The Certificate-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.
Candidates for certification 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 certification in preK-12 Administration and Supervision may be accessed on the Virginia Department of Education website.
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
February 1 for summer semester entry
June 1 for fall entry
All components of application must be received by due date.
Degree Requirements
To earn a certificate in Administration and Supervision, students must successfully complete all core coursework requirements as well as an administrative internship. See the Course Overview below. No requirements completed more than five years before the certificate is to be awarded may be credited toward this certificate.
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
View the planned statewide courses for Administration and Supervision through Summer 2014 for more information about scheduled courses.
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Schools as Professional Learning Communities - EDLF 7140
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3 Credit Hours
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Public School Administration - EDLF 7804
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3 Credit Hours
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Human Resource Management - EDLF 7805
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3 Credit Hours
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School and Community Relations - EDLF 7806
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3 Credit Hours
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School Principalship - EDLF 7807
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3 Credit Hours
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School Finance - EDLF 7808
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3 Credit Hours
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School Law - EDLF 7810
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3 Credit Hours
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Introduction to Supervision and Instruction - EDLF 7811
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3 Credit Hours
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Leadership for Low-Performing Schools - EDLF 7812
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3 Credit Hours
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Technology Leadership - EDLF 7813
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3 Credit Hours
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Administrative Internship - EDLF 8988
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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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