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La Sierra University's School of Education is preparing educators who want to make a difference in the world.
Employers contact us yearly from U.S. and international schools, seeking educators who enjoy helping people learn, who want to participate in cutting edge research and 21st century thinking, who will be role models to their students and leaders in their field. We cannot supply enough teachers for the demand, and educational leaders are predicting that the need for qualified teachers will increase even more in the next few years. Could a career in teaching be for you? You'll experience a life-changing education here.
Come experience what the School of Education at La Sierra University has to offer. Take that step toward making a greater difference, today.
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Areas of Specialization Degree Programs
Administration & Leadership
Degrees and Specializations We Offer
- Administration & Leadership (MA, EdS, EdD)
- eLearning Leadership & Innovation (EdS, EdD)***
- Professional Learning & Coaching (EdS, EdD)***
- Special Education Administration (EdS, EdD)***
- TESOL (MA)***
- Doctorate in Leadership - Educational Administration (PhD)
- Specialization***
Curriculum & Instruction
Degrees and Concentrations We Offer
- Liberal Studies - Elementary Education (BA)
- Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)
- Preliminary Single Subject Credential
- Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential
- Curriculum & Instruction (MA, EdS, EdD)
- Neuroscience & Education (MA, EdS)***
- 21st Centruy Teaching (MA)***
- Educational Doctorate - Multiple Concentrations/Practitioner Focus (EdD)
- Doctorate in Leadership - Instructional Leadership (PhD)
- Concentration***
School Psychology & Counseling
Degrees and Specializations We Offer
- Counseling (MA)
- School Counseling (MA, with PPS)***
- Behavioral Analysts - BCBA (MA , EdS , EdD)***
- Marriage and Family Therapy - MFT (MA)***
- Professional Clinical Counselor - LPCC (MA, EdD)***
- Forensic Mental Health Counseling (MA)***
- Educational Psychology (EdS, EdD)
- School Psychology (EdS, EdD)
- Doctorate in Leadership - Educational Psychology (PhD)
- Specialization***
Contact US
education@lasierra.edu
951.785.2266
866-219-0671 (Toll Free)
951.785.2205 fax
Course Schedules
PhD in Leadership
The PhD in Leadership program focuses on the development of fresh, innovative ways to think about models, issues, and problems in the field, and on adding to the body of research-based knowledge in the field. Students will explore and critically analyze various areas of leadership, develop a specialized study program, and pursue excellence in research culminating in a dissertation.
Digital Learning - Online Programs
Want to get an education from the comfort of your home?
Although we place high value on face-to-face interactions between teachers and students, we also provide online education to help you reduce your seat time on campus. In a world that makes multiple demands on you, using online alternatives can help you care for your own healthy balance in life. See more...
My doctorate from La Sierra University has opened doors for me. As chief administrative officer at Loma Linda Academy, I am putting what I learned into practice every day."
–Doug Herrmann, Ed.D.
Meet our Faculty & Staff
Chang-Ho Ji, Ph.D
Dean
David Penner, Ph.D
Director
Leadership Studies
Keith Drieberg, Ph.D
Chair
Curriculum and Instruction
Raymond Hurst, Ed.D
Assistant Chair
Curriculum & Instruction
Director
Accreditation & Assessment
Aimee Leukert, Ph.D
Assistant Professor
Dora Clarke-Pine, Ph.D
Chair
School Psychology & Counseling
Sophorn Choau, Ph.D
Assistant Professor
Director Mental Health Program
Elissa Kido Ed.D
Director
Center for Research on K-12 Adventist Education
Sharon Zhao, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Director BCBA Program