This certification program in Educational Administration is designed for students who have a master’s degree in a subject area or field of education other than Educational Administration/Leadership.

Admission Requirements
Candidates seeking admission to the certificate in Educational Administration must file an application form with the University’s Office of Admissions. The program faculty reviews each application and makes its recommendation on admission to the Office of Admissions. The Office of Admissions notifies applicants of the decision on their applications.

1. A completed application form.
2. A master’s degree from an accredited institution
3. A grade point average of at least 3.0 in master’s degree work.
4. At least two years of successful full-time teaching experience and a regular Florida Teaching Certificate.
5. Two letters of recommendation
6. A two-page personal goal statement.
7. Submit transcripts of all colleges and universities attended.
8. Take a writing examination to determine proficiency in written language. Based upon performance, the applicant may be admitted fully, admitted probationally pending completion of a writing seminar, or denied admission.

Required Courses (8 courses)
EDA 600 Microcomputer Application for Administrators*
EDA 601 Leadership in Education*
EDA 602 Communication in Educational Leadership*
EDA 603 School Law*
EDA 604 School Finance*
EDA 606 Curriculum and Instruction*
EDA 608 School Personnel Management*
EDA 610 The Principalship*

* These courses constitute a “modified Florida program in educational leadership” and address the competencies assessed in the Florida Educational Leadership Examination.

Graduation Requirements
Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 to remain in academic good standing. Students must complete all required courses with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 to graduate.