The 30-hour EdS program is a performance-based program for educators who hold a Tier I Standard Professional Educational Leadership certificate and are presently in a leadership role. The program offers candidates extensive opportunities to apply knowledge and skills in real educational leadership settings. Educators who complete this program may be eligible for Tier II Leadership certification in Georgia following the successful completion of required coursework and state assessments for Tier II.
All required application materials and documents must be received in order for an application to be considered complete and before an admission decision can be made. Early submission of all materials is strongly advised.
The Extended Ed.S. in Educational Leadership is a 48-hour performance-based program for educators who hold a Master's degree in non-leadership fields and currently in leadership positions and seeking to seamlessly continue into the Ed.S/Tier II Leadership program after completing an integrated Tier I program during the early stage of the program. The program offers candidates extensive opportunities to apply knowledge and skills in real educational leadership settings. Educators who complete this program may be eligible for Tier II Leadership certification in Georgia following the successful completion of required coursework and state assessments for Tier II. All required application materials and documents must be received in order for an application to be considered complete and before an admission decision can be made. Early submission of all materials is strongly advised.
The 21-hour Tier II Certification-Only program is a performance-based program for educators who hold Tier I Educational Leadership certification and a degree at the Specialist level or above. The program offers candidates extensive opportunities to apply knowledge and skills in real educational leadership settings. Educators who complete this program may be eligible for Tier II Leadership certification in Georgia following the successful completion of required coursework and state assessments for Tier II.
All required application materials and documents must be received in order for an application to be considered complete and before an admission decision can be made. Early submission of all materials is strongly advised.
Areas of Study
Ed.S. Leadership Tier II
Extended Ed.S.
Leadership Tier II Certification Only
Ed.S. Leadership Tier II Admission Requirements
GPA: Minimum 3.0 GPA at the Master’s level (Masters need not be in education but must be
in a related field identified and from an accredited institution) calculated on all
graduate work attempted in which letter grades were awarded.
Minimum Degree Requirement:
Minimum of a Master's degree from an accredited program and an accredited college
or university. To be used to satisfy degree requirements, evaluation of foreign educational
transcripts must show degree earned that is the U.S. equivalency of degree required
by the program.
Minimum Professional Requirements:
Official Transcripts:
Official transcripts are required from all universities and colleges ever attended.
Only in the case of transcripts from international colleges/universities will an official
course-by-course transcript evaluation be accepted in lieu of an official transcript.
Official transcripts should be sent to Augusta University's Office of Academic Admissions.
To remain official, all transcripts must remain in the original, unopened, sealed
and stamped/signed envelope from the Registrar's office of the issuing institution.
Alternatively, Augusta University will accept official electronic transcripts from
the registrar's office at your prior institution. Electronic transcripts should be
directed to graduateadmissions@augusta.edu.
Standardized Tests:
The GRE or MAT are not required for admission consideration.
Georgia Ethics for Educational Leadership Assessment:
Candidates enrolled in Educational Leadership programs, such as Augusta University’s
Ed.S. in Educational Leadership, must complete the Georgia Ethics for Educational
Leadership Assessment (380) prior to enrollment. If a candidate does not have Tier One Certification in Georgia,
evidence of completing this assessment is required.
Proof of Lawful Presence:
In accordance with Board of Regents Policy 4.1.6, all applicants for admission to Augusta University are required to provide validation
of lawful presence in the United States. Acceptance to Augusta University is conditional until lawful
presence is verified. All applicants who are U.S. Citizens must submit documentation
that verifies his/her lawful presence in the United States at time of application
to graduateadmissions@augusta.edu.
Background Check:
A record free of criminal and disciplinary problems.
Extended Ed.S. Degree Admission Requirements
GPA: Minimum 3.0 GPA at the Master’s level (Masters need not be in education but must be
in a related field identified and from an accredited institution) calculated on all
graduate work attempted in which letter grades were awarded.
Minimum Degree Requirement:
Minimum of a Master's degree from an accredited program and an accredited college
or university. To be used to satisfy degree requirements, evaluation of foreign educational
transcripts must show degree earned that is the U.S. equivalency of degree required
by the program.
Minimum Professional Requirements:
Official Transcripts:
Official transcripts are required from all universities and colleges ever attended.
Only in the case of transcripts from international colleges/universities will an official
course-by-course transcript evaluation be accepted in lieu of an official transcript.
Official transcripts should be sent to Augusta University's Office of Academic Admissions.
To remain official, all transcripts must remain in the original, unopened, sealed
and stamped/signed envelope from the Registrar's office of the issuing institution.
Alternatively, Augusta University will accept official electronic transcripts from
the registrar's office at your prior institution. Electronic transcripts should be
directed to graduateadmissions@augusta.edu.
Standardized Tests:
The GRE or MAT are not required for admission consideration.
Georgia Ethics for Educational Leadership Assessment:
Candidates enrolled in Educational Leadership programs, such as Augusta University’s
Ed.S. in Educational Leadership, must complete the Georgia Ethics for Educational
Leadership Assessment (380) prior to enrollment. If a candidate does not have Tier One Certification in Georgia,
evidence of completing this assessment is required.
Proof of Lawful Presence:
In accordance with Board of Regents Policy 4.1.6, all applicants for admission to Augusta University are required to provide validation
of lawful presence in the United States. Acceptance to Augusta University is conditional until lawful
presence is verified. All applicants who are U.S. Citizens must submit documentation
that verifies his/her lawful presence in the United States at time of application
to graduateadmissions@augusta.edu.
Background Check:
A record free of criminal and disciplinary problems.
Important Requirements
Minimum of a Master's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university.
To be used to satisfy degree requirement, evaluation of foreign educational transcripts
must show degree(s) earned that are the U.S. equivalency of degree(s) required by
the program.
A valid, level 5 or higher Standard Professional, Advanced Professional, or Lead Professional teaching certificate, leadership certificate, or service field certificate. A minimum of three years of successful classroom teaching experience.
Letters of Recommendation
A notice of recommendation by the school system administrator (superintendent or designee)
ensuring that the applicant will be released for a minimum of two hours per day to
perform leadership responsibilities, activities, and assignments during the Tier II
required clinical practice residencies. NOTE: This requirement is after that applicant
has completed Tier I and is beginning Tier II work. The template for this notice is
provided by the College of Education for the school system’s authorized signature(s).
GACE Exam Requirements Tier I
Educational Leadership GACE (Test 301): Candidates enrolled in Tier I Educational
Leadership programs, must attempt Test 301 prior to program completion and must pass
the assessment to obtain an Educational Leadership Tier I Certificate, before proceeding
to the Tier-II segment.
Georgia Ethics for Educational Leadership Assessment (Test 370): Candidates enrolled
in any GaPSC approved Educational Leadership program on or after July 1, 2016 must
have completed (do not have to pass) the Georgia Ethics for Educational Leadership
Assessment Program Entry (Test 370) prior to enrollment. A candidate who completes
this program entry requirement for Tier 1 certification does not have to complete
Test 370 for Tier II certification.
All candidates completing any GaPSC approved Educational Leadership program on or after July 1, 2016 must attempt the Georgia Ethics for Educational Leadership-Program Exit (Test 380) prior to completion and must pass the assessment to earn certification in the field of Educational Leadership Tier-I certificate. A candidate who passes the Program Exit (Test 380) for Tier I certification does not have to pass Test 380 for Tier II certification.
Exam Requirements Tier II
Educational Testing Services Performance Assessment for School Leaders (PASL) must
be successfully passed in order to add Tier II certification in Educational Leadership.
The PASL is an evidence-based (artifacts-based) portfolio assessment that measures
a school leader's capability as an instructional leader. Additional information is
available.
Tier II Certification - Only Admission Requirements
GPA: Minimum 3.0 GPA at the graduate level
Minimum Degree Requirement:
Minimum of a Specialist degree or higher from an accredited program and an accredited
college or university. To be used to satisfy degree requirements, evaluation of foreign
educational transcripts must show degree earned that is the U.S. equivalency of degree
required by the program.
Minimum Professional Requirements:
Official Transcripts:
Official transcripts are required from all universities and colleges ever attended.
Only in the case of transcripts from international colleges/universities will an official
course-by-course transcript evaluation be accepted in lieu of an official transcript.
Official transcripts should be sent to Augusta University's Office of Academic Admissions.
To remain official, all transcripts must remain in the original, unopened, sealed
and stamped/signed envelope from the Registrar's office of the issuing institution.
Alternatively, Augusta University will accept official electronic transcripts from
the registrar's office at your prior institution. Electronic transcripts should be
directed to graduateadmissions@augusta.edu.
Georgia Ethics for Educational Leadership Assessment:
Candidates enrolled in Educational Leadership programs must complete the Georgia Ethics
for Educational Leadership Assessment (380) prior to enrollment. If a candidate does not have Tier One Certification in Georgia,
evidence of completing this assessment is required.
Proof of Lawful Presence:
In accordance with Board of Regents Policy 4.1.6, all applicants for admission to Augusta University are required to provide validation
of lawful presence in the United States. Acceptance to Augusta University is conditional
until lawful presence is verified. All applicants who are U.S. Citizens must submit
documentation that verifies his/her lawful presence in the United States at time of
application to graduateadmissions@augusta.edu.
Background Check:
A record free of criminal and disciplinary problems.
Forms & Resources
Technology Requirements
Chromebook System Requirements
Operating System:
Chrome 84.0.4147.136 or newer.
Processor:
1.1Ghz or faster.
RAM/Memory:
4Gb Ram
Storage:
32Gb eMMC
Features:
Also Recommended (but not required):
Mac System Requirements
Operating System:
macOS 10.13 or higher
Processor:
minimum Intel Core i3 or equivalent
RAM/Memory:
8GB or higher
Storage:
128GB internal hard drive or larger (256+GB solid state drives preferred, but not
required)
Features:
Also Recommended (but not required):
PC System Requirements
Operating System:
Windows 10 Home or Pro (“streamlined” versions such as Windows 10S are not supported)
Processor:
minimum Intel Core i3 or equivalent
RAM/Memory:
8GB or higher
Storage:
128GB internal hard drive or larger (256+GB solid state drives preferred, but not
required)
Features:
Also Recommended (but not required):
Augusta University offers several online degree, certificate, and endorsement programs. These programs are designed to meet the criteria for certification, endorsement, and advancement in the subject matter and grade level classifications established by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. Each state board establishes their own criteria for teacher/leader certification, which, in addition to educational requirements, may include (but are not limited to) testing requirements, mandatory certifications, minimum years in service, background checks, applications and fees. For questions relating to state board requirements for certification in your state, please contact the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.
Augusta University offers several online degree, certificate, and endorsement programs. These programs are designed to meet the criteria for certification, endorsement, and advancement in the subject matter and grade level classifications established by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. Each state board establishes their own criteria for teacher/leader certification, which, in addition to educational requirements, may include (but are not limited to) testing requirements, mandatory certifications, minimum years in service, background checks, applications and fees. For questions relating to state board requirements for certification in your state, please contact the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.