The Non-Degree Tier I Certification Only in Educational Leadership addresses the Georgia Educational Leadership Standards using personalized and authentic learning experiences in the school setting. The primary candidate is a certified educator with a graduate degree in Education who wishes to add Tier I certification to their graduate degree. The program may be successfully completed in one academic year of three consecutive semesters, each having 6 graduate credit hours, beginning in the fall of each year. All course work is available online to support the school-based learning experiences. School partner mentors and university professors support and facilitate the candidate’s work. A residency requirement of 250 clock hours integrated in the coursework helps the candidate address experiences across all standards. Successful completion of the three courses and residency requirements enables the candidate to be recommended for Tier I certification with the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.
