Graduate Degree Programs and Certifications
Degree Program Majors
Master of Education in Guidance & Counseling
Master of Education in School Administration (Principal)
Master of Education in Student Development & Leadership in Higher Education
Master of Arts in Curriculum & Instruction
Certification Programs
Principal Certification
Superintendent Certification
Guidance & Counseling Certification
Graduate Faculty
For information on admission requirements, application deadlines, or financial assistance, visit the College of Graduate Studies.
Dr. John Miazga
Professor and Dean
Dr. Fritz Leifeste
Associate Professor
School Administration
Dr. Lu Stephens
Assistant Professor
Superintendent
Dr. Jim Summerlin
Department Head
Dr. Kim Livengood
Assistant Professor
Master of Arts in Curriculum & Instruction
Dr. David J. Tarver
Associate Professor
School Counseling
Higher Ed. Leadership
Dr. Nancy Hadley
Associate Professor Technology
Dr. Mary McGlamery
Assistant Professor
Educational Psychology
Master of Education in Guidance & Counseling
Adviser: Dr. David Tarver
The Master of Education in Guidance & Counseling program is designed for those who are interested in pursuing a career as a public school counselor. Persons receiving this degree will be eligible to take the Texas Examination of Educator Standards in Texas (TExES) for the Professional Certificate for School Counselors. The student must complete a minimum of 36 semester credit hours (sch) of graduate work, including all academic requirements for the Professional Certificate for School Counselors.
Students are required to take:
ED 6322 Microcomputers in Education
ED 6327 Social and Cultural Influences in Learning
ED 6331 Tests and Measurements in the School
ED 6343 School Counselor: Seminar I
ED 6344 School Counselor: Seminar II
ED 6345 Introduction to School Counseling
ED 6346 Theories in Counseling
ED 6347 Career and Occupational Counseling
ED 6349 Practicum in Counseling
ED 6351 Human Growth and Development
ED 6362 The Education of Exceptional Children
ED 6391 Research
Prior to being eligible for the School Counselor Certificate, the individual must submit proof of two years classroom teaching experience.
Master of Arts in Curriculum & Instruction
Adviser: Dr. Kim Livengood
The Master of Arts in Curriculum & Instruction is a degree program with an option to apply to the Educator Preparation Program for Teacher Certification. The certification program is designed for those who have a bachelor's degree and are interested in teaching. You must have a bachelor's degree with 24 hours in Texas public school teaching field to begin the process.
Students are required to take:
ED 5360 Teaching Internship (total of 6 hours)
ED 6305 Approaches to Teaching Reading
ED 6310 Curriculum & Methodology Trends
ED 6314 Behavior Management
ED 6316 Learning Theories
ED 6320 Curriculum Development
ED 6322 Technology Applications in Education
ED 6327 Social and Cultural Influences in Learning
ED 6331 Tests & Measurements in the School
ED 6351 Human Growth & Development
ED 6391 Research
To apply for the Probabtionary Texas Teacher Certification, the candidate must (1) complete the cohort summer courses with a grade of B or above and (2) pass the appropriate content area test.
As a requirement for the degree the candidate is required to successfully present an electronic portfolio to a committee of Department of Curriculum & Instruction professors.
Master of Education in School Administration (Principal)
Advisers: Dr. Fritz Leifeste
The Master of Education in School Administration program is designed for those who are interested in pursuing a career as a public school administrator. Persons receiving this degree will be eligible to take the Texas Examination of Educator Standards in Texas (TExES) for the Professional Certificate for Principals.
Students who have received the Professional Certificate for Principals are eligible for the Superintendency Cohort program at ASU. Contact the Education office for more information.The student must complete a minimum of 39 semester credit hours of graduate work, including all academic requirements, and must submit proof of two years of classroom teaching experience to be eligible for the Principal TExES.
Students are required to take:
ED 6310 Curriculum and Methodology Trends
ED 6313 Central Office Administration and Business Administration
ED 6315 Problems of Instructional Supervision
ED 6319 Practicum in School Administration
ED 6322 Technology Applications in Education
ED 6327 Social and Cultural Influencs in Education
ED 6331 Tests & Measurements in Education
ED 6351 Human Growth and Development
ED 6371 Role of the Principal in School Administration
ED 6372 School Finance and Human Relations for Principals
ED 6373 Federal, State, and Local School Law
ED 6374 Administration and Supervision of Special Programs
ED 6391 Research
Master of Education in Student Development & Leadership in Higher Education
Adviser: Dr. David J. Tarver
This program prepares the graduate student for higher education leadership positions in the nonacademic arena of college campuses, such as career services, enrollment management, residence life, or student development. Graduates may find employment in a variety of different settings from community colleges to research universities, and they will be prepared to matriculate in a doctoral level program.The student must complete a minimum of 36 semester credit hours (sch) of graduate work.
Students are required to take:
ED 6327 Social and Cultural Influences in Learning
ED 6331 Tests and Measurements in Education
ED 6343 Techniques of Counseling I
ED 6344 Techniques of Counseling II
ED 6346 Theories of Counseling
ED 6347 Career and Occupational Counseling
ED 6351 Human Growth and Development
ED 6353 Introduction to Student Development in Higher Education
ED 6354 Legal, Ethical and Moral Issues in Higher Education
ED 6359 Practicum in Higher Education
ED 6360 Internship in Higher Education
ED 6391 Research
Principal Certification
Adviser: Dr. Fritz Leifeste
Students who already have a Master's degree can be placed on a certification plan in order to complete the requirements for Principal Certification. The plan will list the courses the student needs to complete for certification purposes. The student will receive certification after successfully completing the coursework and passing the Superintendent TExES examination. Please contact the program adviser for more information.
Superintendent Certification
Adviser: Dr. Lu Stephens
In addition to graduate school entrance requirements and department requirements, the individual seeking admission to the Superintendent Certificate Program must hold the Principal's Certificate or its equivalent. The Superintendent Certificate Program is organized around an online format. The online coursework is supplemented by working with a local superintendent in your area. A practicum is required. After completing the required course work listed below, individuals must receive a passing score on the Superintendent TExES.
Specialization Courses
ED 6383 School-Community Relationships
ED 6384 Public School Finance
ED 6385 Human Relationships in Educational Administration
ED 6386 School Plant Planning and Maintenance
ED 6388 Superintendent Internship in Education
School Counseling Certification
Adviser: Dr. David J. Tarver
Students who already have a Master's degree can be placed on a certification plan in order to complete the requirements for School Counseling Certification. The plan will list the courses the student needs to complete for certification purposes. The student will receive certification after successfully completing the coursework and passing the Counseling TExES examination. Please contact the program adviser for more information.