College of Education
Master of Arts in Education: Curricular and Instructional Leadership Emphasis
The field of education is growing and changing to match the needs of modern students. The emphasis allows you to be a resource for student learning, belonging, and achievement.
Overview
About the Program
Students arrive in classrooms with a wider range of needs, backgrounds, and experiences than ever before, and the educators who serve them best are those who understand the whole child, not just the curriculum.
The field of education is growing and changing to match the needs of modern students. The Curricular and Instructional Leadership for the Whole Child emphasis allows you to be a resource for student learning, belonging, and achievement.
University of Findlay’s Master of Arts in Education degree with an Emphasis in Curricular and Instructional Leadership for the Whole Child is designed for educators who want to lead, whether in the classroom, at the department level, or across a school building. This emphasis blends curriculum theory, instructional supervision, and the study of how children learn and thrive, equipping graduates to shape the educational experiences of students and colleagues alike.
Program
Highlights
At the University of Findlay, a master’s degree sets you up to make a real difference in schools and communities.
Whole-Child Focus
Curriculum Leadership Preparation
Instructional Supervision Training
Crisis-Informed Practice
Flexible, Fully-Online Format with
8-Week Courses
Advanced Pay Potential
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At a Glance
College
College of Education
Degree
Master of Arts in Education: Curricular and Instructional Leadership Emphasis
Format
Online
Required credits
33 Credits
Curriculum
Course Requirements
Students earning a Master of Arts in Education with an Emphasis in Curricular and Instructional Leadership for the Whole Child must complete the following:
The graduate education core consists of required courses that establish a strong foundation in educational theory, research, and practice. View the full core curriculum in the University of Findlay Graduate Catalog.
The Curricular and Instructional Leadership for the Whole Child strand consists of required emphasis courses that encapsulate curriculum theory, professional development, learning styles, trauma-informed practice, and strategic management.View the full emphasis curriculum in the University of Findlay Graduate Catalog.
student experience
Hands-On Experience
The Curricular and Instructional Leadership emphasis is built around immediate application. Students are practicing educators, and the coursework is designed to connect directly to their professional environments:
- Applied coursework.
- Assignments are designed to connect directly to your current classroom or professional context
- Research-driven final project.
- The culminating course invites students to pursue an independent topic in reading that reflects their personal and professional interests
Specific internship and field experience opportunities vary by concentration. Speak with your academic advisor to identify the best fit for your career goals.
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Accreditation
University of Findlay’s College of Education is accredited by recognized regional and national bodies, ensuring your degree holds weight with employers and institutions nationwide. The College of Education holds national accreditation through CAEP.
Accreditation status is reviewed on a regular basis. For the most current accreditation information, visit the University of Findlay Accreditation page.
