Education Administration Certificate, K-12
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Discover Your Pathway to PDE Certification
Duquesne University offers two certification pathways in Education Administration for individuals who already hold a master’s degree:
- Post-Master’s Certification Track – Requires a minimum of 15 credits and results in a post-master’s degree from Duquesne University.
- Non-Degree Certification Track – Intended for those who need only 3 to 12 credits to meet Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) certification requirements. This track does not result in a Duquesne degree.
Both options are designed for students who do not need to complete a full master’s program to be recommended for PDE certification. The program plan is tailored to each student based on their prior coursework and developed in consultation with the program director.
Let’s find the path that’s right for you. Contact the Education Administration and School Supervision program to schedule a meeting with the program director and explore your next steps.
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Accelerate Your Career with a Master's Degree
In pursuing the Education Administration Certification Program, you will have the option to further advance in your studies with an M.S.Ed. Education Administration, K-12 degree by taking some additional courses, which can provide additional financial aid opportunities!
Program Information
Our Education Administration, K-12 certificate program will enhance your skills in administration, leadership, management, supervision, instruction and curriculum to support your entire school community.
Graduate Perspective
I am extremely proud to be a two-time Duquesne University School of Education graduate. The experience I had as a student not only prepared me for a successful career, but instilled deeply rooted values that have enhanced my...leadership over the past 25 years.
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Application Process
All Applicants
Master's degree with a 3.5 GPA
Graduates with a master's degree from an accredited college, university, or seminary and a teaching certificate will be considered for admission.
Admission decisions are based primarily on the applicant's previous academic record as shown by official transcripts.
International Applicants
TOEFL/IELTS
Duquesne University requires submission of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or Duolingo English Test (DET) scores for all non-native English-speaking applicants who attended a university outside of the United States..
Transcript Credit Evaluation
If your transcript(s) is from an institution located outside of the United States, you must use a transcript credential evaluation service to obtain a course-by-course report.
The official reports must be sent directly to Duquesne University from the organization you order through and will qualify as official transcripts.
You may use the following services to request official foreign credential evaluations: World Education Services (WES) or Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE).
Visit International Admissions for additional information and requirements.
Rolling Admissions
Our Education Administration, K-12 Certification program has a rolling admissions process. This means you can apply anytime throughout the year.
Required Documents
- Graduate Application
- Official transcripts from accredited college, university or seminary
- Official transcripts from all institutions of higher learning attended, sent directly from the institution. We are unable to accept transcripts sent directly from applicants.
- International applicants, please see the Transcript Credential Evaluation section in the Admission Requirements section above
- Resume that documents competence and effectiveness in professional work
- One Letter of Recommendation prior to acceptance
- Name and email address of recommender is needed
- Recommender will receive an email prompting them to upload their recommendation for the applicant
- Recommendation must be from individual who can speak about the applicant's academic/professional abilities (i.e. administrator/supervisor recommendation)
- Note: Family, friends and professional colleagues are not acceptable references
Admission Procedure
After the application for admission and transcripts have been favorably reviewed by faculty, the Graduate Office will send you an official notification of admission to graduate study.
Our Program Director
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Dr. Fran Serenka is a leading practitioner-scholar in the areas of education leadership, administration, and supervision. She directs the Educational Administration and Supervision Programs preparing principals, supervisors, and superintendents for their work in schools. She is a member of the Pennsylvania Leadership Development Center offering professional development for educational leaders in the areas of customized learning, innovation, and collaboration helping organizations implement the most effective leadership practices.
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