What You’ll Learn
Throughout the program, you’ll work closely with a mentor. You will learn the foundations of educational leadership, effective supervision and management skills as well as the legal basics of education.
We prepare instructional leaders in school buildings and district offices.
Curriculum
An earned master’s degree is required for entrance into this program that prepares individuals to be instructional leaders in school buildings and district offices.
Candidates who complete the program’s educational requirements and successfully pass the School District Leader (SDL) leadership assessment administered by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) are awarded the CAS in Educational Administration.
This CAS provides eligibility to successful candidates for the School Building Leader (SBL) and School District Leader (SDL) administrative certifications issued by the NYSED.
Curriculum & Learning OutcomesCareer Outlook
Our graduates are in high demand; many serve in school leadership positions throughout western New York and the Southern Tier. Our program prepares effective leaders who are reflective, critical thinkers and innovative pioneers who are prepared to support teachers, students, families and systems. Principals, assistant principals, department chairs, and grade-level coordinator positions require the School Building Leader (SBL) certification. Superintendents, assistant superintendents, and numerous other central office administrative positions require the School District Leader (SDL) Certification. Our graduates are eligible to obtain both certifications through our course of study.
Program Eligibility
- Earned master’s degree in Education from an accredited institution
- At least one year of teaching experience or pupil personnel service
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Application Process
All applicants must complete the multi-step process managed by the Center for Graduate Studies.
- Determine your applicant type
- Submit application
- Request all official transcripts
- Review and submit required application materials through the Application Status Portal
- International applicants must also submit international materials
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Deadlines
Fall Semester: August 1
Spring Semester: December 1Complete applications received after the published deadline are welcome and will be reviewed on a space-available basis.
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Field Experience
These are the three Field Experiences required in the program:
- Practicum in Educational Leadership
- Administrative Internship
- Central Office Administration
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Financing Your Education
Learn more about scholarships, fellowships, and graduate assistantships.
What’s Next?
Start Your Application
Complete our multi-part application with the Center for Graduate Studies.
Apply Now“My experience at Brockport really strengthened me, and helped me grow professionally and personally.” Ruth Turner ’15, CAS in Educational Administration