Master of Education

M.Ed. (3 Years)

Degree Overview

Degree
Master of Education, M.Ed.

Credits
30

Average Completion Time
3 Years
Ability to take up to 15 credits per year (5 courses)

Format
Online (Asynchronous)

Cost
$1,290 per course (no additional fees)

Concentrations

Educational Leadership
Curriculum and Instruction

Available Licenses

Iowa Principal’s License (with Educational Leadership Track)

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Master of Education, Curriculum and Instruction Track

Master of Education, Educational Leadership Track

Advance Your Career in Education

Are you a Christian school teacher or administrator looking to grow in your ministry and professional influence? Faith’s Master of Education program is designed for you. Built with practical application in mind, this graduate degree equips you to lead, teach, and serve with confidence. The program prepares leaders for roles such as school administrators, principals, curriculum directors, and lead teachers in both Christian and public schools. You’ll learn from experienced educators who share your biblical worldview.

Accredited Graduate Program

Faith is approved by the Iowa Department of Education, which means that those in the Educational Leadership Track who complete additional clinical experience will qualify for an Initial Iowa Principal’s License. The program is also accredited with the Higher Learning Commission.

Program Features

The Master of Education program is entirely online, offering flexibility to complete the work according to your schedule throughout the week. Classes are delivered in an asynchronous format, meaning you don’t have set class meeting times. The program is built for those who want to advance without stepping away from their calling. Students have the ability to take up to 15 credit hours per year.

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Educational Leadership Track

Summer

Personnel Supervision and Administration
Assessment of Learning
Social Emotional Learning in Christian Perspective*
Managing Educational Technology*

Fall I

Family, School, and Community Relations

Fall II

Classroom Management and Coaching
Instruction for Diverse Learners*

Spring I

School Law and Finances
Foundations of Educational Leadership
History of American Education*

Spring II

Christian Worldview and Critical Thinking

*Indicates electives; Educational Leadership students take one elective

Curriculum & Instruction Track

Summer

Assessment of Learning
Social Emotional Learning in Christian Perspective*
Managing Educational Technology*

Fall I

Curriculum Development and Evaluation

Fall II

Best Practices in Instructional Strategies
Classroom Management and Coaching
Instruction for Diverse Learners

Spring I

Foundations of Educational Leadership
History of American Education*

Spring II

Christian Worldview and Critical Thinking

*Indicates electives; Curriculum & Instruction students take two electives

Program Objectives

Each student will:

Gain skills to serve in leadership roles in public, private, and Christian schools
Receive preparation for jobs beyond teaching in the classroom
Expand their knowledge of both classroom instruction and leadership interactions
Learn new skills that can be applied in their classroom

Potential Career Paths

Lead Teacher
Literacy Coach
Curriculum Director
School Administrator
Principal

Credit Hours and Cost

30 credit hours total for degree
Each course is 3 credits
Ability to take up to 15 credits per year
$1,290 per course ($405/credit hour for 3 credits, $25 technology fee, and no additional fees)

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Featured Course: Curriculum Development & Evaluation

About the Course
Curriculum is foundational to the success of a school’s academic program. This course is the ideal starting point because school leaders benefit from a deep understanding of curriculum. Participants will learn how to design, implement, and evaluate effective curriculum based on a school’s mission and philosophy of education.

Format
All Online

Meet the Faculty

Dr. Renee Mungons

Program Director, Master of Education

Dr. Bob Olson

Adjunct Faculty, Master of Education

Dr. Mark Stupka

Chair, Teacher Education Department

Dr. Lynn McCool

Director of Digital Education, Communications

Dr. Ritch Kelley