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"The rapid growth ofChristian schools and the projected shortage ofpublic school teachers in the near future has created a great demand for teachers. Bio/a candidates are sought by both Christian and public schools. The teacher education program has an excellent reputation because of the fine work ofgraduates over the years." - Dr. Richard Jones Chairman, Department of Education THE SCHOOLOF ARTSI

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Administrative Dean: Edward H. Norman , Ed.D . Master ofArts in Christian School Administration OBJECTIVES Upon completion of the Master of Arts in Christian School Administration, it is intended that the candidate know the atti­ tudes and convictions which Christian schools seek to develop in their students; understand administrative duties and responsi­ bilities; be acquainted with financial and legal requirements of Christian schools; understand supervision, counseling , cur­ riculum development and testing; and have practiced these com­ petencies under the direction of experienced administrators. This program is designed to prepare administrators for Christian schools . It has been developed with the assistance of an advisory committee of Christian school leaders to meet the specific needs of their institutions. Candidates receive a broad preparation in­ cluding courses in administration , supervision , counseling , fi­ nance and law , curriculum development, testing and philosophy - all of these specifically related to the Christian school. Bible and theology is required for those who lack preparation in these areas. The program combines theory with practice throughout , using field experience with the course work and as a culminating activity. It seeks to integrate Christian truth with all of the administrative theory and practice . This program is designed to be taken on a part-time basis so that it will be available to those who are employed full-time. Courses are offered in late afternoon and early evening both during the school year and in summer sessions. The program can be com­ pleted in two full years or four summers. A maximum of eight units of electives and/or transfer credit may be accepted. Nine units of course load is considered full-time status for all graduate students.

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