Educational Leadership, Ed.S.

Degree Requirements

The University of West Georgia’s performance-based Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) Leadership Degree program emphasizes job embedded learning. Candidates who successfully complete the program earn a Tier II Leadership Certificate (PL-6) in educational leadership. A primary component of the program is a field-based residency in which students are provided the opportunity to practice, learn and demonstrate performance while on the job as an educational leader. Admission requirements include the following:

• A Master’s degree from a nationally or regionally accredited institution
• Hold a leadership position in a local education agency (LEA), or other service organization with which the university has a formal partnership agreement.
• Be recommended by the Superintendent, Headmaster, or the senior administrator of the employing LEA or organization.
• Must have “Tier I”, “L”, or “PL” certification
• Must complete Georgia Ethics for Educational Leadership - Program Entry Assessment (Test 370)