Curriculum Instruction Specialist
Why Pursue a Curriculum & Instruction Specialist Degree?
Leadership isn’t some innate quality that some of us are born with. It’s there in all of us – but, like anything else, it needs to be nurtured and shaped. At Piedmont University, we can make even the most highly trained educators better leaders and better teachers. With our Education Specialist degree (EdS) in curriculum and instruction we will train and sharpen your understanding of teaching and prepare you to maximize your career.
This graduate program builds on the training you received in your Master of Arts coursework. In fact, a master’s degree from an accredited college or university is a prerequisite, as well as holding current teaching certification. The goal of our coursework is to enhance your teaching skills and/or prepare you for instructional leadership roles in your school or school districts. The results will help you make the most of your abilities and take your career to new heights. The Education Specialist degree (EdS) is offered on the campuses in Demorest and Athens, as well as through our online graduate programs. So, if you’re thinking of taking another step forward, know that Piedmont is ready when you are.
How a Curriculum & Instruction Specialist Degree Helps You
- Continue your education and obtain a degree even higher than a Master of Arts.
- Further increase your understanding of both instruction and how to take the lead on building curriculum.
- Maximize your career and opportunities for advancement in education.
- Earn a certification on a schedule and pace that suits your busy professional life.
Career Opportunities
A Curriculum & Instruction Specialist degree from Piedmont opens doors and a wide range of professional pursuits. Graduates of this program are prepared for advanced decision-making in regard to curricular and instructional design and alignment, material adoption, and system and school-wide program implementation
More About a Curriculum & Instruction Specialist Degree
Learn more about a Curriculum & Instruction Specialist degree and the variety of options available to you as a Piedmont student.
Piedmont’s Education Specialist degree in curriculum and instruction offers a 30-hour / 10 course program that includes coursework in both theory and application of teaching principles and curriculum (among other courses). Piedmont’s EdS program allows individuals with a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction from an accredited college or university may to pursue advanced coursework to prepare for instructional leadership roles. These students are eligible for an in-field upgrade to S6 status. Georgia-certified T5 educators who do not currently have curriculum and Instruction listed on their certificate can also successfully complete the Education Specialist program. In addition to completing the coursework, these candidates must pass the Georgia Assessments for the Certification of Educators (GACE) in Curriculum and Instruction are recommended for a Service certificate (S-6), to be eligible for initial certification at the S6 level.
Our EDS program is a 100% online degree. That makes it ideal for individuals with a master’s degree from an accredited college or university that want to enhance their teaching skills. It is also a great way to prepare yourself for instructional leadership roles in your school or school districts.
Eligibility for application requires a master’s degree with a 3.5 cumulative GPA from an accredited college or university and two or more years of verified successful teaching experience at a public or a private school accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) or the Georgia Accrediting Commission (GAC) at the Accredited With Quality (AWQ) or Accredited (ACC) level.
Applicants must also submit:
- Graduate Admissions Application
- Official, final transcripts from the college or university awarding your master’s degree. (Piedmont University transcripts are on file.)
- Two (2) professional references. One reference is required from a supervising administrator, and the other can be a choice of the following: a former professor, or instructor (college instructor, staff development instructor or mentor), or professional colleague
- Copy of valid, current professional certificate at the appropriate level for Georgia educators seeking certificate upgrade. Alternatively, candidates from independent schools should submit a letter from the principal or head of school verifying full-time employment as a teacher or educational administrator. (Note: If your certificate is not a Georgia certificate and you desire to be certified in Georgia, you must complete all requirements through Professional Standards Commission [PSC].)
- Letter of Intent
- Professional Activities Resume
- Verification of Professional Experience (two years)* at the time of application
- Personal Affirmation Form
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Where do I start?
To begin your journey toward earning an Curriculum Instruction Specialist degree at Piedmont University, you can start by applying today! Or, schedule a campus visit and meet with admissions and financial aid advisors, as well as faculty members in Education.