Program Details
Brenau University’s online Education Specialist in Elementary Education (Ed.S.) is designed for experienced teachers who hold a graduate degree in elementary education and wish to enhance their abilities to become leaders in the classroom without earning a doctorate.
Finish your program in one year and grow your skills by mastering the latest teaching approaches. PSC Level V certification in elementary education and at least two years of full-time teaching experience are required to apply.
Brenau’s education programs are accredited by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission for Teacher Education Programs (GaPSC), so you can be confident you’re earning an advanced credential recognized for high academic standards and quality.
During your program, you will complete a professional core and elementary education sequence to grow your knowledge in leadership, teaching and research. You will also explore subject-specific innovations you can apply directly in your classroom. This comprehensive curriculum ensures you gain the knowledge and expertise you need for career advancement.
When you complete the Ed.S. in Elementary Education, you will be qualified for a range of professional opportunities in the education field, including curriculum design, traditional teaching and leadership roles.
% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
School Accreditation & Licensing
Brenau University is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Master DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV
Additional Info
- Must have a teacher certificate and a minimum of two years teaching experience
Restricted States
Alabama, Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Federated States of Micronesia, Florida, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Marshall Islands, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Islands, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Palau, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming