School Leadership Graduate Certificate

Program Code: GCERT_473A
CIP Code: 13.0409

Program of Study for the Graduate Certificate in School Leadership

This certificate leads to the North Carolina Level I Administrator License (012)

Admission Requirements: Baccalaureate and Master’s degrees from an accredited college or university; complete application to the Graduate School .

To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the criteria for admission to the Graduate School . Meeting the minimum qualifying score does not guarantee admission, only consideration for unconditional admission.

Note: A comprehensive examination is required to be eligible for principal licensure; see the program director for more information.

Course Requirements for the Graduate Certificate in School Leadership

Total Required (Minimum 24 Hours)

Required Courses (24 Hours)

Leadership Practice and Theory

Theory and Philosophy

LSA 5820 - Theory and Development in Educational Organizations (3)

Research and Data-Informed Decision-Making

Application and Practice

Select one of the following in consultation with advisor:

LSA 5900 - School Administration and Supervision Internship/Practicum (3-6) (3+3) (for pre-service students)
LSA 5910 - Building-Level Action Research Leadership Evidences (3) (3+3) (for in-service students)