Gwynedd Mercy University
AY2022-2023 Graduate Academic Catalog
• Completion of an Approved Program of Educational Study with a focus on the Leadership Standards
• 3.0 program Grade Point Average
• A passing score on the State Certification Exam
• Possess a Level I or II , Certification
• Passing Score on the Curriculum & Instruction Supervisor Certification Exam
• 360 hours of Practicum Experience in a School Setting
• NOTE : This program was designed to meet the licensure / certification requirements of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania . Students who reside in a different state should carefully review your home state ’ s licensure / certification requirements prior to enrolling in this program . 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 making application to requires less hours . It is the student ’ s responsibility to ensure they have secured the appropriate number of Practicum hours and maintain recordkeeping 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 : Dual K-12 Principal and Supervisor of Curriculum & Instruction Certifications
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
• Official transcripts from every college or university attended
• Completed application form
• 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 Certification
• 5 years academic instructional teaching experience
Post Masters Dual Certification ONLY Program : Students seeking K-12 principal certification and 80