The Endorsement-only option is intended for individuals who have a master’s degree and are seeking Virginia endorsement in preK-12 school administration and supervision and a position as principal, assistant principal, or central office supervisor. Students complete the core required courses (30 credits) as well as an administrative internship on a part-time basis. Click here for information about costs associated with the program of study.
Candidates for endorsement are responsible for completion of all other state requirements. In addition to completion of Curry’s approved program of studies and internship, candidates are required to have a passing score on the State School Leader’s Assessment, a master’s degree, and a minimum of three years of successful classroom teaching experience with a Virginia teaching license. Detailed information about Virginia requirements for endorsement in preK-12 Administration and Supervision may be accessed on the Virginia Department of Education website.
This program is currently offered in partnership with the School of Continuing and Professional Studies (SCPS) but will be transitioned fully to the Curry School on July 1, 2012. Click here for more information about the SCPS-Curry transition.
Prerequisites and Admission Requirements
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online application for admission;
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official transcript verifying undergraduate and master’s degree;
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three years of teaching experience and a Virginia teaching license;
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two recommendation forms;
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current résumé; and
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statement of professional goals.
Application Due Date
October 15 for spring semester entry
March 15 for summer semester entry
June 1 for fall entry
All components of application must be received by due date.
Degree Requirements
To earn and endorsement in Administration and Supervision, students must successfully complete all core coursework requirements as well as an administrative internship. See the Course Overview below.
At the end of the program, student must apply for graduation from the Curry School and apply for endorsement in Administration and Supervision.
Funding Opportunities
Typical Length of Study
By taking 2 courses per semester, students can complete the course of study in 5 semesters and the internship during the sixth semester.
Full or Part Time:
All students are part-time, working professionals. Courses are offered on an alternating annual basis during fall, spring, and summer sessions.
Course Overview
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Summer
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Leadership for Low-Performing Schools - EDLF 5500
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3 Credit Hours
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Summer
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Schools as Professional Learning Communities - EDLF 7140
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3 Credit Hours
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Summer
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Technology Leadership - EDLF 5500
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3 Credit Hours
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Summer (Internship)
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Administrative Internship - EDLF 8988
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3 Credit Hours
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Fall
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School and Community Relations - EDLF 7806
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3 Credit Hours
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Fall
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School Law - EDLF 7810
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3 Credit Hours
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Fall
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Introduction to Supervision and Instruction - EDLF 7811
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3 Credit Hours
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Fall
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School Finance - EDLF 7808
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3 Credit Hours
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Spring
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Public School Administration - EDLF 7804
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3 Credit Hours
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Spring
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Human Resource Management - EDLF 7805
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3 Credit Hours
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Spring
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Contemporary Issues in the Principalship - EDLF 7807
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3 Credit Hours
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Sample Jobs After Graduation
Most students pursue assistant principal positions after completion of the program but some step directly into principal or central office positions.
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