Description | Course Requirements
Combining with a Degree | Admission Requirements

Description

This credential program is designed for astute students who hold administrative positions in California K-12 schools. Rigorous requirements include a sound educational base and a substantial concentration in the student's chosen area of interest. The curriculum offers opportunities for educational leaders to develop advanced knowledge, skills and research capabilities. This program requires a minimum of 36 quarter units of post-baccalaureate coursework and may include an equivalent of 12 quarter units of approved non-academic activities. This program is approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Course Requirements

The 36 required units may be obtained from the following, as determined in consultation with the candidates Induction Team:

Induction and Assessment

Courses

Optional Elements

Choose one of the following:
Non-academic activities (120 clock hours)
Coursework electives (12 units)
Combination of the above

Academic units must be completed with a GPA of 3.5

Other Requirements

Candidates also need to make application to the Department of Administration and Leadership and provide documentation of the following:

Possession of a valid Preliminary of Clear Administrative Services Credential

Current employment in an Administrative position in a California K-12 school

Commission on Teacher Credentialing

La Sierra University's administrative credential programs are approved by the California Commission of Teacher Credentialing.

Combining your Credential program with a Degree program in Administration and Leadership

Individuals pursuing administrative credentials may incorporate credential requirements as a part of a degree program. All of the courses for the Administrative Services Credential program will also apply to degree programs at La Sierra.

Admission

Candidates concurrently pursuing a Professional Administrative Services Credential or a post-MA degree will need to meet the following additional requirements:

Graduate academic record with a GPA of 3.3 or higher

Satisfactory score on the GRE general aptitude examination

Demonstration of written communication proficiency

Demonstration of satisfactory English language proficiency (for non-English language applicants)

Satisfactory interview with department advisor