Professional Development in Educational Leadership Certificate

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The six-course sequence is designed to provide advanced studies and professional development for teachers holding a master’s degree. Based on the recommended changes in the licensure of school administrators by the VDOE, teachers who currently have a master’s degree can be eligible for preK-12 administration and supervision endorsement if they complete prescribed coursework which satisfied VDOE Alternative Licensure Requirements for Educational Leaders. This certificate satisfied the requirements set forth by the VDOE.

Course Sequence:

EDEL 612 - Introduction to School Administration Credits: (3)
EDEL 614 - Supervision and Evaluation of Instruction Credits: (3)
EDEL 621 - Organization and Management of Public Schools Credits: (3)
EDEL 624 - Technology for School Administrators Credits: (3)
EDEL 630 - Legal and Ethical Dimensions of School Administrators Credits: (3)
EDEL 635 - Seminar in Problems of Educational Leadership Credits: (3)
In most instances, the sequence will begin in the fall semester and conclude in the following fall session.

Note:

Applicants for the certificate must meet existing admissions standards for the Educational Leadership graduate program. In addition, persons seeking admission to the certificate must have a master’s degree and be under consideration for administrative duties or employment in a school division.