Gwynedd Mercy University AY2024-2025 Graduate Academic Catalog
Time to Completion of Certification : The certification must be completed within seven years from enrollment in the program . A student may request an extension of this time period , not to exceed one year , in the case of extenuating circumstances .
Course of Study and Curriculum Sequence : See Program Handbook for course of study and suggested curriculum sequence .
Master of Science in Educational Administration : Supervisor of Curriculum & Instruction Certification
Program Name : Master of Science in Educational Administration : Supervisor of Curriculum & Instruction Certification Program Accreditation : Gwynedd Mercy University is nationally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education . The Program is recognized and approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education Degree : Master of Science ; Certification Only Program Type : Non-Term Program Program Modality : Online Program Director / Coordinator : Dr . Carol Etlen , Associate Professor and Program Director
Program Standards : The Master of Science in Educational Administration also meets the following Standard requirements : PSEL , NELP , and PIL Standards
• Professional Standards for Educational Leaders ( PSEL )
• National Educational Leadership Preparation ( NELP ) Standards
• Pennsylvania Inspired Leadership ( PIL ) standards
Description : The Master of Science in Educational Administration is an accelerated , non-term , cohort- based program . This online program is designed for working professionals in the field of education . The Program prepares students to assume leadership roles as : Supervisor of Curriculum & Instruction / Instructional Coordinator / Educational Supervisor / Curriculum Director ( but not limited to these titles ).
Preparation for Professional Licensure / Certification : Program meets Curriculum & Instruction
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
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