Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Teacher Leadership*

The Ed.S. in Teacher Leadership program is designed for educators who want to quickly increase their ability to make contributions to their school or organization, thereby improving the lives of their students. The program’s curriculum focuses on best practices that can be applied immediately in the classroom. This empowers educators at all levels of experience to use research to effect change and improve student learning, while developing the skills needed for professional advancement. 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 Descriptions

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Other Recommended Programs  

• Ed.S. in Administrator Leadership for Teaching and Learning
• Ed.S. in Educational Technology
• 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.