School District Leader, Advanced Certificate (Adv. Crt.)
The School District Leader Program (SDL) is an advanced certificate program targeting district or central office leader positions. Candidates are prepared for New York State certification as a School District Leader (SDL). All candidates must pass the New York State examination for School District Leader to be certified. The Program prepares candidates for a number of roles including but not limited to:
- Superintendent
- Deputy Superintendent
- Assistant Superintendent
- Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
- Director of Instruction
- Director of Personnel
- District Educational Planning
- District Finance and Business Management
Matriculation Requirements
Candidates seeking matriculation must (1) possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; (2) possess a master’s degree with a minimum 3.0 grade point average; (3) hold state certification as a teacher, guidance counselor, school psychologist, school social worker, or other appropriate certification; (4) have three years teaching or relevant educational work experience, including demonstrated success in fulfilling leadership roles in school or district; (5) submit three letters of recommendation and official transcripts; and (6) satisfactorily complete an interview and an on-site essay. In addition, candidates will be evaluated on the basis of superior references and evidence of strong potential for professional work in administration.
Required Courses
Core A: Human, Foundational, and Structural Elements of Education
Core C: District Level Application
| EDLS 8103G | Management and Organizational Leadership at the District Level | 3 |
| EDLS 8604I | Social Responsibility, Politics, and Education | 3 |
| EDLS 5607G | Leadership at the District Level: Roles and Responsibilities | 3 |
| EDLS 7904G | Internship and Seminar | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 30