Superintendent Leadership and Licensure Certificate – CTSLLG
Department of Educational Studies
Patton Hall
100 East Union Street
Ohio University
Athens, OH 45701
shepardm@ohio.edu
Delivery Mode: Online
Terms of Entry: Fall
Terms of Entry Requiring Program Permission: None
Enrollment Eligibility: non-degree and degree-seeking students
Program Overview
The Superintendent Leadership and Licensure Certificate is a post-master’s program designed for experienced education professionals—such as principals, program directors, central office administrators, and other specialists—who aspire to become superintendents or district-level leaders. Offered in a cohort-based, online format, the program meets approximately one Saturday per month and totals 16 credit hours. Each semester, students enroll in two core courses (3 credits each) and one internship course (2 credits). Coursework and field experiences emphasize strategic district improvement planning; operations and resource management; education policy and governance; and community and stakeholder engagement.
Program Outcomes
Candidates who successfully complete the superintendent preparation program understand and demonstrate the capacity to promote the current and future success and well-being of each student and adult by applying the knowledge, skills, and commitments to lead:
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Mission, vision, and improvement
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Ethics and professional norms
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Equity, inclusiveness, and cultural responsiveness
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Learning and instruction
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Community and external leadership
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Operations and management
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Policy, governance, and advocacy
Opportunities for Graduates
The program prepares educators to fill district leadership positions such as Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, Curriculum Directors and other central office positions. Up to 16 hours from this licensure program may be applied toward graduation requirements for the Educational Leadership doctorate.
Further Information
Link to Program: https://www.ohio.edu/education/ed-studies/superintendent-license
Admission Requirements
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Online application (CTSLLG)
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Transcripts conferring a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in education or education-related field from an accredited university with an overall minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 scale (not required if degree is from Ohio University)
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Active professional administrative license (or the ability to obtain one before the program begins)
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Statement of purpose regarding career commitment, leadership potential, and professional goals
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Current résumé/CV is preferred but not required
International Students
This program does not permit full-time enrollment in residence at Ohio University, and an I-20 cannot be issued based on admission to this program.
Completion Requirements
Complete 16 credit hours as follows:
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