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Educational Leadership Certification, Tier I

The University of North Georgia offers a certificate in Tier I Educational Leadership Certification Program-School Leadership and Administration. The program is designed for educators who have a master's degree and are preparing for entry-level leadership positions in public schools, particularly assistant principal positions.

Applicants certified in Georgia should verify with their employer or the GaPSC whether the advanced degree leads to a certificate upgrade or pay increase. The GaPSC provides the  to assist with this process. Out-of-state applicants should also verify with their employer or certification agency to verify certificate upgrades.

Educational Leadership Certification, Tier 1 Program Quick Facts

  • Qualifies candidates for Tier I certification
  • Cohort model engaging small groups for an enhanced learning experience
  • Online program
  • Asynchronous classes with synchronous meetings
  • Federal financial aid not available
  • Master's degree and 3 years teaching experience required
  • This is an add-on certification to a T5 certification
  • Completion of this program and all its requirements qualifies candidates for Georgia Tier I certification in Educational Leadership
  • Program consists of 18 credit hours spanning over three semesters with a summer semester start (May of each year)
  • Candidates with a Level 6 or Level 7 Certificate can request a transcript review for possible course substitutions not to exceed six semester hours

Program Application Deadlines

If program capacity is met prior to established admission deadlines, we will stop accepting applications and cancel remaining incomplete applicants. It is better to complete your application early.

Summer Deadline

April 15

How to Apply to Get the Tier 1 Educational Leadership Certification

Questions?

For questions about the program, contact:
College of Education
Dr. Beth Hebert
Office: 706-864-1893

For questions about the application process, contact:
Graduate Admissions
grads@ung.edu 
706-864-1543

Professional Licensure and Certification

The University of North Georgia offers degree programs that meet the educational requirements for students to apply for professional licensure and certifications in Georgia. However, the programs may not meet education requirements for licensure or certification in other states.

For additional information, please review the Professional Licensure and Certification Disclosure.