The Master of Education degree is designed to give new as well as in-service teachers advanced training in subject matter fields and in professional education. This program meets the needs of both new and experienced teachers who recognize the personal and professional benefits to be gained from additional training. Students who did not certify to teach at the undergraduate level may do so while pursuing the master of education degree.

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• M.Ed. Curriculum Plans: 

• • Advanced Studies in Teaching & Learning

• • Early Childhood Special Ed
  • Elementary Education
  • Secondary Education
  • Secondary plan Kinesiology

• Reading Specialist P-12

• Forms
  
  • Master of Education Application Form
  • Advanced Studies in Teaching & Learning Application
  • Educator Scholarship Application
  • Initial Request to Graduate Form

• Also see the Catalog. (Select Graduate & Professional Catalog 2012-2013

Master of Education in Educational Leadership
Program for Building Level (Principal's) Licensure: The Master of Education degree in Educational Leadership rigorously prepares candidates to become highly qualified building level administrators. Standard teacher licensure and at least 2 years of teaching experience are required to enter the program. Candidates will complete a 37-hour program of study (including a 2 hour Bible course) inclusive of 2 internships and the compilation and defense of a Chalk and Wire portfolio. A program of study not leading to a degree can be designed for those already holding a master's degree. Completing this degree or program of study, successful completion of the School Leaders Licensure Assessment (SLLA), and 4 years of teaching experience will qualify the candidate for standard building level licensure as a P-12 administrator.

Leadership Course Schedule:     Summer 2013   Fall 2013 

M.Ed. Leadership Curriculum Plan

Forms:

• M.Ed. in Educational Leadership Application
• Educator Scholarship Application
• Initial Request to Graduate Form

Also see the Catalog. (Select Graduate & Professional Catalog 2012-2013)

Click for Educational Leadership Exit Survey

Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
The Master of Education degree in Curriculum and Instruction prepares candidates to become highly qualified Curriculum Program Administrators in either Curriculum or Special Education. Standard teacher licensure and at least 2 years of teaching experience are required to enter the program. Candidates will complete a 37-hour program of study (including a 2-hour Bible course) inclusive of 2 internships and the compilation and defense of a Chalk and Wire portfolio. A program of study not leading to a degree can be designed for those already holding a master's degree. Completing this degree or program of study, successful completion of the School Leaders Licensure Assessment (SLLA), and 4 years teaching experience in the relevant area requested will qualify the candidate for standard Curriculum Program Administrator licensure at the P-12 level.

Curriculum Course Schedule:    Summer 2013   Fall 2013

M.Ed. Curriculum Program Administrator: Curriculum Specialist Licensure
M.Ed. Curriculum Program Administrator: Special Education Licensure
Instructional Facilitator Endorsement Plan

Forms:

• Application Form
• Educator Scholarship Application
• Initial Request to Graduate Form

Also see the Catalog. (Select Graduate & Professional Catalog 2012-2013)

Master of Science in Education
The Master of Science in Education degree program is planned to facilitate student attainment of vocational and personal goals without completing teacher certification requirements. This program is flexible and is designed to meet the needs of students who have specific vocational goals in mind.

Curriculum:

• MSE Early Childhood Special Ed
• MSE Plan Kinesiology
• MSE Plan - Art, Behavioral Sciences, Education, English, Family and Consumer Sciences, French, History/Social Sciences, Mathematics, Spanish, or Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)

Forms:

• Master of Science in Education Application
• Educator Scholarship Application
• Initial Request to Graduate Form

Also see the Catalog. (Select Graduate & Professional Catalog 2012-2013)

Master of Science (M.S.) and Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Professional Counseling (Professional Counseling Site)
The Master of Science in Counseling prepares intellectually sound, emotionally mature, professionally competent counselors. Students come from diverse backgrounds with some individuals recently graduating and other individuals bringing varied experiences from the working world. All are preparing to be professional counselors in schools and/or community counseling settings. The M.S. program in Counseling requires students take and become proficient in eight core areas of counseling: professional identity, social and cultural foundations, human growth and development, career development, helping relationships, group work, appraisal, and research and evaluation. These courses are written to CACREP guidelines and lead to licensure as a School Counselor and/or a Licensed Professional Counselor.

Counseling Course Schedule:      Summer 2013     Fall 2013

M.S. in Professional Counseling Curriculum Plan
Ed.S. in Professional Counseling Curriculum Plan

Forms:

• M.S. in Professional Counseling Application Form
• Ed.S. in Professional Counseling Application Form
• Educator Scholarship Application
• Initial Request to Graduate Form

Also see the Catalog. (Select Graduate & Professional Catalog 2012-2013)

Master of Science in Educational Technology
Schools today are in need of instructional technology leaders, and this course of study will prepare students to be technology leaders in their classrooms or chosen occupations. Many educators also wish to gain knowledge that will allow them to recommend or request appropriate technologies for the classroom. Additionally, this degree serves as an alternative for educators who want to further their education in an area outside of their specialization that will benefit themselves and their schools. Noneducation students will find this program helps them to utilize technology more effectively in the workplace.

Ed Tech Course Schedule:     Summer 2013     Fall 2013

Educational Technology Curriculum Plan

Forms:

• M.S. in Educational Technology Application
• Educator Scholarship Application
• Initial Request to Graduate Form

Also see the Catalog. (Select Graduate & Professional Catalog 2012-2013)

Educational Specialist in Educational Leadership
Program for District Level (Superintendent's) Licensure: The Educational Specialist degree provides candidates with the competencies necessary for school district leadership. A minimum of initial building level administrator licensure is required. Courses and program requirements meet current Arkansas state guidelines leading to district level administrative licensure (subject to having standard building level licensure and the successful completion of the School Superintendent Assessment ). The Educational Specialist Degree in Educational Leadership is a 30-hour program (including a Bible course). A specialist project, a professional portfolio, and written comprehensive examinations are required for completion of this degree, in addition to completing the 30-hour program. A state approved 24-hour Program of Study for obtaining district level licensure is also available for those not interested in completing an Educational Specialist Degree.

EDS Leadership Course Schedule:      Summer 2013   Fall 2013

Curriculum:

• Ed.S. in Educational Leadership Curriculum Plan
• District Level Licensure Program of Study Plan

Forms:

• Educational Leadership Application
• Educator Scholarship Application
• Initial Request to Graduate Form

Also see the Catalog. (Select Graduate & Professional Catalog 2012-2013)

Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership (P-20)
This degree combines leadership doctoral programs for kindergarten through grade 12 and higher education.  Students will master core knowledge in these fields and develop a high level of analytical (quantitative and qualitative) research skills complemented by extensive and relevant leadership knowledge in management, planning and policy.

Ed.D. Leadership Course Schedule:   Summer 2013   Fall 2013

Ed.D. in Educational Leadership Curriculum Plan

Curriculum Map if Entering Fall 2011
Curriculum Map if Entering Fall 2012
Curriculum Map if Entering Fall 2013

Admission Requirements, Procedure and Review

Prerequisites to the Program

Interview Instructions

Forms:

• Ed.D. in Educational Leadership Application
• Ed.D. Reference Form
• Educator Scholarship Application
• Initial Request to Graduate Form

Also see the Catalog. (Select Graduate & Professional Catalog 2012-2013)

Not Seeking a Degree
Students seeking additional teacher licensures or those who have already taken six hours of graduate work at Harding are classified as NSD students. These students must apply for admission to the Graduate Program as NSD students and are required to pay the application fee and supply all admission materials.

Forms:

• Application for Admission
• Educator Scholarship Application

Also see the Catalog. (Select Graduate & Professional Catalog 2012-2013)

Special Student
Students seeking graduate work for professional advancement or personal enrichment may apply as a Special Student. This status allows the student to take 6 hours of graduate course work for credit by submitting the Special Student Application. There is no application fee required.

Forms: