Professional Certification for Principals and Program Administrators


Is the Professional Certification for Principals and Program Administrators program for me?

If you're a school administrator who received your residency administrator certificate in Washington state after September 2004 and you want to earn your advanced professional certification, this is the program for you. It's convenient, flexible and you can finish in four quarters.

At City University of Seattle, you can earn your professional certification online or in class. If you choose the online certification program, you still have access to all the great resources CityU has to offer. Log in from any internet connection to get assignments, discuss topics with your instructor, work on projects with a team - everything you normally do in class - without having to commute.

What will I learn in the Professional Certification for Principals and Program Administrators program?

Most importantly, you'll be in a position to improve education in our schools. But you'll do a lot for yourself, too. You'll become a more effective leader and move your career forward. Along the way, you'll assess your development and make a plan to stay on the right track.

When you successfully complete the program, you'll meet the standards set by the Interstate School Leadership Licensure Consortium (ISLCC*) and be recommended for certification to the Washington State Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction.

*Approved by 45 states in the U.S.

Why CityU?

  • Because you want an education that's relevant to what's happening in the real world, right now.
  • Our faculty teach what they do for a living, not just what's in the book.
  • We keep class sizes small, so you can get the personal attention you deserve.
  • You can get an education without sacrificing your lifestyle.
  • Over 500 educators choose CityU each year to start or advance their careers in education.
  • CityU is the top university for Principal Certifications in WA State (2003-2009).

How to get started:

  1. Chat with an admissions advisor or call 888.42.CityU
  2. Apply online
  3. Complete the Professional Certification admissions packet (for principals and program administrators)
  4. Order your official transcripts from other schools you attended
  5. Submit application packet

Admission Requirements

Please download an application checklist (includes forms). Other requirements may apply, please contact an advisor or program coordinator for complete details.
  • Completed CityU application
  • Current WA State Residency Certificate for Principal or Program Administrator (submit a copy of both sides)
  • Two years as principal, assistant principal, or program administrator
  • A letter of application
  • One letter of recommendation from current supervisor and district administrator
  • Minimum of 3.0 GPA in master degree program and residency certificate programs
Note: Other requirements may apply, please contact an advisor or program coordinator to discuss your specific needs.

City University of Seattle has held regional institutional accreditation from the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) since 1978. This program is approved by the Professional Education Standards Board (PESB.) City University of Seattle is a not-for-profit and an equal opportunity institution.
Total Required Credits: 6
Executive Leadership: Graduate Certificate:
EDLD 670
Entry and pre-Assessment Seminar
2
EDLD 671
Practicum I
1
EDLD 672
Practicum II
1
EDLD 673
Practicum III
1
EDLD 674
Culminating Seminar and Pro-Certification Portfolio
1