Educational Leadership with Principal Certificate, Master of Education (M.ED)
The Master of Education in Educational Leadership with Principal Certificate program is ideal for those interested in P-12 school leadership. Grounded in best practices and current research in educational leadership and management, this program prepares candidates to lead in diverse settings.
- This program leads to Principal Certification in the State of Washington.
- Must hold valid teaching certificate with 3 years’ experience for admission into program.
- This is an online accelerated program with 6-week academic sessions. For more information about this program visit our website.
Candidates complete nine core courses addressing all aspects of school leadership and a 540–hour internship. The internship begins each fall and runs for the entire school year.
Admission Requirements
- Have earned a baccalaureate degree (either a BA or BS) from an accredited institution of higher education.
- Have earned a grade point average of ≥3.0 on a 4-point scale during the final 90 quarter credits (or 60 semester credits) of enrolled coursework.
- Submit a copy of an educator certificate with 3 years experience.
Required Core | ||
EDUC 507 | PHILOSOPHY AND ORGANIZATION OF THE AMERICAN SCHOOL | 4 |
EDUC 520 | METHODS OF EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH | 4 |
EDUC 522 | TRANSFORMATION OF LEARNING AND TEACHING | 4 |
Area Specialization | ||
EDUC 551 | SUPERVISION OF INSTRUCTION | 4 |
EDUC 554 | CURRICULAR DESIGN AND EVALUATION | 4 |
EDUC 564 | SCHOOL LAW | 4 |
EDUC 565 | LEADERSHIP FOR TODAY'S SCHOOLS | 4 |
EDUC 566 | LEADERSHIP IN SCHOOL-COMMUNITY RELATIONS | 4 |
EDUC 567 | SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION AND BUDGET | 4 |
Professional Internship and Portfolio | ||
EDUC 660 | PRINCIPAL INTERNSHIP AND PORTFOLIO I | 2 |
EDUC 661 | PRINCIPAL INTERNSHIP AND PORTFOLIO II | 2 |
EDUC 662 | PRINCIPAL INTERNSHIP AND PORTFOLIO III | 2 |
EDUC 663 | PRINCIPAL INTERNSHIP AND PORTFOLIO IV | 2 |
EDUC 664 | PRINCIPAL INTERNSHIP AND PORTFOLIO V | 2 |
EDUC 665 | PRINCIPAL INTERNSHIP AND PORTFOLIO VI | 2 |
Comprehensive Exam | ||
EDUC 667 | PRINCIPAL COMPREHENSIVE EXAM | 1 |
Total Credits | 49 |
Students who earn an M.ED. in Educational Leadership with Principal Certification should be able to:
- demonstrate an understanding of the current theory, research, and strategies needed to effectively lead schools in P-12 educational settings;
- demonstrate the competency-based knowledge and skills required for effectively working in leadership roles in P-12 educational settings in compliance with NELP and Washington State Standards as well as program requirements;
- understand and prepare for the educational, social, political, economic, and cultural context within which school leader’s work;
- know the legal requirements, expectations and authority of a school leader;
- lead school improvement and instructional supervision to support positive student outcomes;
- create a positive school climate and culture;
- respond to students, staff, families, and community members in a positive and inclusive manner.