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Master of Arts in Education; School District Leadership Option 2

Preliminary Administrative Services Credential

In order to become an administrator in California K-12 public schools, candidates need to gain the competencies and meet the standards required by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC). The following courses are approved by the CCTC to attain a Preliminary Administrative Services Credential. 

Program Types

Credential, Certificate

Mode of Study

Online

School / College

School of Education

The Administrative Services Credential authorizes the holder to provide the following services in grades 12 and below, including preschool, and in classes organized primarily for adults:

  • Develop, coordinate, and assess instructional programs.
  • Evaluate certificated and classified personnel.
  • Provide students’ discipline, including but not limited to, suspension and expulsion.
  • Provide certificated and classified employees discipline, including but not limited to, suspension, dismissal, and reinstatement.
  • Supervise certificated and classified personnel.
  • Manage school site, district, or county level fiscal services.
  • Recruit, employ, and assign certificated and classified personnel.
  • Develop, coordinate, and supervise student support services, including but not limited to extracurricular activities, pupil personnel services, health services, library services, and technology support services.

Choose your path

The coursework and field experience segments of the program are delivered in a prescribed sequence. Pathways are recommended for timely program completion. 

Credential Only 2 Semesters 15 Units
Ed.D with Credential 3-4 Years 60 Units

To learn more about this credential, view the current university catalog.

Fieldwork

Fieldwork plays a vital role in helping students gain hands-on experience, build professional networks, and develop a strong professional identity. The School of Education maintains a robust connection with the community and is always seeking to expand partnerships.

If you're interested in collaborating with the School of Education as a community partner or seeking opportunities to complete fieldwork in a specific school, district, or community, we encourage you to reach out. Please contact the Office of Licensures and Credentialing for more information.

Program information

The coursework of the programs is delivered in a prescribed sequence. Pathways are recommended for timely program completion.

Graduate application deadlines
Fall Term
Priority 1 Deadline: January 15 — Priority 2 Deadline: June 1
Note
Most graduate program applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications submitted after the Priority 2 deadline will be reviewed based upon program capacity.
How to apply

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