This Educational Specialist degree program is aligned with the requirements for an Alabama Class AA certification in instructional leadership and prepares you to serve as an effective school leader and administrator. Coursework typically takes 3 semesters.

The Ed.S. program begins annually in Spring Semester. For Spring admissions, apply by October 1st.

Degree Overview

Coursework

Instructional Support Courses — 27-28 hours

  • Theory & Development of Organizations

  • Leadership in Finance & Management

  • Leadership in the Development and Application of Curriculum & Theory Design

  • Ethics for Leaders

  • Trends and Issues

  • Program Implementation

  • Personal & Professional Development

  • Project Analysis

  • Practicum (if needed to meet state regulations)

Additional Coursework — 27-28 hours

  • Advanced Survey of Exceptionality (required if not previously taken)

  • Other Approved Courses

View all course requirements

Contact Us

Andrew Pendola, Program Coordinator

Administrative Certification

You need to know

  • Alabama Class A Certificate in Instructional Leadership Required
  • Master’s degree or equivalent in Educational Leadership or Instructional Leadership (minimum GPA 3.00)
  • Courses used to meet Class A certification requirements may not be used to meet requirements for Class AA certification

Ready to join the Auburn Family?

Visit Auburn’s Graduate School homepage for checklists, resources, valuable graduate student information and to begin your application. Please contact department faculty listed above with program-specific questions.

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