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2020 Graduate Catalog 1.2 (SUMMER - FALL) 
    
2020 Graduate Catalog 1.2 (SUMMER - FALL) [ARCHIVED CATALOG - Consult with Your Academic Advisor for Your Catalog Year]

School District Leader Certificate of Advanced Study


This is a program of study for candidates seeking New York State certification as school district leader. By completion of the program, to be certified as school district leaders, candidates must hold a permanent or professional teaching certificate, three years of teaching experience, complete a minimum of 60 credit hours of approved graduate study above the bachelor’s degree, and successfully complete the written and performance components of the State assessment in school district leadership.

Academic Requirements (36 Credit Hours)


Required Courses (36 credit hours)


Electives (24 credit hours)


Candidates who need additional graduate course work to meet the requirement of a school district leader may select from among the following courses, based on the candidate’s leadership goals and in consultation with an academic advisor.