Master of Arts in Education in Educational Leadership

MAEd in Educational Leadership online program

Program Overview

Argosy University developed its Master of Arts in Education (MAEd) in Educational Leadership Program to transition students from the role of a classroom leader to that of an administrative leader in complex educational institutions. The curriculum challenges students to develop their core skills in the areas of practical and academic analysis, oral and written communication, problem-solving, critical thinking, team-building, and technology. The program is a practitioner-oriented program of study scheduled to permit students to balance the demands of career, family, and school.

Certification and Licensure

While the courses and curriculum in the MAEd in Educational Leadership program are designed to satisfy prevailing state licensure and certification requirements in many states, students are responsible for checking with the teaching certification agency in the state in which they teach (or plan to work or teach) to confirm the applicability and eligibility of program courses and degrees to meet local requirements prior to enrollment.

Online Experience

As a student at Argosy University, you will join one of the leading graduate student communities in the nation and enjoy a collegial, supportive academic environment. You will take classes online in our interactive, user-friendly classroom and learn from seasoned faculty members who provide personalized attention in a small class setting. Throughout your matriculation, we will support you with a student advisor, faculty mentor, career services, and an online campus community enabling you to connect with your global peers.

Careers

With a combination of prior experience and instruction from Argosy University, your degree will enable you to compete for titled positions such as:

  • Assistant Principal
  • Community College Instructor
  • Educational Administrator
  • Elementary School Teacher
  • High School Teacher
  • Instructional Coordinator
  • Middle and Secondary School Teacher
  • Occupational Instructor
  • Principal
  • School Administrator
  • Special Education Teacher
  • Technical, Trade or Industrial Instructor

Argosy University Academic Heritage

  • Argosy is a leader in graduate-level education and supports one of the largest graduate student communities in the nation.
  • Argosy University has locations in 18 cities across the United States.
  • The MAEd in Educational Leadership is part of the College of Education and Human Development.

Regional Accreditation

Argosy University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association (NCA) (30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602, 1.800.621.7440, www.ncahlc.org)

Academic Heritage

Program Facts

  • Program: 36 Credits
    - Core Courses: 9
    - Elective Courses: 3
  • Credits per Course: 3
  • Course Length: 7½ weeks
  • Program Length: 1-2 yrs

Occupational Outlook

The U.S. Department of Labor 2006-07 Occupational Outlook Handbook defines Education Administrators as individuals that "provide instructional leadership as well as manage the day-to-day activities in schools, preschools, daycare centers, and colleges and universities. . . . As education and training take on greater importance in everyone’s lives, the need for people to administer education programs will grow. Job opportunities for many of these [education administrator] positions should also be excellent because a large proportion of education administrators are expected to retire over the next 10 years."

Source: U.S Department of labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook 2006-2007 Edition.