Graduate Programs
The Graduate Education Program is committed to the preparation of professionals for teaching, research, consulting, curriculum development, and administration. The program provides opportunities for individuals to develop advanced knowledge and professional competence through both certification and degree programs. The aim is to prepare graduates for positions of responsibility and leadership.
To this end, we offer a Ph. D. program in Organizational Leadership (Educational Leadership Concentration); two M. Ed. programs (Multicultural Education and School Health Services); and certification programs (Instructional I, Specialist, and Educational Administration) listed below. Eastern's certification programs are designed to meet the standards of the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
Graduate Admissions Requirements
Degree Programs
Teaching Certification Programs (Instructional I)
- Early Childhood (Pre K-4)
- Early Childhood with Special Education (N-8)
- English as a Second Language (K-12)
- Foreign Language (French and Spanish) (K-12)
- Health and Physical Education (K-12)
- Middle Level Education 4-8
- Music (K-12)
- Secondary Education (7-12): Biology, Chemistry, Communication, English, Math, & Social Studies
- Special Education (Pre K-8, 7-12)
Specialist Certification Programs
- General Supervisor (K-12)
- Reading Supervisor (K-12)
- Reading Specialist (K-12)
- School Nurse (K-12)
- Supervisor of School Health Services (K-12)
- Supervisor of Special Education (K-12)
Educational Administration Certification Programs
- Principal
- PhD in Organizational Leadership with The Pennsylvania Letter of Eligibility Certification: For educators who seek to serve as Superintendent of a School District
For admission information contact:
Mike Perpiglia at 610-341-5947 or mperpigl@eastern.edu
