Program Details
The online Education Specialist Degree in Educational Leadership/Director of Special Education from Northwest Nazarene University is designed for certified teachers with a Master’s Degree who are seeking leadership positions in special education. Emphasis is placed on instruction methods, service work, professional development, decision-making skills, complex problem-solving, and finding creative solutions to various issues. This online program is designed to fit the needs of busy, working professionals by offering convenience and flexibility.
Classes include, but are not limited to:
- Special education law for administrators
- Seminar: Special education policies and procedures
- Legal and financial issues in education
Experienced and professional faculty and staff allow for support throughout the program. This program takes approximately 17-24 months to complete. Completion of this online program leads to an Education Specialist degree with an Idaho Administrator Certificate endorsement as a Director of Special Education.
% Online
100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Northwest Nazarene University is accredited by:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Master DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Occupational License, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Essay/Writing Sample
Additional Info
- A master’s degree in Exceptional Child, Special Education, or a related field from a regionally accredited college or university
- Certification/Licensure as a classroom teacher, school counselor, school psychologist, or building administrator based on a recommendation from a state-approved higher education preparation program
- An Educational Leadership Evaluation Form from the candidate’s current building administrator