PK-12 Educational Leadership
M.A. with Preliminary Administrative Services Credential Option
Learn about the Master's degree in Educational Leadership PK-12 with an option to complete the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential.
Attention:
If you have missed the February 1st deadline, you will still have the opportunity to apply until April 1st. Please click on the How to Apply button below for more details.
Overview
The M.A. in Educational Leadership Program is designed for school administrators and teachers who aspire to a leadership role in PK-12 education. The program requires students to complete coursework for the administrative credential plus 9 additional units related to research and the completion of an action research project. This project takes the place of the traditional thesis paper required for most M.A. degree majors.
Preliminary Administrative Services Credential Option
The Credential option is available to students who apply for the MA/
Cohort & Coursework
Students are admitted in cohort groups (including both master and credential only students) each summer. Each cohort includes approximately 20-30 students, all of whom are working professionals in public or private schools or other educational settings. Coursework leading towards the preliminary administrative services credential is completed over 3 semesters (summer, fall, and spring). Master's degree students will complete 9 additional units spread out between 2 additional semesters (the summer between years 1 and 2, and the fall semester of the 2nd year).
Class meetings
Classes are held one evening each week, and in most cases are offered off-campus at educational facilities accessible via major freeways.
Courses
View the course sequence for the program.
Handbook
The M.A./Credential Handbook includes details about degree requirements, student performance expectations, candidate appeal process, comprehensive oral examination, and more.
Contact Us
Dr. Alejandro Gonzalez Ojeda
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