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Sacred Heart University—Farrington College of Education

Fairfield, Connecticut

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Sacred Heart University is committed to providing quality education on campus and online. Degrees offered through SHU are flexible and convenient so you can schedule your courses and study time around work and personal time.

Overview

School Type

  • Private
  • Catholic

Website: www.sacredheart.edu

Contact: Sacred Heart University—Farrington College of Education

Benefits

Student Experience

Student Experience

  • On campus evening classes
  • Saturday classes
  • Online classes
  • Hybrid courses
Affordability

Affordability

  • Financial aid
  • Tuition discounts
  • Scholarships available
Campus Resources

Campus Resources

  • Labs
  • Library
  • Career services

Featured Programs & Degrees

Master of Education
Educational Leadership
Literacy Specialist
Teaching
Superintendent Certification
Doctor of Education
Master of Education

Master of Education

The Master of Education program is designed for already certified and working teachers. Students will build skills in assessing student learning, curriculum design, classroom management, and more. The program is offered on a full-time or part-time schedule, on campus in Fairfield.

Admissions
  • Application Deadline: Rolling
  • Time to Completion: 1-2 Years
Program Options
  • On campus
  • Full-time or part-time
  • Start and Timing: Fall, Spring or Summer Start – Semester Timing
Cost
  • $760 per credit
Learn More

Get more information on the Master of Education program here.

Educational Leadership

Educational Leadership Certificate (092)

The Educational Leadership program will give teachers the skills and knowledge they need to be successful 21st century leaders. Students will leave with an Intermediate Administrator Certification (092) and a further Certificate of Advanced Study in Administration (CAS in Administration).

Admissions
  • Application Deadline: Rolling
  • Time to Completion: 1-2 Years
Program Options
  • On campus
  • Part-time
  • Start and Timing: Fall, Spring or Summer Start – Semester Timing
Cost
  • $760 per credit
Learn More

Get more information on the Educational Leadership Certificate program here.

Literacy Specialist

CT Literacy Specialist Program (CLSP)

The CAS in literacy is a two-tiered program yielding state endorsements in reading/language arts: the Remedial Reading & Remedial Language Arts Specialist (102) and Reading and Language Arts Consultant (097). The Connecticut Literacy Specialist Program (CLSP) candidate has the option to progress from one program to the other in seamless transition or stagger the schedule to accommodate their needs.

Admissions
  • Application Deadline: Rolling
  • Time to Completion: 1-2 Years
Program Options
  • On campus
  • Part-time
  • Start and Timing: Fall or Spring Start – Semester Timing
Cost
  • $760 per credit
Learn More

Get more information on the CT Literacy Specialist program here.

Teaching

Master of Arts in Teaching with Initial Teacher Certification

Students can earn their initial teacher certification in elementary or secondary education in combination with a Master of Arts in Teaching.

Admissions
  • Application Deadline: Rolling
  • Time to Completion: 1.5-2.5 Years
Program Options
  • On campus
  • Full-time or part-time
  • Start and Timing: Fall, Spring or Summer Start – Semester Timing
Cost
  • $760 per credit
Learn More

Get more information on the Initial Teacher Certification program here.

Superintendent Certification

Superintendent of Schools Certification (093)

The Superintendent of Schools (093) certification program at Sacred Heart University (SHU) will prepare candidates to serve as a superintendent of schools in a public school system in Connecticut

Admissions
  • Application Deadline: Rolling (April 1 priority)
  • Time to Completion: 1 Year
Program Options
  • On campus
  • Part-time
  • Start and Timing: Fall Start – Semester Timing
Cost
  • $810 per credit
Learn More

Get more information on the Superintendent certification program here.

Doctor of Education

Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership

  • The Ed.D in Educational Leadership is ideal for school leaders, including those individuals who hold the Connecticut Intermediate Administrator license (or its equivalent from other states), such as principals or superintendents. The program is also ideal for mid-career educators who are serving in teacher leadership roles such as teacher leader, curriculum coordinator and instructional coach.
Admissions
  • Application Deadline: Rolling (May 1 priority)
  • Time to Completion: 3 Years
Program Options
  • Online
  • Full-time
  • Start and Timing: Fall Start – Semester Timing
Cost
  • $900 per credit
Learn More

Get more information on the Superintendent certification program here.

Contact Sacred Heart University—Farrington College of Education

Contact Admissions

(203) 365-7619

Main Campus

5151 Park Avenue
Fairfield, CT 06825

(203) 371-7999

Find SHU Online

sacredheart.edu/graduate

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