Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Administrator Leadership for Teaching and Learning*

The Ed.S. in Administrator Leadership for Teaching and Learning program is designed for administrators who want to quickly increase their effectiveness in transforming their educational environment. The program’s curriculum is focused on an innovative, collaborative model of administration and is designed to increase expertise in understanding and analyzing research. Graduates will have the skills to integrate theory and practice to advance their careers and have a positive impact on their educational communities. And since there is no residency requirement, you can more easily balance your education with your personal and professional commitments. In addition, some of the coursework you complete as part of this post-master's degree program can apply to a Walden doctoral degree in education, allowing you to earn that degree in less time.

Completion Requirements

• 36 total semester credit hours

Estimated time to completion: 2 years, depending on individual progress. For a personalized estimate of your time to completion, call your enrollment advisor at 1-866-492-5336.

Core Courses

Course Code	Course Title	Credits
EDAD 7002	Foundations: Administrator Leadership for Teaching and Learning	6
EDAD 7200	Leadership for Today’s Schools	6
EDAD 7201	Applied Research in Education	6
EDAD 7202	Leading to Promote Learning	6
EDAD 7203	Leading Professional Learning Communities	6
EDAD 7900	School Leadership Capstone: Trends, Issues, and Global Perspectives	6

Course Descriptions

Learn More

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Other Recommended Programs 

• Ed.S. in Educational Technology
• Ed.S. in Teacher Leadership
• Ed.S. in Educational Leadership and Administration (Principal Preparation)  

*Walden University does not offer a state-approved Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree that is recognized for P–12  teacher or administrator licensure/certification in Minnesota (Walden's home state) or any other state. Walden University makes no representation or guarantee that successful completion of Walden's programs, or coursework for graduate credit within any graduate program, will permit a graduate to obtain state certification or licensure as a principal, assistant principal, or other type of K–12 teacher or administrator.