The Program

The Programs in Educational Administration and Supervision (EDAS) offer two graduate-level degree programs and coursework toward Ohio school administrative licensure for people who are interested in careers in the fields of educational administration and organizational leadership. The Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree program in Educational Administration and Supervision is intended for those who wish to qualify as administrators in schools or educational service agencies. The Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) degree program, if carefully planned, will enable students to meet requirements for the positions of school principal, superintendent of schools, or other administrative specialist positions for which an Ohio license is required. For applicants interested in a doctoral degree in a related field, see the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree program in Leadership Studies, listed under the Doctoral Degree Programs.

After completing a graduate degree program in EDAS, most students are eligible to apply course work toward licensure by the Ohio State Department of Education in the following areas:

1. Principalship

a. Grades pre-K – 9
         b. Grades 4 – 12

2. Superintendent

3. Administrative Specialist

a. Curriculum & Instruction and Professional Development
         b. Education Staff Personnel Administration
         c. Educational Research
         d. Pupil Services Administration
         e. School-Community Relations

 
Prerequisites to Graduate Work

Applicants to the M.Ed. and Ed.S. programs must have one year of teaching experience in a school setting. Prospective students without teaching experience may be considered; however, a rationale will need to be provided by the student as to why we should consider their application, and the faculty committee may also interview the prospective student. Also, if a student is interested in being recommended for an Ohio administrative license, prior certification/licensure and teaching experience are required.

Contact Information:

Dan Fasko, Graduate Coordinator for M.Ed.

Room: 566 Education Building

Phone: 419-372-9184

Patrick Pauken, Graduate Coordinator for Ed.S.

Room: 505 Education Building

Phone: 419-372-2550

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