University Structure and Degree Programs
Spalding University is divided into three colleges, which includes fourteen schools. Spalding University offers degrees at the associate, undergraduate, master's and doctoral levels. The organization of these academic units is summarized below.
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
| KOSAIR FOR KIDS COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND NATURAL SCIENCES
| COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES
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For the majority of undergraduate programs, Spalding University's academic year includes seven six-week sessions grouped into three terms. Applicants are encouraged to visit the entry for their program in this Catalog for details of the academic year structure for their intended program of study.
The schedule for six-week session structure is outlined below:
| Fall Term | Session 1 |
| Session 2 | |
Session 3 | |
| Spring Term | Session 4 |
| Session 5 | |
Session 6 | |
| Summer Term | Session 7 |
Each session is six weeks in length, and there is a break after each session. A typical course meets for 400 minutes per week, usually in four 100-minute classes. Students have the option to earn up to eighteen credit hours each in the Fall Term and Spring Term, but must complete at least twelve credit hours of coursework in each of these terms to be considered full-time. Students taking less than twelve credit hours in a single term would be considered part-time.
Graduate programs are offered in a variety of academic year structures, including semesters and evening/weekend delivery options. Graduate program applicants are encouraged to visit the entry for their program in this Catalog for details of the academic year structure for their intended program of study. Applicants are also encouraged to contact the head of their graduate program for specific details.
The degree programs listed below are offered by the colleges and schools of the University. (For detailed information about options within degree programs, please see information on the specific program.)
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COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
School of Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
School of Education
Bachelor of Science in Education
Master of Arts in School Counseling
Master of Arts in Teaching
Master of Education in Instructional Leadership
Master of Education in Learner-Centered Practices
Master of Education in Learner-Centered Systems
Master of Education Teacher Leader
Doctor of Education in Leadership
KOSAIR FOR KIDS COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND NATURAL SCIENCES
Auerbach School of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy Doctorate (Entry-Level)
Occupational Therapy Doctorate (Post-Professional)
Kosair for Kids School of Physical Therapy
Doctorate in Physical Therapy (Entry-Level)
Doctorate in Physical Therapy (Post-Professional)
School of Athletic Training
Master of Science in Athletic Training
School of Health Science
Bachelor of Science in Health Science
Master of Science in Health Science
School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Master of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing and Healthcare Leadership
Master of Scince in Nursing - Nurse Educator
Doctor of Nursing Practice
School of Natural Science
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Bachelor of Science in Natural Science
School of Professional Psychology
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology
School of Social Work
Bachelor of Science in Social Work
Master of Social Work
Doctor of Social Work
COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES
Sena Jeter Nasland-Mann Graduate School of Writing
Master of Arts in Writing
Master of Fine Arts in Writing
School of Business
Associate of Arts in Business Administration
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Master of Business Administration
Master of Science in Management
School of Criminal Justice Studies
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Studies
School of Liberal Arts
Bachelor of Arts in African American Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Creative Arts
Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
Bachelor of Science in Communication
CERTIFICATES
Post-Bachelor’s Certificate in Accounting
Post-Bachelor's Certificate in Human Resource Management
Post-Bachelor's Certificate in Natural Science
Post-Bachelor's Certificate in Sports Management
Post-Bachelor's Certificate in Writing
Post-Master's Certificate in the Teaching of Creative Writing
Post-Master's Certificate in Writing Enrichment
Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Writing for Children and Young Adults
Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Writing Creative Nonfiction
Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Writing Fiction
Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Playwriting
Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Writing Poetry
Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Screenwriting
Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Writing: Special Topics
Post Baccalaureate Certificate in TV Writing
Post Masters Certificate in Writing Enrichment in Writing for Children/YA
Post Masters Certificate in Writing Enrichment in Writing Creative Nonfiction
Post Masters Graduate Certificate in the Teaching of Creative Writing
Post Masters Certificate in Writing Enrichment in Writing Fiction
Post Masters Certificate in Writing Enrichment in Playwriting
Post Masters Certificate in Writing Enrichment in Writing Poetry
Post Masters Certificate in Writing Enrichment in Screenwriting
Post Masters Certificate in Writing Enrichment: Special Topics
Post Masters Certificate in Writing Enrichment in TV Writing
Post Master’s Certificate Nurse Practitioner - FNP - Previous Nurse Practitioner Certification
Post Master’s Certificate Nurse Practitioner - FNP - No previous Nurse Practitioner Certification
Post Master’s Certificate Nurse Practitioner - PMHNP - Previous Nurse Practitioner Certification
Post Master’s Certificate Nurse Practitioner - PMHNP - No previous Nurse Practitioner Certification
EDUCATION CERTIFICATES AND ENDORSEMENTS
Post-Bachelor's Certificate in Competency-Based Education
Certificate Program for Rank I Classification (Planned 6th Year Program – School Guidance Counselor)
Certificate Program for Rank I: Instructional Leadership – School Principal – P-12 – Level II
Endorsement in Instructional Computer Technology
Endorsement in Reading
Endorsement in Teacher Leader
Endorsement in Teaching English as a Second Language
Planned 6th Year Rank I Program
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Subject to review and determination by the Board of Trustees, the University may create academic centers, institutes, and divisions as needed, with all such units ultimately reporting to the Provost. Spalding University provides instruction for all course work and related academic requirements for all degrees.