Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Independent and Charter School Leadership

Kennesaw State University
Degree Level Certificate
Total Credit Hours 12
Per Credit Hour Cost Get information on the per credit hour cost. $383.00

Program Description

This program will prepare students for the numerous roles and responsibilities of school administration at independent and charter schools. The Independent and Charter School Certificate provides an opportunity for students to engage in field-based experiential learning activities related to independent and charter school leadership. Courses focus on financial management, strategic planning, institutional advancement, governance, operations, and infrastructures. The program concludes with a capstone project based on real-world, job-embedded field-based needs of independent and charter schools. This is a 12-hour certificate program and can be completed in as few as 2 semesters.

Admissions Information

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Employment role in an organization providing educational services
  • 2.75 GPA in bachelor's degree coursework or most recent graduate degree
  • Professionally qualified supervisor to serve as a mentor during the program
  • GRE or MAT required
  • Transcripts from each college attended
  • 2 Years of Teaching Experience
  • Professional Resume
  • Reference and Mentor Forms (online)
  • GACE Ethics Entry Exam (must pass)

Program Accreditation

Georgia Professional Standards Commission