California Baptist University
Dr. Bonnie G. Metcalf School of Education
“We believe education is a calling and we exist to equip, empower and encourage leader-educators to impact our communities, country and world.”
Robin Duncan, EdD Dean, Metcalf School of Education
The EdS degree is designed to equip individuals with the skills, techniques, and qualities of leadership required for professional excellence as educational leaders and administrators in K–12 schools. This program will act as a meaningful steppingstone for school leaders as they look to elevate their careers and education.
This program is uniquely designed for individuals who have completed their clear Administrative Services Credential within the last five (5) years and provides a purposeful balance between theory, practice, and research.
Designed for working professionals, all courses are provided in an asynchronous online format. Graduates will be prepared to lead and transform their schools for optimal growth.
This EdS degree program offers credit for an individual’s successful completion of a CTC approved clear Administrative Services Credential program.
Program Length
36 units
1 year (full time) after completion of clear administrative induction program (part-time option available)
Program Cost*
$26,295**
$700 per unit
$365 per semester general fee
Program Start Term
Fall (September) Spring (January) Summer (May)
Asynchronous online
WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
What does Asynchronous mean?
CBU’s asynchronous class format means our online programs provide the maximum amount of flexibility for a minimum amount of interruption to your busy schedule. Additionally, the 8-week format means you can complete your degree twice as fast as a traditional semester schedule.
*Based on current academic year. Subject to change.
**Estimate includes 20% induction program tuition discount and 12 units of transferred coursework.
Led by biblical truth, the Metcalf School of Education’s mission is to prepare globally minded educational leaders of high moral character who are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to create inclusive, lifelong learners.
The Metcalf School of Education’s mission is to prepare educational leaders of high moral character who are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to create inclusive, lifelong learners throughout the world.
Our graduates serve as professionals in a wide variety of educational settings. We ground our candidates in teaching-learning theory and equip them with the practical skills needed to create positive, inclusive learning environments that honor each person’s created purpose. We help our candidates reach all learners in a wide range of educational settings. Our goal is to teach our candidates how to create self-sufficient, lifelong learners who master content, critically analyze what they learn, collaborate well with others, develop innovative solutions, become leaders in biblical justice and communicate effectively.
The Metcalf School of Education exists to equip educators to create lifelong learners in schools, workplaces and nonprofit organizations.
Guiding our efforts in that mission are the four foundational values of our university:
Academically Prepared Biblically Rooted Globally Minded Equipped to Serve
Cammy Purper, PhD Director of Online Education for the School of Education
I have been interested in education since I was a young child myself! My favorite thing to play as a child was “school” and I was always the teacher. I babysat at an early age, and one of my first jobs in high school was working as a teacher’s aide for a local private school. In college, I worked as a preschool assistant to earn extra money. As I earned my bachelor’s degree and became a wife and mother myself, I knew that I wanted to work in a career that allowed me to serve children and families.I believe that education is powerful and transformative. Throughout my own educational career, I have been fortunate to learn from so many gifted and compassionate educators. They have taught me, encouraged me, loved me, and believed in me, even when I did not. My goal is to pass these priceless gifts on to my own students.
My scholarship explores many topics, but much of it centers on adult learning. As a college educator, I believe I can make the most impact by supporting the growth, learning, and development of teachers and leaders who will serve child and families. Prior to working in higher education, I had a long professional career. I worked with children from birth to first grade in both private and public school settings as a teacher and leader. I was also a parent educator and administrator of early childhood programs. I am honored to have had the opportunity to work with so many children and families and continue to cherish these memories.
Application for admission with a $45 application fee.
Official transcript from an accredited college or university reflecting the completion of a baccalaureate degree as well as a masters degree.
3.0 cumulative or last 60/90 unit GPA. Additional opportunities may be available for a student to overcome an unsatisfactory GPA.
Written statement of purpose OR in-person/virtual program interview (student’s choice)
• What are your educational goals? How will this program help meet those goals?
• What makes you a good fit for CBU?
• 500 word maximum
Completed (within the last five years) a California Commission-approved administrator clear induction program.
• Master’s degree and completed a California, CTC accredited, clear administrator credential program
Submit a graduate application at calbaptist.edu/gradapp.
Send official college or university transcripts.
Provide any supplemental documents required.
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