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Counseling and Educational Leadership

Educational Administration Certification

Principal Certification Program:

Coordinator: Dr. Eunice Grippaldi
Office: University Hall, Room 3194
Phone Number: (973) 655-7718
Email: grippaldie@mail.montclair.edu

Program Description:
This program of study fulfills the educational requirements for students who wish to obtain a Principal Certificate of Eligibility, which is a credential issued to persons who have completed degree, academic study and, applicable test requirements for certification as a Principal.

Program Requirements:
The course requirements listed below apply to those students admitted on or after Fall 2008. Anyone admitted prior to this term should refer to their Analysis of Academic Progress on WESS or see your academic advisor for your official program of study.

Leadership Core Courses
Number Name Hours
ELAD 510 Effective Leadership in a Diverse Society 3
ELAD 543 Administrative Aspects of Management and Supervision 3
ELAD 690 School and Community Relations 3
 
Leadership in Curriculum and Supervision Courses
ELAD 540 Differentiated Supervision 3
ELAD 635 Research Seminar: Curriculum Development 3
ELAD 680 Leadership Curriculum Change 3
 
Leadership Program Courses
ELAD 521 Education Law 3
COUN 559 Dynamics of Group Process 3
ELAD 622 School Finance 3
 
Field Experience
ELAD 615 Internship 3

Requirements:
Students interested in applying must have a Masters degree or higher from an accredited college or university and have completed a minimum of 4 years teaching or educational services.

Admission Information:
All candidates must meet application and admission requirements as defined by The Graduate School.