Our English Language Arts education specialist program builds on your master’s degree. In this program, you will work with committed faculty who will help you develop your research skills while you also gain Class AA certification.  If you’re ready to continue your education, but not ready for the Ph.D., the Ed.S. degree is the logical choice!

Degree Overview

The Ed.S. degree leads to recommendation for Class AA Alabama professional educator certification.

Coursework — 30 hours

  • 12 Hrs – Teaching Field Courses

  • 18 Hrs – English Education and  Professional Courses*

    • Includes Field Project

*RSED 6000/6006 Advanced Survey of Exceptionality is required if a survey of special education course was not previously completed.

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Visit Auburn’s Graduate School homepage for checklists, resources, valuable graduate student information and to begin your application. Please contact department faculty listed above with program-specific questions.

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Last updated: 01/12/2024