EdS Super Concentration

The Superintendent Concentration online coursework, content, and learning objectives are designed to prepare individuals for district level leadership positions in education. Upon completion of the degree program with the Superintendent Concentration, individuals are eligible to upgrade previously held NC administration license (012, class P) to administrator II license (012, class AP) and superintendent license (011, class AS).  Individuals holding supervision license (113, class S) are eligible for curriculum-instructional specialist II license (113, class AS).

The candidates are expected to complete District Service Leadership Projects (DSLPs) in the majority of the program courses and two internship classes. A supportive school district setting is essential for EdS students as they immerse themselves into project based learning.

  • LEED 7410, Staff Personnel Problems: Study of theory, research, and best practice in human resources in educational organizations. Emphasis on processes and systems that result in the recruitment, induction, support, evaluation, development, and retention of a high-performing, diverse staff.

  • LEED 7429, Problems in Educational Supervision: Application of instructional leadership to continuously improve student learning based on data analysis of multiple factors influencing teaching and learning. Emphasis on district-level monitoring and innovation of curriculum, instruction, and assessment of student learning and achievement.

  • LEED 7460, School and Community Cultures: Cultures and effective communication.

  • LEED 7470, School Business Management: Study of processes and systems necessary for efficient school system operation, including budgeting, staffing, problem solving, communicating expectations, and scheduling that organize the work of the district and prioritize student learning and safety by working with PK12 leaders.

  • LEED 7991, Educational Leadership Internship: Level I

    Supervised field experiences at the local, regional, and state levels. Emphasis on formulating relationships with state, district, and influential community groups that further the district’s goals of positive culture and student performance through broad community engagement with, support for, and ownership of the district vision.

  • LEED 7993, Educational Leadership Internship: Level II

    In-depth field experiences at the local, regional, and state levels. Emphasis on creating a climate of inquiry strategically re-imagining the district’s vision, mission, and goals to ensure that every student graduates from high school, globally competitive for work and postsecondary education and prepared for life in the 21st century.