Candidates must have three years of PS-12 teaching/professional experience and hold an initial or professional PK-12 license. Candidates must be working in a school system in order to complete field experiences in all courses. To build a systematic knowledge base, students are encouraged to take Group A courses before Group B courses, if possible.
Group A Courses - Required
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|
| EDUC.6320 | The Inclusive School | 3 |
| EDUC.6431 | The Principalship | 3 |
| EDUC.6421 | Principles of Supervision | 3 |
| EDUC.6130 | Leading a Professional Learning Community | 3 |
| EDUC.6580 | The Role of the Curriculum and Instruction Leader | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
Group B Courses - Required
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|
| EDUC.6220 | Managing Resources and Finances | 3 |
| EDUC.6230 | School Policy and Law | 3 |
| EDUC.6423 | Program Evaluation | 3 |
| Total | 9
|
Non-Licensure Option
Seminar
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|
| EDUC.6560 | Ed.S. Seminar | 3 |
| Total | 3 |
Electives
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|
| EDUC.6XXX | Elective in consultation with advisor | 3 |
| EDUC.6XXX | Elective in consultation with advisor | 3 |
| Total | 6 |
This program does NOT lead to licensure in any field. Instead, it provides the professional knowledge required for the continuing education of experienced practitioners. Candidates who complete the program successfully are awarded an Education Specialist 杏吧原创, but cannot be endorsed for licensure in Massachusetts or in their own state.
