Education Specialist (EdS)

Eligibility for application requires a master’s degree with a 3.5 cumulative GPA from an accredited college or university and two or more years of verified successful teaching experience at a public or a private school accredited by Cognia.*

Applicants must also submit:

1. Graduate Admissions Application
2. Official, final transcripts from the college or university awarding your master’s degree. (Piedmont University transcripts are on file.)
3. Two professional references; one from the supervisor (the person who evaluates your performance) and one from a colleague. References submitted as part of the application process for previous degree programs will not be accepted.
4. Copy of valid, current professional certificate at the appropriate level for Georgia educators seeking certificate upgrade. Alternatively, candidates from independent schools should submit a letter from the principal or head of school verifying full-time employment as a teacher or educational administrator. (Note: If your certificate is not a Georgia certificate and you desire to be certified in Georgia, you must complete all requirements through Professional Standards Commission [PSC].)
5. Letter of Intent (scholarly)
6. Professional Activities Resume
7. Two years* of annual evaluations OR a principal/evaluator reference that addresses evaluations.
8. Personal Affirmation Form