Gwynedd Mercy University 2025-2026 University Catalog 159
Supervisor Certification Requirements for the Pennsylvania Commonwealth.
The Pennsylvania Department of Education requires:
• A minimum of 5 years of academic instructional experience
• Completion of an Approved Program of Educational Study with a focus on the Leadership Standards
• A 3.0 program Grade Point Average
• A passing score on the State Certification Exam
• Possess an Intern, Level I or II, or Emergency Certification
• Passing Score on the Curriculum & Instruction Supervisor Certification Exam
• 360 hours of Practicum Experience in a School Setting
NOTE: Out-of-state students must consult the requirements for the state they are making application to. Out-of-state students must complete 360 hours of Practicum experience even if the state to which one is making an application requires fewer hours. It is the student’ s responsibility to ensure they have secured the appropriate number of Practicum hours and maintain record keeping of those hours for the state they are making application to.
Program Learning Outcomes: PLO1 Think and plan strategically to create an organizational vision focused on student success and communicate the vision to all relevant stakeholders. PLO2 Create an organizational culture of teaching and learning in which students learning is paramount. PLO3 Manage resources effectively to bring about desired results. PLO4 Collaborate, communicate, and empower others inside and outside the organization to pursue excellence in learning. PLO5 Operate fairly and equitably, exhibiting personal and professional integrity.
For Major Requirements, see Program Handbook and Curriculum Sheets Academic Criteria for Admission, Progression and Retention
Program Admissions Requirements and Procedures Application Requirements for the Master ' s in Educational Administration: Supervisor of Curriculum & Instruction Certification
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
• Official transcripts from every college or university attended
• Completed application form
• A completed Disposition Questionnaire o A professional reference from a superior / supervisor submitted via their email address
• Professional resume
• Two completed supervisory reference forms
• A minimum score of 550( written), 213( computer), or 79( internet) on the TOEFL examination( non-US applications only).
• A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher. Candidates with a GPA lower than 3.0 are encouraged to apply and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis
• Personal interviews may be required as needed.
• Possess a Level I or Level II Certificate