Prepare yourself with advanced training in PK-12 education with our Education Specialist program at Freed-Hardeman University. This new adventure will expand upon your training and experience in education, equip you with advanced leadership skills, and enable you to help strengthen your school’s instructional effectiveness.
Graduate Studies:
College of Education and Behavioral Sciences
Department Chair Name:
Amy Downey,
Ed.D.
Program Director:
Amy Downey,
Ed.D.
Because education needs transformational leaders, and we believe you’re ready to make an impact. Our Ed.S. program equips you with advanced skills to lead in public or private PK-12 education, offering two tailored tracks: one in administration and supervision leading to licensure, and another in teacher leadership for those focusing on professional growth without licensure. With mentorship from experienced faculty, a flexible format, and an affordable pricing structure, FHU helps you take your career – and your leadership – to the next level!
An educator equipped with an Ed.S. degree from FHU is poised for a transformative impact in education. Equipped with advanced expertise in leadership, curriculum development, and educational innovation, you’ll stand out as leaders in your school, district, and industry. From pioneering new teaching methodologies to spearheading systemic reforms, you’ll be prepared to shape the future of PK-12 education!
| EDU 601 | Foundations of School Administration/Supervision | 3 |
| EDU 610 | Leadership Theories and Applications | 3 |
| EDU 611 | School Business Management | 3 |
| EDU 612 | School and Community Relations | 3 |
| EDU 613 | The Principalship | 3 |
| EDU 614 | Instructional Leadership Licensure Internship | 3 |
| EDU 630 | Professionalism and Ethics | 3 |
| EDU 637 | Data Analysis for School Improvement | 3 |
| EDU 670A | Advanced Educational Research Design I | 3 |
| EDU 670B | Advanced Educational Research Design II | 3 |
| EDU 671A | Quantitative Statistics Applied to Social Science Research I | 3 |
| EDU 672 | Qualitative Methods Applied to Social Science Research | 3 |
| Total Hours: | 36 |
| EDU 601 | Foundations of School Administration/Supervision | 3 |
| SPE 651 | Literacy Interventions | 3 |
| EDU 630 | Professionalism and Ethics | 3 |
| EDU 634 | Seminar in Multicultural and Diversity Issues in Education | 3 |
| EDU 637 | Data Analysis for School Improvement | 3 |
| EDU 638 | Instructional Design and Improvement | 3 |
| EDU 639 | Development of Professional Learning Communities | 3 |
| EDU 670A | Advanced Educational Research Design I | 3 |
| EDU 670B | Advanced Educational Research Design II | 3 |
| EDU 671A | Quantitative Statistics Applied to Social Science Research I | 3 |
| EDU 672 | Qualitative Methods Applied to Social Science Research | 3 |
| EDU 685 | Seminar in Professional Development | 3 |
| Total Hours: | 36 |
| Next Start Dates: | January 21
(Apply by January 7) |
At Freed-Hardeman University, the Ed.S. in Administration and Supervision is designed for individuals seeking leadership roles in education, focusing on preparing for licensure and administrative positions like principal or district-level roles. In contrast, the Ed.S. in Teacher Leadership emphasizes engaging in meaningful research both within and beyond PK-12 school settings. This program equips educators to explore innovative solutions, contribute to educational scholarship, and influence classroom practices and policies, fostering academic growth and professional development without pursuing licensure. Both tracks prepare educators to make a significant impact in education.
Prerequisites:
Of course! Our program is designed for full-time working professionals seeking to advance in their career and improve educational outcomes within the schools, districts, and communities in which they work. Upon completion of our Ed.S. program, you’ll be well positioned to lead positive change and move up the ladder in your career!
The 36 credit hour program can be completed in under 2 years. Our program is not cohort based so students are welcome to take fewer or more credit hours to ensure a timeline that works for them.
Yes! Students who complete our Ed.S. program are able to transfer all of their coursework into FHU’s Ed.D. program
This is a difficult question because it really depends on the student! The primary difference between the Ed.S. and the Ed.D. is the overall length of the program and the focus. Students will study many of the same topics in both programs. However, an Ed.S. allows students to gain knowledge and certification in one area in a more expedited manner. The Ed.D program consists of much of the same coursework but includes research courses and the completion of a dissertation.
