Education Specialist Degree
Take the next step in your education career with our Education Specialist (Ed.S.) programs for teachers, administrators, and professionals seeking advanced expertise beyond the master degree level. An EdS degree in school psychology or school counseling will help you better understand human development and give you new and improved ways to help students grow and learn. It can also present new career opportunities in the field of education, such as higher education teaching, supervision, administration, and specialty K–12 positions.
Our accredited university offers pathways for career development in special education, educational leadership, or curriculum instruction. The Online Ed.S. programs can be ideal for working educators and align with state certification and licensure requirements. Deepen your knowledge of K–12 support services while growing your understanding in the application of evidence-based interventions and assessments in these advanced degree programs.
Education Specialist Programs
EdS Programs at Alliant
The EdS in school counseling with pupil personnel services credential program has an emphasis in school-based mental health (SBMH). It gives you the teacher leadership skills and confidence to provide education-related mental health services and evaluations in a school setting, and prepares you for the PPS credential so you can practice in California’s schools.
The EdS in school psychology with pupil personnel services credential program prepares you to provide counseling support for K–12 students who need to overcome personal and academic challenges or plan for life after high school. Courses in adolescent behavior, methodology, evaluation, and counseling prepare you to give every student a chance to prosper.
Why Choose Alliant for Your EdS Program?
CTC-Approved Curriculum - Alliant offers the school counseling and the school psychology online EdS program. Both online education specialist programs are approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC), one of the highest accreditation standards in the industry.
Faculty of experts - Throughout your online EdS program, you'll learn from experienced faculty that encourage you to reach your academic and personal goals. Study with professors and instructors from diverse backgrounds who understand the challenges you face. Prepare to apply what you learn in a school setting with potential internship opportunities for career development.
Flexible Online Educator Preparation Program - Online education specialist programs work well for part-time students when coupled with hands-on training, practicum, and experience in counseling practice. By making our educational specialist degree program flexible, we allow you to tailor your teacher education to your schedule while still getting the professional training needed to excel in various school leader positions throughout your career.
Diverse and focused learning environment - You'll find an ethos at Alliant that is welcoming and promotes diversity. This creates an atmosphere of acceptance that allows you to learn from other perspectives and cultures, translating your academic experience into educational leadership, human growth and a better understanding of your peers.
Field-based experience - Our online Eds Degree program provides hands-on experience and the skills needed in the counseling profession. We blend coursework, applied research, and real-world case studies. You can earn your educational specialist degree online or in-person; either way you’ll be prepared with the professional counseling skills you need to support the academic and social emotional development of K-12 students.
Earn your EdS degree at Alliant International University.
This is a profession in which you can really change hearts and minds, and gives you the opportunity to transform systems and provide support that can increase your impact in the lives of students.
This is a profession in which you can really change hearts and minds, and gives you the opportunity to transform systems and provide support that can increase your impact in the lives of students.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I get with an Education Specialist (Ed.S.) Degree?
An Ed.S. degree provides focused training in your area of study while offering an alternative to a full doctorate. You'll strengthen your understanding of curriculum design, instructional strategy and leadership, as well as use of technology. You'll build leadership skills in educational administration and policy planning.
What is the modality of the program?
Our Ed.S. program is available online for a flexible learning option.