EDUCATION SPECIALIST IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP

Benefits of this program include:

• Convenient class schedule/format, designed for busy professionals
• Can be completed in 16 months (4 semesters)
• Experienced administrators and area specialists teach all courses
• Individualized on-the-job internship
• Michigan Department of Education approved
• Nationally recognized by the National Policy Board of Education Administration (NPB) and the Education Leadership Constituent Counsel (ELCC)
• Knowledge of all the important aspects of school administration
• Increased career options as a principal or school administrator
• Prepares students for the MTTC Exam required for State certification

Program goals:
The Ed.S. program in Educational Leadership goals are designed to prepare leaders for the challenges inherent in school leadership, specifically to:

• Prepare transformational leaders who can build a school culture and vision to ensure success for every student;
• Create and sustain social justice;
• Use data and research to inform practice;
• Build capacity for teachers to work as leaders in the schools;
• Prepare students for a knowledge economy.

To apply now, applicants must submit an online graduate application.

Select Application type: “I am interested in the Education Specialist program.”

Academic Plan: Education Specialist in Leadership — 100% online

Step 1: Sign into the Michigan Online Educator Certification system (MOECS)
Log into the Michigan Online Educator Certification System (MOECS) to apply to the state for your Administrative Certificate. If you are unsure if you have a MOECS account or need help logging in, refer to the "Initial MOECS Instructions" link on the Michigan Department of Education Certification Guidance page.

Step 2: Apply for your new certificate in MOECS
Once you have signed into MOECS, you may be asked to complete demographic information. After saving the information, you will see links on the left navigation panel. Choose the link to apply for your new certificate and follow the directions to complete the process. In this application process, be sure to identify Oakland University as your preparing institution as this moves your MOECS application into Oakland’s queue for review and approval.

Step 3: Apply for recommendation
To allow the Certification Office to begin the audit and approval process, you must also submit a request for Recommendation for Administrative Certification or Endorsement.

Applications are typically processed within 2-6 weeks from the date of the application and request form. If your program results in a degree, the degree must be awarded before your request for Administrative Certification can be finalized. If you have questions regarding the status of your application, please contact the Certification Office at [email protected].

Step 4: Pay MOECS fee and print your certificate
Once your Administrative Certificate has been approved, MOECS will send an email prompting you to pay the application fee. You can also pay the fee by clicking on the “Pay Fee” link that will appear when you log into your MOECS account. After your payment is processed, you will be able to print your new certificate from within MOECS.

If your program results in a university issued degree or certificate, you will also apply to Oakland for your degree or certificate to be awarded. Please contact the Graduate School or the Department of Organizational Leadership should you have questions regarding this process.