School Administrator Certificate Program - SACP

The SACP program is designed for current and aspiring administrators who already have their Master’s degree in education and desire to build a theoretical understanding of effective leadership and develop practical skills in school administration. 

Upon Completion of the SACP program, the candidate can apply for Building Level Administrator Certification from the State of Michigan.  There is no state license test required.

Requirements:

Individuals interested in this program must hold a Bachelor’s degree (with a GPA of 3.0 for full acceptance) from an accredited university, and meet our program entrance requirements.  

Program Highlights:

  • Online
  • Graduate entrance exams such as the GRE are not required.
  • If you have completed graduate level classes in the last seven years and wish to have them evaluated for possible transfer, please contact your admissions counselor for more information on transferring graduate credits.
  • Accelerated 8-week courses.
  • You can begin at any time, rolling admission. 
  • The internship (completed in your own school) is one of the most important learning experiences you’ll have as you become a proficient educational leader. You will learn from superintendents, principals and other administrators who are successful leaders in their field. This is an intensive 6-month semester experience. Through this hands-on internship, you will gain skills you’ll need to create and sustain a positive learning environment. 
 

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Curriculum 

EDU 520Educational Leadership: Theory and Practice3
EDU 530Organizational Theory in Educational Settings3
EDU 580Curriculum Development and Instructional Supervision3
EDU 610Legal, Ethical & Policy Issues for School Leaders3
EDU 630The Principal: Current Issues & Trends3
EDU 640Personnel Management and Professional Development3
EDU 650Funding and Financing Schools3
EDU 798Internship for Educational Leadership2
Total Hours23