Educational Specialist in Administration with Initial and Continuing Administrator Licenses

Program Details:

Total credit hours: 37 semester hours
Program start date: September, January, or June
Program length: Work at your own pace with part-time classes (evening, weekend, and summer classes), finish within 5 years
View the current program of study in the course catalog
Faculty coordinator: Betty Flad
Some courses may be taken in Central Oregon, Eastern Oregon, or the South Coast Region

Admissions:

Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis. Find more information about applying on the Admissions website.

The Educational Specialist degree in Administration is intended for students who have earned master’s degrees and are seeking the Oregon Initial (IAL) and Continuing Administrator (CAL) licenses. This intermediate degree (between a master’s and doctorate) allows those holding an Oregon Teaching License to complete both administrative licenses within a five-year period of time. Students are able to complete a unique post-master’s degree course of study without earning a doctorate. Together, the IAL and CAL programs of study help aspiring and new-to-profession educational leaders grow into seasoned professionals with the knowledge, values, skills, and courage to improve teaching and learning in schools. By addressing issues of equity and focusing on best practices for effective leadership, students exit the Ed.S. program ready to practice reflectively, think critically, and use data and research to advance learning and achievement for all students. The Ed.S. program is aligned with the approved Oregon Administrative standards and is designed to be responsive to the changing nature of schools and the work of educational leaders.

• For more information on the Initial Administrator License (IAL)

• For more information on the Continuing Administrator License (CAL)

A capstone/culminating project requires students to synthesize and integrate their learning and leadership growth across the two licensure programs into a written report and public demonstration.