Professional Administrative Services Credential

Admission Requirements

The Graduate Division application, along with two official copies of transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
Writing prompt and a current résumé (refer to website for content for letter)
Original Preliminary Administrative Services credential (Tier I) submitted to the School of Education for verification
Verification of CBEST passage
Verification of employment in an administrative position in a public school or private school of equivalent status. An appropriate form “Verification of Employment as an Administrator” is available in the School of Education.
Two completed reference forms from the employing school system (an appropriate reference form is available in the School of Education)
Completed Technology Requirements form
Secure a mentor administrator in the field and gain approval from the Academic Program Director
Interview with the Academic Program Director
Verification of computing skills form (self-verification)

Admission Process: When a candidate file is complete, all admission materials will be reviewed by the Institute of School Leadership and Administration (ISLA) panel for either recommendation for admission or referral to the Exceptions Committee for admission consideration/recommendation.

Learning Outcomes

Current Educational Leaders serving as Administrators in California will complete a cycle of inquiry reflecting on their knowledge, skills, and dispositions, and creating a professional development plan for future growth.

The Professional Administrative Services Credential (Tier II) program is designed for students who hold the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential and have secured a position in administration.

The credential option program consists of one course for a total of three semester hours. The course will be primarily taught on-line with three Saturday class meetings required.

All candidates for the Professional Administrative Services Credential must verify completion of a minimum of two years of successful administrative experience in a full-time position in a public or private school of equivalent status while holding the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential prior to obtaining University recommendation for the Professional Administrative Services Credential.

Professional Administrative Services Credential Option

Candidates will be required to complete the course listed below.

Candidates are required to secure a mentor in the local school district.

EDLA 6415 Professional Administrative Induction and Assessment Seminar 3 semester hours