Total units required for Credential: 68

Program Description

Educational Leadership and Policy Studies' Preliminary Administrative Services Credential program aims to develop P-12 educational leaders from diverse backgrounds who will positively impact P-12 educational settings. The program specifically focuses on cultivating leaders who promote learning, equity, social justice and achievement for all students.

Educational Leadership and Policy Studies seeks to prepare transformational leaders with the capacity to effectively facilitate and manage change.

Admission Requirements

1. Completion of a baccalaureate degree at the time of application;
2. GPA in the last 60 units of 2.5 or better;
3. Completion, and successful review, of CSU Mentor and program Supplemental application;
4. A minimum of 4 years teaching experience in a P-12 educational setting; and
5. Successful interview with faculty, demonstrating:
   • Preparation for graduate level study
   • Leadership experience
   • Familiarity with current issues in education
   • Knowledge of conflict resolution and negotiation skills
   • Knowledge of P-12 education as a field
   • Entry level understanding of ethical leadership
   • Vision for P-12 education

Program Requirements

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Courses taken first semester

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Courses taken second semester

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Courses taken third semester

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Courses taken fourth semester.

This is a three semester program but students will have the option of taking an additional (fourth) semester if needed.