Program Information
The purpose of the Doctor of Education (EdD) in Advanced Educational Administration program at Argosy University, Twin Cities is to prepare individuals to serve as school administrators in advanced positions. This Educational Administration program is designed for practicing educators who have already completed a graduate-level program from a regionally accredited institution and currently hold principal or initial administrative licensure. The EdD in Advanced Educational Administration is a terminal degree which includes a specific writing, research, and dissertation sequence.
Program Outcomes
The Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) Standards
Standard 1: At the district level, an education leader promotes the success of every student by facilitating the development, articulation, implementation, and stewardship of a vision of learning that is shared and supported by all stakeholders.
Standard 2: At the district level, an education leader promotes the success of every student by advocating, nurturing, and sustaining a school culture and instructional program conducive to student learning and staff professional growth.
Standard 3: At the district level, an education leader promotes the success of every student by ensuring management of the organization, operation, and resources for a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment.
Standard 4: At the district level, an education leader promotes the success of every student by collaborating with faculty and community members, responding to diverse community interests and needs, and mobilizing community resources.
Standard 5: At the district level, an education leader promotes the success of every student by acting with integrity, fairness, and in an ethical manner.
Standard 6: At the district level, an education leader promotes the success of every student by understanding, responding to, and influencing the political, social, economic, legal, and cultural context.
Minnesota Superintendent Certification Requirements*
Graduation from the EdD in Advanced Educational Administration program does not guarantee certification. To qualify for certification, the following conditions must be met:
• Successful completion of all program requirements, including E8380 School District Practicum/Internship I and E8381 School District Practicum/Internship II
• Successful defense of Portfolio
* The EdD in Advanced Educational Administration leads to the Minnesota Board of Teaching Superintendent Certificate. All other programs offered through the Argosy University, Twin Cities College of Education DO NOT lead to teacher or administrator certification, licensure, or endorsement in any State in the United States. The programs offered through Argosy University-Online Programs DO NOT lead to teacher or administrator certification, licensure, or endorsement in any State in the United States regardless of the State in which the student resides.
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Enhance your career potential by enrolling in the Doctor of Education (EdD) degree in Advanced Educational Administration program. You can learn more about specific financial aid programs (available to those who qualify) on our Financial Aid & Scholarships pages, or by contacting us to request more information.
This degree program is also offered at other Argosy University Locations