Advance your career with a Master in Education in Instructional Leadership. This new adventure will give you the coursework and experience needed to advance in the administration sector of education. You鈥檒l learn from experts in their field about research methods, school business management, administration, leadership theories, and more!
Graduate Studies:
College of Education and Behavioral Sciences
Department chair name:
Amy Downey,
Ed.D.
Program Director:
Amy Downey,
Ed.D.
Because leadership in education matters, and we believe you have what it takes to make a difference. At 海角社区, we provide a program that combines rigorous coursework, practical training, and mentorship form experienced faculty. Our M.Ed. in Instructional Leadership equips you to inspire change, develop innovative solutions, and guide others toward excellence in the PK-12 system. Take the next step in your career and lead with confidence at FHU!
An educator equipped with a degree from FHU is guaranteed to make a transformative impact in education, specifically in the administrative sector. Courses such as The Principalship, Data Analysis for School Improvement, Education Law, and more will equip you to be ready for your administrative role on day 1!
M.Ed. Degree in Instructional Leadership
Concentration in Administration and Supervision (Licensure)
Required Core: 34 hours (13 Core, and 21 Administrative)
| EDU 500 | Introduction to Graduate Studies | 1 |
| EDU 501 | Research Methods | 3 |
| EDU 503 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| EDU 505 | Instructional Theory and Design | 3 |
| EDU 635 | Advanced Legal Issues | 3 |
| EDU 601 | Foundations of School Administration and Supervision | 3 |
| EDU 610 | Leadership Theories and Applications | 3 |
| EDU 611 | School Business Management | 3 |
| EDU 612 | School and Community Relations | 3 |
| EDU 613 | The Principalship | 3 |
| EDU 614 | Instructional Leadership Licensure Internship | 3 |
| EDU 637 | Data Analysis for School Improvement | 3 |
Exception:聽No more than six (6) hours of the core Instructional Leadership Licensure courses (EDU 601 Foundations of School Administration and Supervision, EDU 610 Leadership Theories and Applications, EDU 611 School Business Management, EDU 612 School and Community Relations, EDU 613 The Principalship, EDU 614 Instructional Leadership Licensure Internship, and EDU 637 Data Analysis for School Improvement) may be transferred from a prior institution.
Freed鈥揌ardeman University will utilize the identified procedures for students applying for the Tennessee Instructional Leadership Licensure (ILL) as follows:
*Freed鈥揌ardeman University is obligated to maintain compliance with the Instructional Leadership Licensure (ILL) requirements as established by the Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE). The TDOE may change ILL requirements as directed by the appropriate oversight commissions at any time. Freed鈥揌ardeman University will make appropriate modifications to the curriculum based on the directives received by the TDOE.
| 聽Next Start Dates: | August 15
(Apply by August 10) |
Prerequisites:
Have more questions about our M.Ed. in Instructional Leadership degree? We鈥檝e provided the most commonly asked questions below. If you鈥檇 like to discuss anything further, submit an inquiry and we鈥檒l have someone from the Graduate Admissions Office contact you.
Earning an M.Ed. in Instructional Leadership can significantly advance your career in the field of education. Our program is designed to prepare educators for leadership roles within schools and educational organizations. Here are a few ways our program will help advance your career:
This program consists of 36 credit hours. By enrolling as a full-time student (9 credit hours per semester), you could finish in as little as five semesters. This would entail enrolling in all three terms (Fall, Spring, and Summer). However, if life is busy and work is hectic, you can elect to take fewer credit hours each semester. You鈥檒l still finish within the allotted time frame and it will allow you a proper work-life balance!
Yes! We utilize the procedures required for students applying for the Tennessee Instructional Leadership Licensure. The licensure-only track consists of 21 credit hours. Students interested in this track must meet the same entrance and exit requirements as those in the M.Ed. program.
Because at FHU, it鈥檚 more than an education. Our faculty are not just instructors. They act as mentors and guides to help you develop as you pursue advanced education. And your peers? They not only want to make a difference in the classroom, but they want to make themselves, their families, and their communities better. And that鈥檚 exactly why we exist: to expand a student鈥檚 professional knowledge for a higher purpose.