Specialist in Education

The Ed.S. program prepares candidates for administrative appointments in area education agencies, state departments of education, and the U.S. Department of Education. It also assists school administrators in upgrading their administrative skills to the level of superintendent of schools. Students seeking licensure plan a program approved by an advisor to meet State of Iowa licensure requirements.

Education Specialist in Special Education Administration

The Ed.S. in Special Education Administration program is offered jointly with the Department of Curriculum and Instruction. Its primary objective is to provide sufficient training and experience to enable graduates to obtain entry-level positions in administration. The career focus of the program is on middle management positions such as supervisors and assistant directors. Successful completion of the program qualifies students for licensure in Iowa to serve as directors of special education (State of Iowa Endorsement 239) and for certification in general school administration (State of Iowa Endorsement 171).