Administration and Supervision, Instructional Leadership Concentration, Ed.S.

Administration and Supervision

Develop the skills and knowledge required to lead and improve instructional programs.

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Administration and Supervision, Instructional Leadership Concentration, Ed.S.

Middle Tennessee State University offers a dynamic Education Specialist (Ed.S.) program in Administration and Supervision, with the option to pursue a pathway leading to instructional leadership licensure. Whether you're seeking to enhance your teaching and leadership effectiveness or advance into educational leadership roles, this program is designed to build the knowledge and skills necessary to drive meaningful change in K-12 schools and administrative settings. Strong leadership is vital to fostering academic success, and our program equips educators to implement evidence-based strategies, lead instructional improvements, and navigate the complex challenges that arise in today’s educational landscape.
Designed with working professionals in mind, our fully online format provides the flexibility and accessibility needed to balance your career, studies, and personal commitments. The program can be completed in as little as five semesters, offering both structure and freedom. Highlights include asynchronous coursework you can complete on your schedule, an accelerated yet high-quality curriculum, and an optional licensure track for those pursuing formal leadership certification. Whether you’re looking to meet licensure requirements or simply elevate your expertise, MTSU’s Ed.S. in Administration and Supervision helps you take the next step in your professional journey.

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Donald Snead, Chair of the Womack Educational Leadership Department at Middle Tennessee State University, spoke on this month’s episode of MTSU’s “Out of the Blue” television show about bringing a previously fully online concentration of the Master of Education in Administration and Supervision degree program back to campus this summer. (MTSU graphic illustration by Joseph Poe)

‘Out of the Blue’ features graduate education degree’s return to campus [+VIDEO]

Donald Snead, education professor and chair of the Womack Educational Leadership Department, was interviewed on this month’s “Out of the Blue” episode about bringing a previously fully-online concentration of the Master of Education in Administration and Supervision degree program back to campus this summer.  “We’ve had a number of people who have inquired about this program,” Snead said. [ Read More ]

News Briefs

Donald Snead, Chair of the Womack Educational Leadership Department at Middle Tennessee State University, spoke on this month’s episode of MTSU’s “Out of the Blue” television show about bringing a previously fully online concentration of the Master of Education in Administration and Supervision degree program back to campus this summer. (MTSU graphic illustration by Joseph Poe)

‘Out of the Blue’ features graduate education degree’s return to campus [+VIDEO]

Donald Snead, education professor and chair of the Womack Educational Leadership Department, was interviewed on this month’s “Out of the Blue” episode about bringing a previously fully-online concentration of the Master of Education in Administration and Supervision degree program back to campus this summer.  “We’ve had a number of people who have inquired about this program,” Snead said. [ Read More ]

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Administration and Supervision, Instructional Leadership Concentration, Ed.S.


Upon completion, graduates will be equipped for advanced leadership roles in K-12 education:

  • Principal
  • Assistant Principal
  • Teacher Leadership
  • Education Director
  • District Administrator
  • Instructional Coordinator
  • School Site Coordinator
  • Educational Consultant

 

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MTSU’s Career Development Center

MTSU offers a comprehensive Career Development Center that serves students throughout the full student experience and beyond. They collaborate with faculty and staff to equip students with the tools to be marketable to the world of work and continuing education.  

Students can schedule an appointment or check online resources and job boards at mtsu.edu/career

Students can find current internship opportunities by talking to faculty and visiting the University job and internship board called Handshake

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Learn more about the MTSU’s Ed.S. Administration and Supervision – K-12 Instructional Leadership Concentration by filling out the form below, e-mailing [email protected] or calling (615) 904-8124.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

MTSU discloses that the Education Specialist (EDS) in Administration and Supervision, Instructional Leadership is an educator preparation program accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and approved by the Tennessee Department of Education. Admission to an educator preparation program does not guarantee that students will obtain a license. Successful completion of this program meets the educational requirements to apply for instructional leader licensure in Tennessee.

The EDS Administration and Supervision, Instructional Leadership disclosure provided on MTSU’s professional licensure disclosure website indicates the states and territories where MTSU has determined, through reasonable and good faith effort, that the program does or does not meet the educational requirements for other US states and territories. Licensing authorities for each state set and enforce their own requirements and standards, which are subject to change. Current and prospective students not located in Tennessee or who plan to seek licensure or certification outside the state of Tennessee should contact the appropriate state licensing agency or board and discuss their plans with an advisor and the MTSU Office of Teacher Licensure before enrolling in the program to ensure they have the most up-to-date information and guidance regarding licensure requirements.

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