Online Master's in Instructional Leadership (MEd) Degree Program
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Program Overview
MEd Instructional Leadership
The online Master's Degree Program in Instructional Leadership is designed to help educators develop the ability to lead others, foster student achievement in learning-centered environments, and advocate for quality educational practices. This program focuses on topics such as school law, supervision, leadership, managing learning organizations, technology, and research.
Program Details
- Next Start Date: May 18
- Estimated Program Length: 1-2 years
- Credit Hours: 34
- Course Length: 8 weeks
- Cost Per Credit: $429
- Alabama Teaching Certification: Yes
Degree Overview
This online master's in instructional leadership is tailored for educators seeking a master's-level education and a Class A Professional Educator Certificate. It is also suitable for those aiming for leadership positions in public schools, private schools, and other educational organizations. The program is fully online and offered at one of the most affordable institutions in the state.
Course Details
Professional Courses: 10 hours
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| SE 500 | Introduction to Special Education | 3 |
| ED 506 | Educational Statistics | 3 |
| ED 505 | Technology and Education | 3 |
Certification Area: 24 hours
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| IL 571 | School Law | 3 |
| IL 572 | Curricular and Instructional Supervision | 3 |
| IL 573 | Contextual Dimensions of Instructional Leadership | 3 |
| IL 574 | Leading and Managing Learning Organizations | 3 |
| IL 575 | Multi-Disciplinary Perspectives of Instructional Leaders | 3 |
| IL 576 | School Business Management | 3 |
| IL 578 | Instructional Leadership Internship | 3 |
| IL 579 | Instructional Leadership Internship and Residency | 3 |
Program Completion Requirements
- The educator candidate must maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.25 or better in all courses in the approved program.
- Meet all program requirements.
- Hold a valid Class B Professional Educator Certificate in a teaching field or instructional support area.
- Have an official transcript from a regionally accredited institution documenting an earned master's degree.
- Pass the Praxis exam.
- Complete the LiveText Portfolio.
Admissions
Unconditional Admission:
To be unconditionally admitted, an applicant must:
- Meet the requirements to be admitted to the School of Graduate Studies.
- Have a minimum of three full years of full-time, acceptable professional education experience in a P-12 setting.
- Hold a valid Alabama Class B Professional Educator Certificate.
- Provide verification of background clearance/fingerprints.
- Submit an instructional leadership portfolio.
- Pass an interview conducted by a program admission committee.
- Submit a transcript documenting completion of a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a minimum 2.75-grade point average.
IL Process
The Instructional Leadership process involves four phases:
- Graduate School Admission: Must be admitted to graduate school.
- Instructional Leadership Portfolio Submission: Candidates must submit a portfolio for review.
- Interview: Each educator candidate must pass an interview conducted by a program admission committee.
- Portfolio Review: Educator candidates shall prepare and maintain a comprehensive portfolio indicating the level of experiences and knowledge gained in instructional leadership.
Tuition
- Graduate tuition is $429 per credit hour.
- A $75 technology fee is charged each semester.
Transfer
The University of West Alabama may accept up to 9 hours at the Graduate level for matching courses and curriculums for most programs.