Educational Specialist (EdS) in Educational Leadership (Instructional Leadership Certification)

Students will learn the foundational skills needed in advanced school administration and leadership roles with an online Educational Specialist in Educational Leadership (Instructional Leadership) degree from The University of Alabama. After earning their Instructional Leadership certification, graduates will be able to develop and enact a shared mission of high-quality education and academic success.Lead Your School to GreatnessThroughout our program, students will develop various skills focused on motivating colleagues and students to achieve the goals of their school’s strategic plan and vision. Learning how to best interact with community members and other faculty and staff is also crucial in this program so graduates can effectively lead and improve their organizations.With an Educational Leadership degree, our alums seek careers as school principals, college deans, program directors, superintendents, university presidents and more.This program leads to Alabama Class AA Instructional Leadership (P-12) Certification.CurriculumThe EdS in Educational Leadership with Instructional Leadership certification consists of 30-33 credit hours. Program and courses are subject to change.