Master of Arts in Education in Instructional Leadership

MAEd in Instructional Leadership online program

Program Overview

Argosy University developed the Master of Arts in Education (MAEd) in Instructional Leadership program for educators that want to develop or enhance their classroom skills, become curriculum supervisors, or become educational leaders with instruction as their main focus. The program is designed for working professionals who want to achieve balance among their career, family, and education.

You can develop core practical and academic skills in analysis, learn current trends and advanced techniques in curriculum design, and generally enhance you abilities in and around the classroom. Courses cover the practical, historical, philosophical, psychological, social, technical and theoretical aspects of education.

Certification and Licensure

While the courses and curriculum in the MAEd in Instructional 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 largest graduate student communities in the nation and enjoy a collegial, supportive academic environment. You can 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

As a MAEd in Instructional Leadership graduate student, you will gain the professional skills required to compete for titled roles such as:

  • Assistant Principal
  • Community College Instructor
  • Educational Administrator
  • Elementary School Teacher
  • High School Teacher
  • Middle and Secondary School Teacher
  • Occupational Instructors
  • Preschool & Kindergarten Teacher
  • Principal
  • School Administrator
  • Secondary School Teacher
  • Special Education Teacher
  • Technical, Trade or Industrial Instructor

Argosy University Academic Heritage

  • Argosy University 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 Instructional Leadership program is part of the College of Education and Human Education.

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

According to the U.S. Department of Labor 2006-07 Occupational Outlook Handbook, "Employment of instructional coordinators is expected to grow much faster than average (increase 27% or more) for all occupations through the year 2014. Over the next decade, instructional coordinators will be instrumental in developing new curricula to meet the demands of a changing society and in training the teacher workforce."

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