Community college administrators who want to take their careers to the next level should enroll in Argosy University's Doctor of Education (EdD) in Community College Executive Leadership program. This flexible online program gives these administrators the opportunity to develop the advanced skills required to advance into senior positions in their colleges.
Experienced administrators who participate in the three- to four-year EdD program can become more competent practitioners and educational leaders. Graduates with a suitable combination of prior experience are prepared to pursue a variety of senior administrative positions — including president, vice president, dean, and director — in community colleges.
Argosy University doctoral residencies offer a valuable opportunity for students to interact with one another, meet faculty members, and acquire advanced skills and knowledge they need to succeed throughout the duration of their program.
These interactive three-day sessions are offered at various locations throughout the academic year. All doctoral students must attend a minimum of two residency programs in addition to completing their coursework.
See the Doctoral Residency page for the current program schedule and for additional insight into our students’ experiences.
Certification and Licensure
This program offered through Argosy University – Online Programs College of Education DOES NOT lead to teacher or administrator certification, licensure, or endorsement in any state in the United States regardless of the state in which the student resides.
Community College Executive Leadership
"Employment of education administrators is expected to grow by 12 percent between 2006 and 2016, about as fast as the average for all occupations, primarily due to growth in enrollments of school-age children. Although competition among faculty for prestigious positions as academic deans and department heads is likely to remain keen, fewer applicants are expected for nonacademic administrative jobs, such as director of admissions or student affairs. In May 2006, postsecondary school administrators had median annual earnings of $73,990. Salaries of education administrators depend on several factors, including the location and enrollment level in the school."
Bureau of Labor Statistics,U.S. Department of Labor,
Occupational Outlook Handbook,
2008-09 Edition,
Education Administrators
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos007.htm