Application Deadline
Spring - December 1 (Final Deadline)
Fall - May 25
Upcoming Information Session
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 - 5:30pm
Program Overview
This certificate program is designed to prepare qualified candidates for leadership positions in schools in New York State, with an emphasis on effective leadership in urban schools. Upon successful completion of the program, students will have met the statutory requirements of the New York State Department of Education for certification as School Building Leader and School District Leader. All students move through the course of studies with a cohort. This is a cohort based hybrid program, with the majority of the courses taught online. Refer to the Program Schedule for details.
SBL/SDL Track
The program requires 30 credits of approved coursework within a cohort model including: 24 credits in supervision, administration, curriculum, policy analysis, human relations; theory, research, and practice in educational leadership; six credits in a field experience seminar.
SDL Track
The program requires 9 credits of approved coursework. All courses have a fieldwork component, with fieldwork projects focused on district level issues.