performance-Based Principal Licensure Standards.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills of the Educational Leadership Constituent Council Standards (ELCC).
The Education Specialist (EdS) in K 12 Education Leadership degree program prepares key K-12 education leaders who serve as teachers, academic department chairpersons, and professional development personnel; administrators, principals, and superintendents; education faculty at institutions of higher education; researchers within organizations that create, implement, and/or evaluate education policy; and entrepreneurs who work with schools and other learning organizations.
Your course sequence will be determined in cooperation with your academic advisor.
| CURRICULUM | |
|---|---|
| Orientation Course - no cost | No Credit |
| 11 Core Content Courses | 33 Credits |
| 1 Capstone Course | 3 Credits |
TOTAL Required for Graduation | 36 Credit Hours |
Transfer credit is available for applicable courses.
