MEd Online Degree | K-12 Educational Leadership

Program Overview

Yorkville University's Master of Education in Educational Leadership with a Specialization in Educational Administration prepares aspiring K-12 leaders for roles as department heads, vice-principals, and principals. The program offers two pathways: course-based for those focused on course learning, and research-based for those interested in independent research or doctoral studies. Delivered fully online, the program emphasizes critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and the integration of theory and practice.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Education in Educational Leadership with a Specialization in Educational Administration at Yorkville University prepares you to become a recognized leader within your school and take your K-12 career to the next level. Designed for aspiring department heads, vice-principals and principals in K-12 education, the interactive online program develops leadership skills to champion initiatives and lead departments. Students may complete their degree through one of two pathways. The course-based pathway is perfect for those wishing to focus on course learning outcomes. The research-based pathway is perfect for students interested in independent research as well as those hoping to pursue doctoral studies.

Objectives:

The Master of Education program is designed for students holding a bachelor or first professional degree from varied academic backgrounds. The program provides students with courses and activities intended to prepare them for a specialized field of educational practice. Those already involved in the field are able to extend their professional knowledge and skills. Graduates of the Master of Education in Educational Leadership will be uniquely prepared as critically conscious, reflexive practitioners who understand the symbiotic relationship between theory and practice, and how to incorporate these two lenses with sound ethical and social responsibility.

Program Description:

• Delivery: Fully Online
• Start Dates: January, May, September
• Duration: As few as 2 years
• Designation: Yorkville University’s Master of Education in Educational Leadership has been approved by the Teacher Certification branch of the NB Department of Education and Early Childhood Education for use towards a higher Teacher Certification, as well as for Principal’s Certification.
Because of interprovincial agreements, graduates of Educational Administration specialization can expect that their degrees will be recognized in all provinces and territories. Yorkville has entered into conversations with certification boards in all provinces and territories and confirmed that the degree is recognized as a valid designation issued by the New Brunswick Ministry of Education. As licensure requirements are provincial, students are advised to contact their local boards to determine what, if any, additional requirements are necessary to administer in their specific K-12 specific systems as several provinces have implemented provincial qualification courses. In these instances, The Faculty of Education works with the students to assess these PQP courses for eligibility for transfer credit or advanced standing.

Outline:

• Program Design:
• Our programs offer students choice of pathway to attaining a Master of Education degree.
• The course-based pathway is perfect for students wishing to focus on course learning outcomes and who do not intend to pursue a career in research or a terminal degree in education.
The research-based pathway is perfect for students interested in independent research as well as those hoping to pursue doctoral studies.
• Flexible Schedule:
• Balance work, home and study demands with a flexible, online course schedule and study at your own place.
• Choose to take courses as your busy life permits and study during the day, evenings or on the weekends.
• Accelerated Program:
• Earn your degree in as few as 2 years with a full course load, year-round study or approved transfer credits.
• Receive recognition at work and graduate faster compared to traditional on-campus programs.