Online Degrees in Educational Leadership
The doctorate in Educational Leadership programs prepares individuals to become educational leaders to manage and implement changes for scholastic institutions. Programs focus on the applied research and current models that are effectively used to enhance learning environments and increase faculty and student performance. The many options that are currently available for P-12 students to adult learners and alternative teaching methods will also be explored to increase the possibilities of future programs.
If you are interested in earning an online degree in Educational Leadership, find the online degree that best fits you..
Accredited Colleges and Universities
Online Schools with Education Administration: Educational Leadership programs
University of Phoenix
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M.A. in Education/Administration and Supervision
The Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision degree program enables educators to gain knowledge and expertise in the area of school administration. The curriculum focuses on education finance, school law, the roles and responsibilities of the principal, community relations, and supervision of personnel. This program includes a school administration internship at the principal level. Each student/applicant is responsible for checking with his or her state Department of Education and/or school district to determine specific credentialing requirements. Prospective candidates should hold a bachelor's degree prior to enrollment.
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PhD in Higher Education Administration
Ashford University
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BA/Early Childhood Education Administration
Realize your potential while enhancing your understanding of the many aspects of children's education and administration when you earn your Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education Administration online from Ashford University. Choose this program if you are interested in pursuing a potential career in child care management. Upon graduation, you will be well acquainted with the education industry, be highly trained in various theories of childhood development, and exhibit advanced organizational management skills. A degree in Early Childhood Education Administration will demonstrate your proficiency and competence as an administrator in the education industry.
Learn to provide quality care for infants and small children. You will contribute to the healthy growth of children by earning your specialization in Infant and Toddler Care.
Walden University

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Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Administrator Leadership for Teaching & Learning
As a Doctor of Education, you will broaden your sphere of influence so that you can shape the future of education in your school, district and community. The online degree program at Walden University has graduate level specializations designed for experienced teachers and administrators who want to continue their practice while assuming leadership roles in their schools and communities.
Specializations
- Administrator Leadership for Teaching and Learning
- Higher Education and Adult Learning
- Higher Education Leadership
- Special Education
- Teacher Leadership
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Master of Science (M.S.) in Education - Educational Leadership
The M.S. in Education online degree program is designed to enhance your skills, help improve your students' achievement and increase your earning potential. As an online degree program, it allows busy teachers to learn on their own time. And Walden University's learning model encourages you to apply new strategies in your classroom.
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Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Teacher Leadership
As a Doctor of Education, you will broaden your sphere of influence so that you can shape the future of education in your school, district and community. The online degree program at Walden University has graduate level specializations designed for experienced teachers and administrators who want to continue their practice while assuming leadership roles in their schools and communities.
Specializations
- Administrator Leadership for Teaching and Learning
- Higher Education and Adult Learning
- Higher Education Leadership
- Special Education
- Teacher Leadership
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Master of Science (M.S.) in Education - Teacher Leadership (Grades K-12)
The M.S. in Education online degree program is designed to enhance your skills, help improve your students' achievement and increase your earning potential. As an online degree program, it allows busy teachers to learn on their own time. And Walden University's learning model encourages you to apply new strategies in your classroom.
Grand Canyon University

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Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership: Effective Schools
This doctoral-level degree program is designed for teaching professionals who are ready to rise to the challenge of leadership in today's complex and dynamic K-12 schools and districts. The program develops leaders capable of innovation, invention and discovery as well as the responsible application of current best practices to achieve organizational goals and objectives. This highly relevant and robust curriculum focuses on the major bodies of leadership literature and theory and identifies the most appropriate and effective applications to educational, business and organizational environments. Participants will develop academic and organizational research expertise through the study of statistics and research methodology. The program of study is consistent with Grand Canyon University's mission to develop students who are global citizens, critical thinkers, effective communicators, and responsible leaders. With the Emphasis in Effective Schools, the program further prepares graduates to apply current leadership theory and best practices to the current topics of education today, including the issues and forces transforming the educational system and schools of various districts and types (elementary, middle, secondary, rural and urban). Graduates possess the knowledge and skills that educational leaders need to conceive new strategies of practice by forecasting the future of the educational system, the institutions, and the constituencies they serve.Prospective students must hold a master's degree prior to enrollment.
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Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership: Higher Education Leadership
This doctoral-level degree program is designed for teaching professionals who are ready to rise to the challenge of leadership in today's complex and dynamic environment of higher education. The program develops leaders capable of innovation, invention and discovery as well as the responsible application of current best practices to achieve organizational goals and objectives. This relevant and robust curriculum focuses on the major bodies of leadership literature and theory and identifies the most appropriate and effective applications to educational, business and organizational environments. Participants will develop academic and organizational research expertise through the study of statistics and research methodology.The program of study is consistent with Grand Canyon University's mission to develop students who are global citizens, critical thinkers, effective communicators, and responsible leaders. With the Emphasis in Higher Education Leadership, the program further prepares graduates to lead a higher education institution through strategy, financial management, and planning, both of the physical facilities and of the human resources within the organization. Participants gain valuable insight and understanding of the foundation and history, organizational needs, and learning environment of higher education. Graduates acquire the knowledge and expertise needed to effectively lead the colleges, universities and corporate educational departments of today and strategically plan for their future success.Prospective students must hold a master's degree prior to enrollment.
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M.A. in Teaching - Teacher Leadership (No IR, No Cert)
The Master of Arts in Teaching - Teacher Leadership program is designed for certified elementary and secondary teachers who want to become leaders by improving a school's structural capacity through staff development. For example, those with the goal of becoming the head of a Mathematics department within a school would be well-suited for this program. Program coursework may assist in a teacher's quest for National Board Certification, but does not guarantee that certification.Applicants must have a current teaching certificate or evidence of a minimum of one year of teaching experience.
Northcentral University

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CAGS-Ed./Educational Leadership
The Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Educational Leadership program looks at the framework and practical applications of instructional leadership within the economic, political, social, and educational context of schooling. Courses are designed to help educators enhance their professional growth, yet still be sensitive to individual needs, as they learn supervision approaches and leadership strategies to increase their effectiveness. Prospective students should hold a master's degree prior to enrolling in this 18-credit hour program that can also transfer directly into a doctoral program at NCU.
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M.Ed./Leadership in Higher Education
The Master's of Education/Leadership in Higher Education is designed to develop educator's leadership skills and possibly advance to faculty positions at the higher education level. Courses will focus on developing professional leadership skills for job advancement at the college or university level. Prospective students should currently hold a bachelor's degree and can complete the master's program in approximately 2 years.
Campus-based Schools with Education Administration: Educational Leadership programs
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Argosy University, Atlanta
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Argosy University, Chicago
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Argosy University, Dallas
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Argosy University, Denver
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Argosy University, Hawaii
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Argosy University, Inland Empire
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Argosy University, Los Angeles
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Argosy University, Nashville
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Argosy University, Orange County
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Argosy University, Phoenix
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Argosy University, Salt Lake City
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Argosy University, San Diego
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Argosy University, San Francisco
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Argosy University, Sarasota
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Argosy University, Schaumburg
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Argosy University, Seattle
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Argosy University, Tampa
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Argosy University, Twin Cities
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Argosy University, Washington DC