The Educational Leadership Certificate program is designed to prepare candidates to assume leadership positions in both schools and district offices. The organizing theme for the program is the school / district administrator’s central role as the interpreter, facilitator, and initiator of change leading to effective schools and increased student achievement for all children.

The educational leader must understand and interpret changes within this context to improve the safety and operation of schools.

 

In the role of facilitator, the administrator must be able to effectively implement programs mandated by the school board and support positive changes suggested by the students, staff, or parents.

 

Finally as the initiator of change, the administrator must lead the process of continuous school improvement.