Education Specialist in Teacher Leadership

The EDS in Teacher Leadership is a 30 hour program. Twenty-three hours of the 30 hours are core courses, including a 4 hour practicum. In consultation with their advisor, students will choose an additional seven hours of content courses. Students may take their seven hours of content courses within the EDTL level courses which are offered, or students have the option of taking their content courses in their area of certification with other programs at GCSU, although these courses may not be offered online. The degree program must be completed within six years beginning with the initial date of course work. Only those courses listed on the program of graduate study fulfill degree requirements. Only grades of A or B count toward the EDS degree. The degree program must be completed within six years beginning with the initial date of course work. Only those courses listed on the program of graduate study fulfill degree requirements.

For admission, a student must have a minimum GPA of 3.25, hold or be eligible for a clear renewable, level five (5) Georgia Teacher Certificate, submit proof of 3 years of certificated teaching, and submit University Admissions Form including application fee, if applicable. Additionally, candidates must submit two professional recommendations, transcripts from all colleges/universities attended, verification of immunization, and a letter of support from the administrator at the school where employed.