Building leadership capacity in college students is both an art and a science. Knowledge of college student development and specifically college leadership development, as well as research in leadership theory and practices, can help college leadership educators become more effective. International Leadership Association (ILA) Guiding Questions (2009) is another tool which educators can use to develop their knowledge in creating leadership programs. Educators who apply this knowledge while building a powerful learning environment for students create powerful opportunities for students to grow as emerging leaders. This chapter begins with a review of the structure of pedagogy, and discusses the importance of creating an intentional environment in higher education for this learning and growth. It continues by suggesting an overarching structure for the content of higher education leadership development programs, and examines relevant leadership theory necessary to include in comprehensive education programs. The remainder of the chapter focuses on the importance of understanding the particular student context in delivering effective pedagogy, and reviews how effective pedagogical practices can be applied within the framework of student services and higher education. Specifically, the work of supervising and advising students and student organizations will be discussed, as well as how to deliver effective leadership programs both within and outside of classroom environments.