Degree Pathway - Master of Education - Educational Administration - Principal

Master of Education - Educational Administration - Principal

The M.Ed. in Educational Administration: Principal Option is a 30-credit degree program. The program is a blend of online course work, field experience and practicum.

The program is for Massachusetts teachers only.

Candidates must have three years of PK-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
Course #	Course Name	Cr.
Total		15
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 Instructional Leader	3

Group B Courses
Course #	Course Name	Cr.
Total		9
EDUC.6220	Managing Resources and Finances	3
EDUC.6230	School Policy and Law	3
EDUC.6423	Program Evaluation	3

In order to enroll in the practicum, candidates must have a GPA of 3.25 and be employed in a public school district or in a charter or private school where the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks are followed. Additionally, they must be mentored by a Principal or Assistant Principal who holds a MA Principal license.

Practicum
Course #	Course Name	Cr.
Total		6
EDUC.5922	Principal Practicum I (Fall)	3
EDUC.5932	Principal Practicum II (Spring)	3

Master of Education - Educational Administration - Principal

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