The mission of programs in EDAS are to prepare candidates for leadership positions at the local school, district, regional, state and national levels.
The program offers a master’s degree program in Educational Leadership in Administration and Supervision leading to licensure as a principal. Licensure programs are also offered for students holding a master’s degree who seek licensure as a principal curriculum program administrator, or superintendent. The curriculum places a strong emphasis of field practicum experiences, clinical experiences and internships. One (1) year of teaching experience is required. Students must conference with the program advisor prior to admission and meet program admission requirements.
Licensure Program Admissions
Applicants who currently hold a graduate degree and seek licensure as a principal, curriculum program administrator, and/or superintendent must meet the same admission requirements as applicants for a master’s degree.
EDAS Programs
- Master of Education in Educational Leadership in Administration and Supervision (EDAS)
- Principal Licensure Program Certificate
- Program Administrator Certificate
- Superintendent – District-Level Leadership Certificate
Curriculum
The Master of Education degree in the Educational Leadership in Administration and Supervision is a thirty (30) hour online program that meets the Arkansas requirements for licensure as a building-level administrator. It is incumbent upon students seeking licensure in other states to verify the licensure requirements in their state. Candidates must complete courses in the professional core and educational administration and supervision. The program consists of the following courses:
Professional Education Core Courses (9 Hours)
- EDUC 6003 – Educational Research
- EDUC 6873 – Advanced Curriculum Program Administrator Leadership
- EDUC 6403 – School Law
Educational Leadership in Administration and Supervision Courses (21 Hours)
- EDAS 6013 – School Community Relations
- EDAS 6023 – Supervision of Instruction in Elementary and Secondary Schools
- EDAS 6033 – Organizational Development, Evaluation, and Action Research
- EDAS 6093 – The Principalship
- EDAS 6193 – School Organization and Administration
- EDAS 6223 – Administrative Internship and Project
- EDAS 6233 – Leadership of Special Programs and Services
Internship Requirement
Master’s degree and licensure candidates must complete a minimum number of courses and practicum hours in the approved plan of study and an internship application prior to enrolling in an internship. Specific coursework and practicum requirements are outlined in the internship guide.
Candidates may not enroll in an internship until all application and program requirements are completed.
Portfolio Requirement
Master’s degree and licensure candidates must prepare and satisfactorily defend a program portfolio based on the appropriate national and state licensure standards for an administrative license. Candidates must satisfactorily complete the portfolio requirement prior to graduation and/or application for licensure.
