College of Education

Administration of Elementary and Secondary Education

The Administration of Elementary and Secondary Education program prepares educators to be instructional administrators and leaders in a K-12 setting. The mission of the program is to prepare engaged, collaborative and effective leaders of learning through the integration of theory, reflection and applied leadership opportunities. The program integrates school leadership as an intellectual, moral and craft practice through collaboration, shared decision-making processes, and a focus on student learning and achievement. The master’s and specialist programs lead to Alabama certification in instructional leadership (Class A and Class AA).

Accreditation and Approvals

Auburn University holds regional accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). Auburn University’s College of Education is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). The master’s program in administration of elementary and secondary education is approved by the Alabama State Board of Education for Class A instructional leadership certification. In addition, the State of Alabama signs the National Association of State Directors of Education and Certification (NASDTEC) Interstate Agreement which facilitates the applications of graduates when they apply for certification in other states. The College of Education and Department of Educational Foundations, Leadership and Technology are full members of the University Council for Educational Administration.

Program Faculty

Last Updated: Oct 05, 2012