Ann P. Blackwell, Ph.D., Dean
Thomas Lipscomb, Ph.D., Associate Dean
Mission
The College of Education and Psychology prepares and develops educators, researchers, mental health professionals, and information specialists while generating and disseminating knowledge that connects and advances individuals, communities, and society. Students develop knowledge and skills through exposure to exemplary teaching, research, and professional service. The College contributes to the mission of the University through all aspects of scholarship that promote academic success; enhance the image of the College and the University; foster community relationships and involvement; and create healthy minds, bodies, and campuses.
Educational Leadership and School Counseling
Master’s Degree
Master’s, Specialist’s, and Doctoral Coursework
Website: http://www.usm.edu/school-administration-counseling
228.214.3274 (Gulf Coast) or 601.266.4580 (Hattiesburg)
The Department of Educational Leadership and School Counseling offers a fully online Master’s in Educational Administration and Supervision degree that provides entry-level preparation in the school principalship. The department aloso provides coursework that can lead to other graduate degrees offered through the department in collaboration with the Hattiesburg Campus. All programs are NCATE accredited and may lead to licensure. Students interested in initial licensure or licensure renewal should consult with their state’s department of education for current licesure requirements.
Master of Education in Educational Administration and Supervision (totally online) This program prepares teachers to become school principals. Cohorts of up to 25 students are admitted each spring through a competitive admissions process. The 34 credit-hour program spans 4 consecutive semesters (spring, summer, fall, and spring) and includes a 3-semester internship.
Other Graduate Degrees are offered by the department in collaboration with the Hattiesburg campus. A significant portion of coursework for these programs is offered on the Gulf Coast and/or online.
The following degrees prepares individuals for the principalship, central office administration, and the superintendency. Applications are considered each semester through a competitive application process.
Specialists in Education - Educational Administration (P12) Emphasis
Doctorate of Education in Education - Educational Administration (P12) Emphasis
Doctorate of Philosophy in Education - Educational Administration (P12) Emphasis
The following degree prepares teachers who aspire to become school guidance counselors in P-12 schools. The 33-36 credit hour program is offered in a hybrid format with coursework offered online each semester and face-to-face instruction for three consecutive week sessions on the Hattiesburg campus each summer. Cohorts of up to 25 students are admitted each summer through a competitive application process. This program is designed to prepare teachers who expect to become school guidance counselors in P-12 schools.
Master of Education in Counseling and Personnel Services (School Counseling Emphasis)
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