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Please be sure to\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/education.ufl.edu\/educational-technology\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">contact us<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">!<\/span><br \/>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_3_font=&#8221;Lato|||on|||||&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; header_3_letter_spacing=&#8221;2px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||1px|||&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Program Overview and Goals<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;How many credits are required to complete this degree program?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;4ff1ed65-53e0-4013-b3a0-c5f533bb9ca0&#8243; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]The Master of Education (M.Ed.) requires 36 credits, and students typically enroll in two classes (6 credits) per semester. At this pace, students can expect to complete the M.Ed. in six semesters (two years). 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Students entering with at least three years of teaching experience are eligible for the certification track. However, those entering with less can transition to the certification track after completing three years of teaching.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Should I pursue the school leadership track or the systems leadership track?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;4ff1ed65-53e0-4013-b3a0-c5f533bb9ca0&#8243; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you intend to lead a school of any kind (public, private <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">or<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> charter), you should pursue the <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/education.ufl.edu\/educational-leadership\/prospective-students\/online-m-ed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">school leadership track<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. This track includes the core courses (36 credits) most relevant for school leadership of any kind.\u00a0<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you intend to lead a public school in Florida, you should pursue the School Leadership track with Florida Level 1 Educational Leadership Certification.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Students interested in specialized roles in systems leadership, K-12 education policy, digital transformation, and other innovative leadership positions outside the conventional school setting should consider the <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/education.ufl.edu\/educational-leadership\/prospective-students\/online-m-ed-systems-leadership-track\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">systems leadership track<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><br \/>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_3_font=&#8221;Lato|||on|||||&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; header_3_letter_spacing=&#8221;2px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;40px||1px||false|false&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Admissions and Application<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;How do I apply?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;4ff1ed65-53e0-4013-b3a0-c5f533bb9ca0&#8243; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section\">\n<div class=\"avia_textblock \">\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Prospective students must submit a completed application through the <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/admissions.ufl.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">UF application portal<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.\u00a0 Follow the graduate instructions provided by the admissions site, and be aware of our program-specific <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/education.ufl.edu\/educational-leadership\/prospective-students\/online-m-ed-systems-leadership-track\/application\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">application instructions<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Once we have reviewed the applications, the department will contact prospective students <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">and<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> a telephone interview may be requested to finalize the application process.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;When is my application due?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;4ff1ed65-53e0-4013-b3a0-c5f533bb9ca0&#8243; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Completed applications should be submitted by their respective term deadline. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The deadlines are as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">February 15 to start in the Summer<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">July 1 to start in the Fall<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">October 15 to start in the Spring<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">All application materials, including recommendation letters, must be received by the deadline.<\/span><br \/>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Are GRE scores required?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;4ff1ed65-53e0-4013-b3a0-c5f533bb9ca0&#8243; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section\">\n<div class=\"avia_textblock \">\n<p>GRE scores are only required to apply to the educational leadership Ph.D. program.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>However, if you choose to include scores in your application, please note that the University of Florida Office of Admissions will only accept scores sent directly from ETS. Use code 5812 to send your scores.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"hr hr-custom hr-left hr-icon-no avia-builder-el-12 el_after_av_textblock el_before_av_textblock \"><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;When will admission decisions be made?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;4ff1ed65-53e0-4013-b3a0-c5f533bb9ca0&#8243; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]Admission to the program is a collaborative decision between the program faculty. They are made on a rolling basis, typically beginning three to four weeks after the application deadline. We continue to make decisions until all spaces in the program are filled.<br \/>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_3_font=&#8221;Lato|||on|||||&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; header_3_letter_spacing=&#8221;2px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;40px||1px||false|false&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Academic Details<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;What is the field experience requirement for this program?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;4ff1ed65-53e0-4013-b3a0-c5f533bb9ca0&#8243; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section\">\n<div class=\"avia_textblock \">\n<p>Students who aim to earn their Florida Level 1 Educational Leadership Certification can gain the necessary field experience by completing EDA 6948 \u2014 Supervised Practice in School Administration. This practicum is typically scheduled during the final two semesters of the student&#8217;s degree program. In this course, students work under the guidance of a site supervisor, who must be a principal certified by the State of Florida, and a university supervisor, who also serves as the course instructor. The student must complete a minimum of 150 hours of field experience in a school setting under the supervision of a Level 2 certified principal (most common in public schools). Upon completion, both the site supervisor and the university supervisor jointly assess the student&#8217;s performance.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>For students pursuing the systems or non-certification track, the internship also involves completing 150 hours. However, it has flexibility on the setting and context of the internship.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"hr hr-custom hr-left hr-icon-no avia-builder-el-26 el_after_av_textblock el_before_av_textblock \"><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Is an M.Ed. degree in educational leadership available without earning Florida Level 1 Educational Leadership Certification?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;4ff1ed65-53e0-4013-b3a0-c5f533bb9ca0&#8243; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section\">\n<div class=\"avia_textblock \">\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Students can earn an M.Ed. in educational leadership without Florida Level 1 Educational Leadership Certification. To do so, students take an additional elective or practicum instead of field experience (EDA 7945 instead of EDA 6948). Prospective students interested in this option might be interested in the <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/education.ufl.edu\/educational-leadership\/prospective-students\/online-m-ed-systems-leadership-track\/faq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">systems leadership track<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"hr hr-custom hr-left hr-icon-no avia-builder-el-32 el_after_av_textblock el_before_av_textblock \"><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;I am not interested in leading a school, but I am interested in taking on another leadership role within education. What is my best option?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;4ff1ed65-53e0-4013-b3a0-c5f533bb9ca0&#8243; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you do not intend to lead a school, you may be interested in the <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/education.ufl.edu\/educational-leadership\/prospective-students\/online-m-ed-systems-leadership-track\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">systems leadership track<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. Systems leadership allows students to specialize in a particular area, such as digital transformation, data leadership, policy, and more \u2014 while still emerging with essential skills for leading organizations within education.<\/span><br \/>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Do I still earn the same degree if I pursue the non-certification or systems leadership track? &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;4ff1ed65-53e0-4013-b3a0-c5f533bb9ca0&#8243; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]Yes. All graduates will receive a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree in educational leadership.<br \/>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_3_font=&#8221;Lato|||on|||||&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; header_3_letter_spacing=&#8221;2px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;40px||1px||false|false&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Administrative and Technical Issues<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Where can I find more information about the online\/distance state authorization process?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;4ff1ed65-53e0-4013-b3a0-c5f533bb9ca0&#8243; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section\">\n<div class=\"avia_textblock \">\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section\">\n<div class=\"avia_textblock \">\n<p>For more information about online\/distance state authorization, please visit the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/distance.ufl.edu\/state-authorization-status\/\">UF Distance Learning information<\/a>\u00a0page about this process.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"hr hr-custom hr-left hr-icon-no avia-builder-el-32 el_after_av_textblock el_before_av_textblock \"><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;I&#8217;m not located in Florida, will the certification track lead to certification in my home state?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;4ff1ed65-53e0-4013-b3a0-c5f533bb9ca0&#8243; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]School leadership certification is managed state to state, with requirements varying widely by respective Departments of Education (DOEs). In some cases, a state only requires an educational leadership degree, while in others it may require a series of specific courses. You are encouraged to connect with your respective credentialing body to determine if this program will lead to certification in your context. 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If you have questions about the program, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">please contact\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"mailto:wbalser@coe.ufl.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Walter Balser, Ph.D<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_menu menu_id=&#8221;4&#8243; module_class=&#8221;pa-vertical-menu&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; menu_font=&#8221;Lato|700|||||||&#8221; menu_text_color=&#8221;#1C2F3D&#8221; menu_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#E8E8E8&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||20px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|false|false&#8221; custom_css_before=&#8221;content:&#8217;Menu&#8217;;&#8221; custom_css_menu_link=&#8221;margin-left: 8px; 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