(36 hours)

The Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development core is designed to provide preparation for teachers who desire to serve as administrative specialists in curriculum supervision and staff development positions in school districts. The course work is planned to enhance one’s teaching skills and attitudes essential for helping other teachers transform their classroom experiences. To qualify for the administrative specialist license, the candidate must hold the Master’s degree, complete the examination prescribed by the Ohio Department of Education, have two years of successful teaching, and a valid Ohio teaching certificate/license.

The degree program consists of a 15-semester-hour Foundation area, plus 21 semester hours in curriculum and professional development.