To Become Principal, Assistant Principal, Director, District-Level Leader
This program prepares certified teachers and school personnel to become School Building Leaders (SBL Certification) and/or a School District Leaders (SDL Certification) in New York State. Our program combines hands-on problem solving and authentic learning experiences with sitting school/district leaders to develop real-world skills in today’s pressing educational issues.
For those who want to become leaders in post-secondary settings
The Higher Education Leadership graduate program provides a pathway for professional employment, advancement and leadership in a wide variety of careers in post-secondary educational settings, college transition programs and/or community agencies, government agencies, and consulting firms concerned with higher education.
For Currently Practicing School Building Leaders Desiring School District Leader Certification
Designed for sitting School Building Leaders with NYS School Building Leader certification (SAS/SBL), this program prepares associates for certification as a NYS School District Leader (SDL). Our instructors are school superintendents who will prepare you for the depth of work required at the district level.
For Sitting School and District Leaders
The Superintendent Development Program (SDP) is designed for sitting School and/or District Leaders (SBL and/or SDL) who desire an intensive look into the work of superintendency. Associates in the program will have the opportunity to develop real-life skills in strategic planning, contract negotiations, budget preparation, strategic communication and more. *This program can lead to SDL certification if needed.
"Tomorrow's leaders must connect with all stakeholders, who embrace change as opposed to avoiding it, and who do not fear letting others lead with them to transform schools that effectively prepare students for the world ahead of them."