The M.Ed. in Special Education K-12 Licensure Track is presented in an online, cohort-based format. You will take classes at your own pace in six- to 10-week blocks to allow intense study of each concept and can graduate in approximately 24, 28, or 32 months.
The M.Ed. in Special Education K-12 Endorsement Track is presented in an online, cohort-based format. You will take classes at your own pace in six- to 10-week blocks to allow intense study of each concept, and can graduate in approximately 24 or 28 months.
This program is designed for the experienced educator who is interested in expanding their skills to support student growth and success in reading.
Upon completion of this program, students will have earned an M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction w/ a Gifted Education Endorsement. This program may lead to a position as a gifted teacher, specialist, or coordinator.
Upon completion of this program, students will have earned an M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction w/ a English as a Second Language Endorsement. This program may lead to a position as an ESL teacher.
This program is for Licensed or Provisionally licensed educators with at least one year experience looking to strengthen their skillset as an educator.
The M.Ed. in Administration & Supervision program is presented in an online, cohort-based format. You will take classes at your own pace in six- to 10-week blocks to allow intense study of each concept and can graduate in approximately 27 months.
This program is for individuals who want to start the path to becoming a school administrator or school principal.
This program is for experienced educators who wish to expand their teaching skills and enhance the classroom experience by utilizing innovative approaches to technology.
This program is for individuals who hold a valid Minnesota teaching license and who wish to further develop their skills in literacy and methods.
This program is for individuals who hold a valid Minnesota teaching license and who wish to expand their teaching skills and knowledge of the characteristics and interventions used with students with autism spectrum disorders.
This program is for individuals who hold a valid Minnesota teaching license and who wish to expand their teaching skills and knowledge of the characteristics and interventions used with students with specific learning disabilities.
This program is for individuals who hold a valid Minnesota teaching license and who wish to expand their teaching skills and knowledge of the characteristics and interventions used with students with emotional behavior disorders.
When teachers learn effective responses to student trauma, and how to help instill resiliency skills necessary to thrive in the classroom, children have better learning outcomes – in school and in life.
The Master of Arts in Education in English as a Second Language is designed to prepare teachers to be highly effective professional decision-makers, reflective leaders, and adaptive experts and to apply purposeful and dynamic strategies to empower all learners whose first language is other than English.
This program is for individuals working in various contemporary classroom settings. Students in the program will enhance their knowledge and ability to assist PK-12 students learning needs across the content areas.
Concordia’s Master of Arts in Teaching is for individuals who want to earn their initial teaching license (K-6).
This program is for current teachers or administrators who wish to enhance their skills and knowledge in educational leadership while working towards North Carolina state licensure as a School Administrator.
This program is for licensed K-12 teachers interested in furthering their skills in technology and/or advancing their careers.
This program is for current school teachers who wish to enhance their leadership skills, pedagogy expertise, and career opportunities by earning a Master’s degree in Teacher Leadership in Curriculum & Instruction.
This program offers candidates the opportunity to develop the skills and mindset indicative of innovative educational leaders. An enhanced understanding of teaching and learning in a digital and global world will transform candidates’ skills in utilizing curriculum design to produce rich and meaningful instruction.
This program is for experienced educators who aspire to become the next generation of school leaders embodying the values of 21st century learning.
The school counseling program offers candidates the opportunity to engage in courses focused on research-based foundational theory, skill development and practical experiences needed to serve diverse student populations.
This program will offer candidates the opportunity to develop the skills and behaviors demonstrated by innovative educational leaders. An enhanced understanding of teaching and learning in a digital and global world will transform the candidates’ skills in embedding technology into their design and facilitating rich and meaningful instruction.
This degree is designed for individuals seeking further athletic coaching knowledge and for currently licensed teachers looking to renew licensure. It’s available in a blended format with face-to-face class meetings or an entirely online format.
This degree is designed for teachers looking to acquire the skills needed for management of culturally and linguistically diverse classrooms. It is available in a blended format with face-to-face class meetings or an entirely online format.
This degree is designed for licensed TN teachers looking to become Reading Specialists in PreK-12 schools. It is available in a blended format with face-to-face class meetings or an entirely online format.
The MEd in Educational Leadership is designed for teachers seeking leadership roles in PreK-12 schools. To become eligible for administrative licensure, at least three years of licensed TN teaching experience in a PreK-12 classroom is required, along with present employment in a Tennessee school.
This degree is designed for teachers seeking roles in special education. It is:
The MEd in Curriculum and Instruction is designed for experienced educators with the desire to become pedagogical experts and leaders in PreK-12 teaching positions. It is available in a blended format with face-to-face class meetings or an entirely online format
This program is for Educators seeking an initial license in Special Education Deaf and Hard of Hearing (PreK-12).
For the experienced teacher looking to understand and implement research about social emotional development as an overarching premise of the educational process, rather than something added to an already demanding PreK-12 curriculum.
Learn to demonstrate knowledge of core administrator module standards. i.e., instructional leadership, management of operations, family and community engagement, and professional culture.
Learn to design high quality instruction, including authentic and meaningful student assessments.
Learn to teach all students through instructional practices that establish high expectations, a safe and effective classroom environment, and cultural proficiency.
Learn how to design high quality instruction, including authentic and meaningful student assessments.
Learn to teach all students through instructional practices that establish high expectations, a safe and effective classroom environment, and cultural proficiency.
Learn how to analyze student performance and growth data and to use the data to improve instruction and practice.
Learn how to promote the learning and growth of all students through effective partnerships with families, caregivers, community members, and organizations.
Learn how to design high quality instruction, including authentic and meaningful student assessments.
Learn how to ensure the learning and growth of all students through ethical, culturally proficient, skilled and collaborative practice.
The Master of Arts in Education degree in Instructional Leadership (Level I) is designed for certified teachers who hold a Master’s degree in Education, have at least three years teaching experience, and wish to earn certification as a principal in the state of Kentucky.
This program is for experienced teachers who hold a teaching certificate and who wish to earn a first Master’s degree in education (Rank 2). Experienced teachers who hold a teaching certificate and a first Master’s degree in education may also choose to complete this program to earn a second Master’s degree and Rank I.
The Master of Arts degree with certification in Learning and Behavior Disorders is a certification program for candidates with a teaching certificate who wish to teach students with mild to moderate learning and behavior disabilities (LBD).
The Master of Arts degree with Certification in Moderate & Severe Disabilities is a certification program for certified teachers who wish to teach students with moderate to severe disabilities (MSD). No LBD Certification is required to be eligible for this program.
The Master of Arts in Education degree with certification in Learning and Behavior Disorders and Moderate and Disabilities is a certification program for candidates with a teaching certificate who wish to teach students with mild to moderate learning and behavior disabilities (LBD) and moderate and severe disabilities (MSD). Students who complete the full 60-63 hour course sequence will be eligible for both Rank 2 and Rank 1 in the state of Kentucky.
This program is for experienced teachers who hold a teaching certificate (Secondary English or ANY other field) and wish to earn a first Master’s Degree in Literacy Specialist Education (Rank 2). Experienced teachers who hold a teaching certification and a first Master’s Degree in education may also choose to complete this program to earn a second Master’s degree and Rank 1.
The Master of Arts in Education degree with initial teaching certification is for individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree with content courses in a certifiable major who wish to become a teacher. The subject area(s) in which you are eligible for certification will depend on the previous coursework you have completed as a part of your bachelor’s degree.
The Master of Arts in Education degree with certification in Learning and Behavior Disorders and Moderate and Disabilities is a certification program for candidates without a teaching certificate who wish to teach students with mild to moderate learning and behavior disabilities (LBD) and moderate and severe disabilities (MSD). Students who complete the full 60-63 hour course sequence will be eligible for both Rank 2 and Rank 1 in the state of Kentucky.
The Master of Arts degree with certification in Learning and Behavior Disorders is an initial certification program for candidates without a teaching certificate who wish to teach students with mild to moderate learning and behavior disabilities (LBD).
The Master of Arts degree with certification in Moderate & Severe Disabilities (P-12) is an initial certification program for candidates without a teaching certificate who wish to teach students with moderate to severe learning and behavior disabilities (MSD).
For experienced teachers who hold a teaching certificate and who wish to earn a first Master’s degree in education (Rank II) and Gifted Education endorsement.
For experienced teachers who hold a teaching certificate and who wish to earn a first Master’s degree in education (Rank II) and Instructional Computer Technology Endorsement.
For experienced teachers who hold a teaching certificate and who wish to earn a first Master’s degree in education (Rank II) and Moderate to Severe Disabilities (MSD) certification.
Teachers who wish to provide instruction in English to students whose native language is not English and to support these English language learners in mastering the content designated in the Student Learning Standards (NJSLS).
This program is for certified general education teachers who wish to teach students with disabilities in inclusion and special education settings.
This program is for certified teachers who wish to become reading specialists or literacy coaches, and use their expertise in reading and writing in their classrooms or as a director or coach in a reading/literacy program in a school or district.
The autism spectrum disorders program gives you in-depth study of the range of the disorder along with insight on intervention methods.
This program is for certified teachers who wish to develop as leaders and administrators for New Jersey schools in the roles of school principal, school business administrator, school supervisor, or school administrator.
For individuals with a personal or professional interest in school counseling. Become a school counselor who assists students, families, the school community, and the community as a whole.
This program is designed for those with a valid teaching certificate and at least three years of professional school experience. Candidates who have a desire to accept the challenges as an educational leader can become eligible for a Principal K-12 certificate.
This program is for the experienced teacher holding a teaching certificate, this program offers an opportunity to learn new ways to assist students in learning to read, write, and communicate effectively.
This program is designed for those with prior teaching certification in Pennsylvania seeking an additional certificate in Special Education PK-12.
This program is designed for students who have certification in Special Education and wish to complete a graduate degree that includes advanced courses in Special Education. Students will also complete the Autism Endorsement within this program.
This degree is designed for individuals who wish to work with English Language Learners in grades K-12 and adult and college/university programs.
This degree is designed for professional educators who wish to develop into professional educators who are lifelong learners, respectful of all individuals, dedicated to social justice, knowledgeable about current legal, social, and political issues, effective communicators, and skilled in understanding, interpreting, and applying research findings.
This program is designed to provide individuals who have undergraduate degrees in fields other than education with the opportunity to pursue a career in teaching grades Pre K – 4. While earning a Master of Education degree, students also meet state requirements for Pre K – 4 teacher certification in Pennsylvania.
This program is designed to provide individuals who have undergraduate degrees in fields other than education with the opportunity to pursue a career in teaching students receiving special education supports and services in grades Pre K – 12.
The M. Ed. in Educational Leadership/Principalship is designed to allow certification for principalship in the public or private school setting. There are two Missouri state assessments that need to be completed to be a certified building administrator.
This program is for experienced, certified teachers who wish to strengthen their skills in the areas of literacy and language development and work with students and teachers in the area of ELL.
This program is for experienced, certified teachers who wish to strengthen their skills in the areas of literacy and language development and work with students and teachers in the area of special reading.
The Educational Technology for Teachers M. Ed. degree focuses on technology- integrated instruction and assessment that emphasizes high-quality lesson design, critical inquiry, and building a community of learners. Studies will include a critical analysis of current and future technologies to enhance learning in the K-12 classroom through application, research, and data analysis.
This program is for non-certified teachers seeking initial certification in Grades PreK-12 Special Education and a M.Ed. in Special Education.
This program is designed for certified teachers with an undergraduate degree who want to increase their marketability and prepare more fully to meet the challenges of today’s inclusive schools.
This program is for professional educators who wish to earn a Master’s degree in Reading and Literacy and those seeking certification as a Reading Specialist through the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
The program prepares students to design, facilitate, manage, and evaluate digital instruction in online, hybrid, and remote settings — the fastest growing segments of education and training in the 21st century.
This program is for aspiring educators seeking a Master’s degree in Education and certification in grades PreK-4.
This program will be offered totally online, an extremely attractive option for adults pursuing a graduate degree, while presently working in a classroom.
This program is for professional educators with at least three years of relevant professional experience in an educational setting related to the instructional process who wish to enter into a leadership position as a principal in a K-12 school.
As current educational research strongly emphasizes the critical role of teacher leadership in the success of today’s schools, this program is designed to assist teachers to enhance their instructional skills, while playing the critical role of change agents within the teaching profession. This program will provide the knowledge base and experiences to enable our graduate students to meet these challenges.
This program is for present coaches or individuals with athletic experience looking to assume responsibilities in their future or present employment as coaching assistants, coaches, or working with athletes of any age. This program will provide significant influence in a field that requires coaches to be able to administer, teach, support, and create programs for athletes that adhere to the National Standards for Sport Coaches, established and published by the National Association for Sport and Physical Education.
The Ohio Association of Elementary School Administrators (OAESA) has endorsed the following Principal Licensure program. This is one of the most popular licensure programs in the state and also one of the most affordable.
The Master of Arts in the Teacher Leader program at Concordia University Chicago is designed for those classroom teachers who are interested in increasing their job responsibilities and assuming leadership roles within their schools and districts.
The Master of Arts in Differentiated Instruction is designed for current educators (with at least 2 years of experience) who are interested in leading change and reform efforts in their educational settings.
The curriculum provides both knowledge of the content and instructional strategies required of PK-5 educators. Instead of completing a traditional undergraduate teaching preparation program, the MAT in Elementary Education allows a person to obtain certification in grades PK-5 while completing an advanced degree.
The program is intended for those who have demonstrated content expertise in one of the teaching areas for middle grades (4-8), secondary (6-12), and all P-12 fields (except special education) and would now like to become certified to teach that subject.
The MEd in Educational Leadership prepares candidates with the content knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to effectively lead schools, districts, and educational agencies.
This program is for Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Education/Special Education K-5 certified teachers with a desire to become leaders and mentors who are critical thinkers and reflective decision makers in their schools.
This program is for certified teachers with a desire to develop a deeper and broader knowledge of curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment. Candidates admitted to the M.Ed. degree in Curriculum & Instruction must possess a Georgia professional T-4 certificate.
This program is for certified teachers with a desire to become leaders and mentors who are critical thinkers and reflective decision-makers in their schools. Candidates admitted to the M. Ed. degree in Teacher Leadership must possess a Georgia professional T-4 certificate and have 3 years certified teaching experience.
This program is for Middle Grades and Secondary Mathematics certified teachers with a desire to become leaders and mentors who are critical thinkers and reflective decision-makers in their schools. Teachers who hold a professional certificate in another content area but have an interest in an advanced degree in Middle Grades or Secondary Mathematics MUST pass the GACE prior to graduating from the Thomas University program to be eligible for a certificate upgrade. Additionally, they will be required to sign the Out of Field Certification form.
This program is for Middle Grades Language Arts certified teachers with a desire to become leaders and mentors who are critical thinkers and reflective decision-makers in their schools. Teachers who hold a professional certificate in another content area but have an interest in an advanced degree in Middle Grades Language Arts would need to do the following prior to enrolling in the program: Pass the GACE in Middle Grades Language Arts and then add that certification area to his/her certificate. Additionally, they will be required to sign the Out of Field Certification form.
This program is for Secondary English certified teachers with a desire to become leaders and mentors who are critical thinkers and reflective decision-makers in their schools.
The Master of Arts in Education, Arts Integration Concentration focuses on the application of multiple intelligences theory and the arts in traditional and inclusive classrooms as a means to engage students. Candidates will learn to differentiate instruction and assessments through the lens of multiple intelligences theory and application of the arts.
The Master of Arts in Instructional Technology program focuses on the ability of the candidate to understand the networked learner (student and teacher) in a 21st century classroom/setting and to align instruction with the needs of each student using ISTE, Common Core, and content standards. The focus of the program is to develop candidates’ capacities to use social media as a platform to engage learners and teachers in connecting authentically to a network of learners/teachers and classrooms/settings globally.
The Master of Arts in Literacy focuses on the teaching and assessment of reading and writing skills for all learners in Grades K-12. The program will help candidates become better reading and language arts teachers, advance teachers’ abilities to instruct and assess students’ strengths and areas of need in reading, using best practices.
The Master of Arts in Advanced Teaching in Special Education focuses on in-depth knowledge and skill development for meeting needs of learners with special needs in multiple K-12 settings, and is aligned to Connecticut Cross-Endorsement Regulations.
The Master of Arts in Special Education with Autism Spectrum Disorder Focus program focuses on special education theory and evidence-based practices. Special emphasis is placed on the assessment and intervention of core and related deficits of students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
The Master of Arts in Special Education focuses on in-depth knowledge and skill development for meeting needs of learners with special needs in multiple K-12 settings, including curriculum adaptation.
The Master of Arts in TESOL Education will provide the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to teach the increasing numbers of English Language Learners (ELL) in today’s multicultural and diverse classrooms.
The Master of Arts in Curriculum & Instruction program focuses on curriculum development, teaching strategies, and integration of technology into teaching throughout the curriculum. Candidates will gain in-depth knowledge of the relationship between teaching and learning as well as how to use that knowledge in developing curriculum.
The program will allow students to take the traditional core courses in our MA Curriculum & Instruction as well as taking a suite of three electives focused on how best to support students experiencing trauma and how to cultivate school communities of resilience.
This program is designed to meet the needs of instructional designers, e-learning developers, and trainers in corporate, higher education, non-profit, and government organizations. Through applied research and hands-on design, the IDT program contributes to the improvement of instructional methodologies and the design and implementation of learning innovations and environments.
Concordia University Chicago’s Master of Arts in Early Childhood Special Education is designed for educators with an early childhood certificate/endorsement or the LBS1 (pre-kindergarten to age 21) endorsement.
The program is designed to prepare potential leaders to assume various administrative positions which require knowledge and skills in leadership, supervision, and the ability to effectively administer in educational settings.
The Master of Arts in Education in Teaching and Learning is designed for current educators who desire to deepen their understanding of curriculum, instruction, and assessment theory through a practitioner’s lens.
Concordia University Chicago offers a TESOL Certificate designed to meet the needs of individuals wishing to apply teaching and learning language in various professional fields.
This program prepares graduates with the professional knowledge, skills, and practices necessary to address the wide variety of complex issues and empower diverse populations to promote optimal wellness and growth.
The Master’s Degree in Curriculum & Instruction is directed toward the preparation of master classroom teachers.
This program is for educators with two or more years of P-12 experience who are interested in developing an understanding of and developing programs for High Achieving, Gifted and Talented students.
Concordia University Chicago’s Illinois Principal Preparation Master’s Program trains education professionals for administrative responsibility within schools.
The School Counseling Program is designed to prepare graduates who are competent to work as school counselors in elementary, middle school, and high school settings.
The Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction with ESL concentration is designed to prepare graduates who are competent to work in school settings.
Concordia’s Reading Specialist Program is designed to prepare certified teachers for a reading specialist certification (K-12).
The Master of Arts Degree in Special Education is designed for certified educators who desire to become an accomplished special education teacher as well as receive an LBS 1 endorsement.
The Master of Arts in Differentiated Instruction is designed for current educators (with at least 2 years of experience) who are interested in leading change and reform efforts in their educational settings.
The Educational Technology Program is intended to prepare educators with the competencies required to improve the quality and effectiveness of instructional programs.
The program is constructed for teachers who teach in a traditional face-to-face classroom and/or a 1:1 environment, and desire to develop theoretical and practical understandings of educational technologies within curricular, instructional, and assessment frameworks.
This degree is designed for active teachers who are not interested in becoming a Principal. Rather, graduate candidates aim for leadership roles in a variety of capacities, such as Department Chairs, Instructional Coaches, Curriculum Coordinators, Mentor Teachers, Community Liaisons, in addition to other leadership positions.
This program is directed toward the preparation of educators who desire to become an accomplished early childhood teacher, an early childhood administrator, an early childhood public policy and advocacy specialist, or an early teacher educator/researcher.
The Master of Arts Degree in Special Education Leadership is designed for applicants with an interest in the administrative work involved in leading special education programs.
The program emphasizes development of core competencies in instructional planning, delivery and assessment and support for diversity in educational settings.
This program is designed to prepare qualified professionals for teaching in a high school setting.
This program focuses on the theory and practice of addressing the needs of an increasingly diverse population of learners in our schools. Particular attention is given to students at high risk for educational difficulty and to equity issues.
This program prepares participants to develop and implement a vision for the important role that an athletic leader can play in the school and in the lives of young athletes.
Today’s schools serve an increasingly diverse population of students, including non- native English speakers. Support for schools in addressing the needs of this rapidly growing population is addressed in this program.
This program focuses on practical and effective reading and writing strategies to foster student growth in literacy. Participants explore intervention strategies for reading vocabulary, reading comprehension and writing in the content areas along with the diverse materials needed to meet the literacy needs of all students.
This reading instruction coursework will prepare teachers to support individual students, classroom teachers, and the general reading program in the school.
In today’s classrooms, teachers must effectively educate a wide variety of diverse learners, including students with vastly different behavioral challenges. A focus of this program will be understanding the impact of positive relationships with students and how those relationships impact behavior.
This program is designed to help general educators more effectively work with students with special needs. Participants will learn about assessments for special education students, analysis of data, curriculum design and adaptation, and planning for differentiation.
The School Improvement Leadership programs focus on instructional leadership. During a year-long practicum, participants will apply theories and practices from course work in the school environment. These programs are Maryland-approved programs for Administrator 1 certification.
In this innovative program, participants diversify their teaching to create meaningful learning experiences and environments. The 36-credit curriculum emphasizes education, technology, instructional design, and leadership.
The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) degree with Elementary Education (grades 1-6) concentration is a certification program designed to prepare college graduates who wish to enter the teaching profession but who have not had adequate preparation for teaching.
The master of arts in teaching (M.A.T.) degree with Elementary Special Education concentration (grades 1-8) is a certification program designed to prepare college graduates who wish to enter the teaching profession, but who have not had adequate preparation for teaching.
The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) degree with Dual Certification – Elementary (1-6) and Elementary/Middle Special Education (grades 1-8) is a program designed to prepare college graduates who wish to enter the teaching profession but who have not had adequate preparation for teaching.
The Master of Arts in teaching (M.A.T.) degree with Secondary Education (grade 9-12) concentration is a certification program designed to prepare college graduates who wish to enter the teaching profession but who have not had adequate preparation for teaching.
The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) degree with Secondary Special Education Certification (grades 6-12) concentration is a certification program designed to prepare college graduates who wish to enter the teaching profession but who have not had adequate preparation for teaching.
This is a dual certification program designed to prepare college graduates who wish to enter the teaching profession but who have not had adequate preparation for teaching.
The Doctorate in Education program is designed for those individuals who have completed master’s and/or Ed.S. degrees and who wish to extend their research expertise. Candidates will develop advanced skills in analyzing theory and research findings for application in a variety of educational settings, and they will also develop skills for conducting original research.
This program is for experienced, licensed teachers with a desire to become leaders in their schools and districts. A minimum of 3 years’ experience teaching in a PreK-12 classroom will be required before you enter the program. If seeking the Administrative Licensure Specialization, you must work in a TN school.
The Educational Specialist degree is designed for those individuals who have completed master’s degrees and wish to enhance their own professional development. Candidates will develop advanced skills in analyzing theory and research findings for application in a variety of educational settings. In addition, candidates will focus on the development of leadership skills required for implementation of research-based change strategies.
The Doctorate in Education program is designed for those individuals who have completed master’s and/or Ed.S. degrees and who wish to extend their research expertise. Candidates will develop advanced skills in analyzing theory and research findings for application in a variety of educational settings, and they will also develop skills for conducting original research.
The Ph.D/Ed.D program in Curriculum and Instruction is designed for educational experts who desire to design, implement, evaluate, and manage curriculum and instruction programs in K-12 schools.
The Ed.D./Ph.D. program provides the opportunity for the current and future leaders in the field to extend knowledge in early childhood education and develop understandings of current and future issues in the field.
This doctoral program prepares candidates for public or non-public district-wide administrative responsibilities.
This program develops technology experts into technicians responsible for instructional design, human resource development, professional development, project management and continuing education of employees.
The Ed.D./Ph.D. program in Reading, Language and Literacy is designed to provide students with a strong background in research, theory, reading, writing and multiliteracy programs.
The doctoral program in Special Education is designed for candidates who desire to continue their education as educators and scholars prepared for leadership roles in the area of special education in public or private institutions.
The teacher leadership doctoral program focuses on the fostering instructional improvement for increased student achievement, promoting teacher and staff development and growth, organizational change and school cultures, and outreach to families and communities.
This program is for experienced educators seeking to further their knowledge in the field of educational leadership for the application of appropriate and specific practices, the generation of new knowledge, and for the stewardship of the profession.
This program is for experienced educators with at least three years of teaching experience who currently hold a Master’s degree and a valid MN teaching license and who wish to become licensed as a principal or superintendent in the state of Minnesota while earning a post-graduate degree.
This programs is for potential and practicing educational leaders who aspire to develop and refine their leadership skills in complex organizations especially at the district office level.
This program is for potential and practicing educational leaders who aspire to develop and refine their leadership skills in complex organizations especially at the district office level.
This program is for potential and practicing educational leaders who aspire to develop and refine their instructional leadership skills at the site or district level.
The goal of this program is to provide a research-based education program that facilitates the development of innovative and ethical school and community leaders.
This program is for experienced educational leaders who wish to become a K-12 superintendent or a district level administrator.
The Principal Licensure program explores theories, research, and policies that support effective school leadership practices. Participants will develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions required to assume school leadership roles with an emphasis on examining the various decisions that affect school administrators and the importance of human resource management.
The Educational Leadership program addresses the key skills and competencies a successful instructional leader must possess to ensure the academic achievement of each student. The coursework is designed to provide knowledge and skills to support the learner’s movement along the levels of competence as described by the indicators.
The doctoral program in teacher leadership is designed for graduate students who would like to continue their careers as facilitators, instructional coaches, curriculum specialists, coordinators of district initiatives, trainers, and building- and district-level teacher leaders in various educational settings.
This program develops technology experts into technicians responsible for instructional design, human resource development, professional development, project management and continuing education of employees.
This doctoral program prepares candidates for public or non-public school or district-wide administrative responsibilities. The program is designed to help the doctoral candidate promote the success of all students through developing and implementing a shared vision of learning that supports the learning process.
The Ed.D./Ph.D. program provides the opportunity for the current and future leaders in the field to extend knowledge in early childhood education and develop understandings of current and future issues in the field.
The Ed.D./Ph.D. program in Reading, Language and Literacy is designed to provide students with a strong background in research, theory, reading, writing and multi literacy programs. Our graduates are prepared, as faculty and leaders, to design and implement literacy programs in a variety of public and private school, university, adult and community-based, corporate, non-profit educational settings.
The doctoral program in Special Education is designed for candidates who desire to continue their education as educators and scholars prepared for leadership roles in the area of special education in public or private institutions.
The Ph.D/Ed.D program in Curriculum and Instruction is designed for educational experts who desire to design, implement, evaluate, and manage curriculum and instruction programs in K-12 schools. The goals of doctoral study in the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Diversity are to develop the abilities for research and critical thinking in the field of curriculum and instruction with a theoretical and practical knowledge.
The purpose of this program is to prepare classroom teachers to develop as leaders in their schools and school systems who will facilitate the design and implementation of sustained, intensive, and job-embedded professional learning based in their schools and school systems. Completers also possess the understandings that enable them to use fundamental research methods to address educational problems and assume leadership roles beyond the classroom.
The Ed. S. in Educational Leadership prepares candidates with the content knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to effectively lead schools, districts, and educational agencies.
This license-only program is built for Tennessee teachers seeking leadership roles in PreK-12 schools, and already holding an advanced degree. At least three years of licensed TN teaching experience in a PreK-12 classroom is required, along with present employment in a Tennessee school. Students complete a subset of MEd in Educational Leadership coursework, and not a full Master of Education degree.
The Superintendent Endorsement Ed.S program consists of seven courses (eight weeks in length and face to face) and three internship field based experiences (sixteen weeks each in length) which meet the State of Illinois requirements for the IL Superintendent Endorsement.
This program is based on the International Literacy Association (ILA) and the Illinois Reading standards and is designed to help prepare Illinois educators who want to specialize as a Reading Teacher.
This program is for current teachers or administrators who have already earned a master’s degree and who wish to enhance their skills and knowledge in educational leadership while working towards North Carolina state licensure as a School Administrator.
The AIG Add-on Licensure Certification includes 12 semester hours focusing on theoretical foundations and practical applications of giftedness.
This non-degree program is intended for a candidate who already has a Master’s degree in Education, is eligible for or holds a Rank I, holds a Kentucky administrative certification, and wants to complete coursework solely for the purpose of adding the Instructional Leadership (School Principal) Level 1 certificate.
The Instructional Leadership – Advanced Leadership Studies (Level II) program is designed for certified teachers who hold a Master’s degree in Education, with concentration in Instructional Leadership, and wish to earn certification as a Principal in the state of Kentucky.
For experienced certified teachers who wish to add a Gifted Education endorsement (P-12) to their certification. These courses may be taken alone to earn the endorsement or may be added to our Teacher Leader degree program for a Rank change.
For experienced certified teachers who wish to add an Instructional Computer Technology endorsement (P-12) to their certification. These courses may be taken alone to earn the endorsement or may be added to our Teacher Leader degree program for a Rank change.
For experienced certified teachers (who are already certified in LBD) who wish to add a Moderate to Severe Disabilities (MSD) certification (P-12) to their credentials. These courses may be taken alone to earn the endorsement or may be added to our Teacher Leader degree program for a Rank change.
For experienced certified teachers who wish to add a Literacy Specialist endorsement (P-12) to their certification. These courses may be taken alone to earn the endorsement or may be added to our Teacher Leader degree program for a Rank change.
The Director of Pupil Personnel program is designed for certified teachers with a Master’s degree in Education. A concentration in any field in the Master’s degree in Education will meet the qualification for acceptance to this program.
The Director of Special Education Program allows you the opportunity to learn advanced leadership skills that pertain to special education. You will have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills to advocate, nurture, and sustain a school culture that promotes high levels of student learning.
The Superintendent Certificate is designed for school principals and other school district-level administrators that want to become eligible to serve as a School District Superintendent in the state of Kentucky.
For teachers that wish to move to a more administrative role at the district or building level but do not desire to become a principal or a superintendent, the Supervisor of Instruction certification offers a unique opportunity.
The program integrates the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to become highly accomplished professionals and outstanding leaders of public and non-public educational institutions.
This program is designed for students who wish to earn an Autism Endorsement in the state of Pennsylvania.
The Online Teaching Endorsement is designed for post-baccalaureate candidates that have an Instructional I or Instructional II Pennsylvania teaching certificate. This program will prepare teachers to design and deliver blended and online courses to teachers in grades K-12.
This program equips certified Pennsylvania Educators with knowledge about social-emotional wellness, behavioral and mental health literacy, and the characteristics and impact of adverse childhood experiences, trauma and mental illness on PK-12 students.
Professional educators with at least three years of relevant professional experience in an educational setting related to the instructional process who already hold a Master’s degree in Education and who wish to enter into a leadership position as a principal in a K-12 school.
This program is for professional educators with at least six years of relevant professional experience in an educational setting related to the instructional process and who wish to enter into a leadership position as a Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent in a K-12 district.
In this program, you will learn enhanced reading skills that will enable you to work one-to-one or in small groups with students that are experiencing difficulty reading at grade level.
Courses are designed to address the specific set of issues, knowledge and competencies that are relevant to teaching and learning in an online environment.
The Instructional Technology Specialist certificate area includes the science involved in the application of knowledge and competency required for the use of instructional technology as it pertains to aiding staff/administration in educational school settings.
The purpose of the Principal Licensure program is to enable the candidate with an earned master’s degree to enroll in this program and receive the Ohio Principal licensure. Aligned with standards for Ohio Educators & Principals, this 30 credit hour (2-year completion time) program is being offered at a special per credit hour tuition rate.
The Ohio endorsement in the Teacher Leader program at Concordia University Chicago is designed for those classroom teachers who are interested in increasing their job responsibilities and assuming leadership roles within their schools and districts.
The purpose of the Superintendent Licensure Only program is to enable the candidate with an earned graduate level degree and administrative experience to enroll in this program and complete coursework requirements for the Ohio Superintendent licensure.
The purpose of this program is to prepare classroom teachers to develop as leaders in their schools and school systems who will facilitate the design and implementation of sustained, intensive, and job-embedded professional learning based in their schools and school systems. Completers also possess the understandings that enable them to use fundamental research methods to address educational problems and assume leadership roles beyond the classroom.
For certified teachers who wish to develop specific knowledge related to reading and language development, assessment, instruction, and remediation of reading disability.
For certified teachers who wish to enhance their understanding of how gifted learners grow and develop in order to design and teach developmentally appropriate and challenging learning experiences.
For Early Childhood educators who seek to enhance their mathematical content and pedagogical knowledge in grades K-5.
For candidates who seek the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to become effective online teachers. Candidates must hold a Georgia professional T-4 certificate or higher.
The Certificate in Educational Leadership provides candidates who already hold a master’s degree or higher in education with the content knowledge and credentials necessary to effectively lead schools, districts, and educational agencies.
For the experienced licensed educator to earn an Autism Endorsement.
For educators looking to examine how gender and sexuality have been represented, thought about, and treated in educational settings.
For educators seeking an understanding on how to foster a culture where students are represented in fair and equitable ways.
For highly qualified general education teachers who are interested in advancing their career and becoming prepared to meet the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse students in the general education classroom.
For current teachers interested in advancing their career to become in teacher leadership, collaboration, and coaching, and earning graduate level certification in Instructional Coaching.
This program is for current teachers interested in teaching and working with students with special needs. These teachers are ready to address social, academic, and behavioral goals of students with mild and moderate disabilities who spend much of their day working with same age peers.
This program is for current teachers who desire to become prepared to serve students with behavior disorders and learning disabilities.
This program is for current teachers who desire to serve students with significant intellectual disabilities in the K-12 school setting. You’ll learn skills you can put to work immediately in your classroom or school environment.
This program is for current teachers interested in advancing their career in areas related to culturally relevant teacher leadership.
For recent graduates in sport management or other programs looking to enhance their skills and experiences in the sport industry, and those who wish to begin or further their career in sport management, administration, or coaching.
For current elementary or secondary science, math, or industrial technology teachers who desire to gain expertise in teaching science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and/or interdisciplinary STEM teaching and instructional coaching.
For K-12 educators who aspire to earn Driver Education Endorsement or Behind-the-Wheel authorization.
The Autism Spectrum Disorder Graduate Certificate program focuses on special education theory and evidence-based practices.
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