Special Education Administrator M.Ed./Post-Master’s Licensure Programs
Based on the expressed needs of NH school districts, KSC has developed a core of educational leadership courses that may be used by individuals seeking administrator licenses or just seeking to grow as educational leaders.
The program was developed based on feedback from superintendents, principals, special education directors and other administrators who expressed the need for high quality educational leadership programs in the southwest region of New Hampshire. Also, KSC has collaborated with New Hampshire Association for Special Education Administrators (NHASEA) to add a master’s degree and a post-master’s degree in special education administration. Candidates may enroll in degree tracks or choose specific courses that meet their individual needs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be competent in special education administration skills, knowledge, and dispositions as outlined in the following areas: (1) Special education Laws, Regulations, Rules, and School Policies; (2) Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment; (3) Building Partnerships and Community; and (4) Management of Budgets and Grants (Ed 506.04). Students will also meet the competencies for the NH Professional Education Requirements for Educational Administrators (Ed. 505.04). When you enroll in a Keene State College Educational Leadership program, will become part of a professional learning community. You will be joining a supportive network of future colleagues, coaches, mentors, and transformational leaders.
Admissions Requirements
- Candidate must be employed in an approved educational setting
- Candidate must have completed at least three years of experience as a special educator (a related field may be considered) upon entry into the program (must demonstrate five years upon completion)
- Candidates must have a current educator license(s)
- Candidates must have completed a master’s program in education or special education related field and demonstrate NHED Professional Education Requirements (for Post-M.Ed. candidates only)
- GPA of 2.75 or higher.
- All candidates for Graduate Education Programs are required to complete an application, interview, essay, and provide three recommendations.
- KSC may require that a candidate have their professional background reviewed and documented by NHED prior to admission to the program.
Major Requirements (36 credits)
- Foundations in Leadership and Learning
- EDUC 651 Leader as Change Agent, 3 cr. Summer I
- EDUC 621 Inclusive Curriculum Design, 3 cr. Fall I
- EDUC 631 Instructional Leadership 3 cr. Spring I
- EDUC 641 School Law and Ethics, 3 cr. Summer I or II
Credits: 12
Special Education Administrator Specialization M.Ed. and Post M.Ed.
- EDUCEL 631 Staff Selection and Supervision, 3 cr. Fall I or II
- EDUCEL 652 Budget Facilities and Safe Schools, 3 cr. Spring I or II
- EDUCEL 685 Special Ed Admin Internship I, 1 cr. Summer II
- EDUCEL 686 Special Ed Admin Internship II: 4 cr. Fall II
- EDUCEL 687 Special Ed Admin Internship III: 4 cr. Spring II
Credits: 15
Applied Research Sequence (M.Ed. Only)
- EDUC 670 Educational Research Foundations, 4 cr. Fall I
- EDUC 675 Educational Research Design, 4 cr. Spring I
- EDUC 699 Educational Research Capstone, 1 cr. Summer I
Credits: 9
Credit Summary
- Foundations: 12
- Specialization: 15
- Research Sequence: 9 (M.Ed. Only)
- Total credits M.Ed.: 36
- Total credits Post M. Ed: 27