Also allows current administrators to earn an advanced degree. Special Education prepares students for the role of administrator of special education. Certification and Competencies for Administrative Roles Students wishing to pursue certification must coordinate the process with the Massachusetts Department of Education. Course work is structured in accordance with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' common competencies for administrators. The principles of effective administrative leadership prescribed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts serve as focusing points for developing administrative competencies-effective instructional leadership, effective organizational leadership, effective administration and management, promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity, effective relationships with the community, and fulfillment of professional responsibilities.
Students develop self-confidence about learning.
They are empowered to bring new, positive leadership to our society and solve problems in schools, school systems, and in community organizations. Effect systemic behavioral and organizational changes, with high levels of accountability. Develop the capacities of others to participate in change and reconfiguring of community resources. Help others think systematically, use information systems and action research techniques, expand their leadership capabilities, and develop skills needed to manage personal and social change. Practicum Students may petition to waive the practicum if they have successfully completed a practicum in their master's-level work that fulfills the Massachusetts Department of Education certification standards.