Master of Science in Leadership and Policy in Early Care and Education
Offered in Concord, NH and Portland, ME
Wheelock College, founded in 1888, enjoys a national and international reputation as a leader in early childhood education and related fields serving children and families.
Wheelock’s graduate programs are designed to create leaders and advocates to improve the lives of all children and families.
Each graduate program is committed to an inclusive, developmental, and multicultural approach to child study. Wheelock College offers master's degree programs, a Certificate in Parenting Education, and several professional development courses and institutes. National and Regional programs are currently offered in locations throughout Massachusetts as well as in New Hampshire, Maine and South Carolina.
THE COHORT MODEL AND FORMAT
Our national and regional master's degree programs are designed as a cohort learning experience wherein a group completes the entire two year program together. The close bond that develops among students as they share professional, academic, and personal experiences is a special aspect of the program. Students work collaboratively and often find that strong support networks are built among cohort members, faculty, advisors, and staff lasting well beyond the two year academic program.
LEADERSHIP AND POLICY IN EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION PROGRAM
This program is primarily for childcare administrators interested in a master’s degree, preschool teachers seeking to expand their roles, and professionals working with children and families and is designed to meet the needs of early childhood professionals working in a variety of settings. Students will expand the depth and breadth of their theoretical knowledge and enhance their professional skills in working with colleagues, children, and families. They will also prepare for leadership in diverse settings including child care programs, private and public schools, referral agencies, and professional organizations. Students will have the opportunity to enhance and strengthen their skills in interpersonal communication, supervision, consultation, policy analysis, and program development and evaluation.
SCHEDULE OF COURSES
The program is two years long in which you take two courses during each fall, spring and summer semester, for a total of six courses per year. Courses are completed in three weekends (approximately every other weekend) and are held Fridays from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Admission decisions are based upon careful review of academic records, a written essay, three references, and relevant experience. Please refer to the this page for specific information regarding admission requirements and materials.
TUITION AND FINANCIAL AID
The current tuition for the National and Regional master program is $625 per credit. Federal Stafford loans and other supplemental education loans are available through government financial aid applications (FAFSA). For information on graduate financial aid, contact the Office of Financial Aid at 617-879-2206 or visit the Financial Aid website.
Master of Science in Leadership and Policy in Early Care and Education
Program of Study
37 Credit Hours- HDF 515 Lifespan Development II: Adult Development - 3 Credits
- CFS 604 Family Systems: Theory and Practice - 3 Credits
- EDU 505 Racial and Cultural Identities -3 Credits
- LPA 701 Becoming Leaders in a Democracy - 3 Credits
- LPA 702 Interpersonal Skills of Leadership - 3 Credits
- LPA 710 Financial Management in Educational and Human Service Settings – 3 Credits
- LPA 720 Leadership for Organizational Change in Educational Settings – 3 Credits
- LPA 736 The Education of Young Children: Theories, Practices and Policies - 3 Credits
- RDG 625 Early Childhood Literacy - 3 Credits
- RES 723 Practitioner As Researcher - 3 Credits
- LPP 651 Practicum and Seminar: Leadership -6 Credits
- EDU 655 Capstone: Care and Education – 1 Credit
For additional information, contact us:
By phone: (617) 879-2311
By email: natreg@wheelock.edu
