Education Specialist - Curriculum & Instruction

Plan Description

The Ed.S. degree program is designed for individuals who possess the ability and desire to pursue advanced graduate work beyond the master’s level.

Learning Outcomes

www.unlv.edu/degree/eds-curriculum-instruction

Plan Admission Requirements

In addition to the credentials required by the Graduate College, admission to the Ed.S. program in Curriculum and Instruction also requires the students:

1. Hold a master’s degree in education or in a field related to education.
2. Present evidence of a minimum of two years of professional experience appropriate to the selected concentration.
3. Have a minimum GPA of 3.00 in all graduate-level course work.
4. Submit an on-line application to the Graduate College.
5. Submit satisfactory test results from the Graduate Record Exam (GRE General Exam) to the C&I Department.
6. The online application must include a one- to two-page statement of professional goals. The names with contact information of two professional references and intended emphasis area should be included in the statement.
7. Two sets of official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities. One set of transcripts must be sent directly to the Graduate College; the other set must be sent directly to the T&L main office.

Applicants will be evaluated on scholastic record, professional accomplishments, and potential for advanced studies. Applicants may be asked to meet with a Graduate Admissions Committee for a formal interview.

All domestic and international applicants must review and follow the Graduate College Admission and Registration Requirements.

Plan Requirements

Total Credits Required: 33

Course Requirements

Research Required Courses – Credits: 6

Complete two of the following courses:

CIG 790 - Doctoral Research Seminar 

EPY 718 - Qualitative Research Methodologies 

EPY 721 - Descriptive and Inferential Statistics: An Introduction 

Area of Emphasis Courses – Credits: 15

Complete 12 credits of advisor-approved emphasis-area courses within and/or outside the department. Students may fulfill these credits via directed study.

Cognate Courses – Credits: 9

Complete 9 credits of advisor-approved courses in an area of study which enhances the major area of emphasis. Cognate courses may be taken in the Department of Teaching and Learning or other departments at UNLV.

Culminating Experience – Credits: 3

CIG 698 - Curriculum and Instruction Professional Paper/Project 

Degree Requirements 

1. Students must complete a minimum of 33 credit hours with a minimum GPA of 3.00.
2. Students must complete a written comprehensive examination and/or oral presentation of a special project or professional paper.

Plan Graduation Requirements

1. The student must submit all required forms to the Graduate College and then apply for graduation up to two semesters prior to completing his/her degree requirements.
2. The student must successfully complete a culminating experience.