Certificate of Advanced Studies in Educational Leadership
Salem University

Program Details

This online education administration degree helps experienced, licensed, professional educators advance their careers into leadership roles. Prepare for a career as a principal, district supervisor, or superintendent at all levels from PreK-12 and Adult. There are two paths to licensure:

  • Principal Track is an 18-hour program that leads to licensure as a PreK-Adult Principal.
  • Full Certification Track is a 24-hour program that leads to licensure as PreK-Adult Principal, General Supervisor, and Superintendent.  

Focus is placed on the unique relationship that exists between the student, their employing school district and the University.  

Regardless of the path you choose, you will benefit from the same rigorous curriculum as the traditional on-campus programs, except they can be completed on your own time and wherever it is convenient.

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100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Salem University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Occupational License

Additional Info

  • Candidates must have completed three years of full-time teaching or management-level experience
  • Candidates must hold an education-related master’s degree