Graduate Certificate in Education Leadership
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Graduate Certificate in Education Leadership at a Glance
The Tulane School of Professional Advancement offers a Graduate Certificate in Education Leadership that prepares current and aspiring educators to have a positive impact on society. As a center of educational innovation, New Orleans forms the basis for a unique learning experience that will help you develop the leadership skills needed to function effectively.
TIME
Earn your graduate certificate in just four courses or 12 credit hours.
FACULTY
Nationally recognized faculty who practice what they teach and help you succeed beyond the classroom.
LOCATION
Flexible online courses that match your schedule. Accelerate your career without putting your life on pause.
BENEFITS
Course credit for experience and 20% tuition discounts available.
ADMISSIONS
Rolling admissions. No test scores. No recommendations. Four start dates. We make the admission process easy.
Education Leadership Certificate Requirements
To apply for the Education Leadership Certificate, students should select the graduate application and choose the certificate. Students must have earned a Bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited college or university with at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. No GRE is required. Students must submit a 250-500 word personal essay, two letters of recommendation, and their transcripts.
To apply for the MEd degree, students should select the graduate application and choose the MEd-Education Leadership. Students must have earned a Bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited college or university with at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. No GRE is required. Students must submit a 250-500 word personal essay, their CV, and their transcripts.
To apply for the MPA degree, students should select the graduate application and choose the Education Leadership concentration. Students must have earned a Bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited college or university with at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Those with grade point averages below 3.0 may be considered for provisional admission, provided they demonstrate significant professional experience in a relevant field. Applicants must submit two statements discussing their interest, relevant experience, and perspectives on the field, as well as a resume, and transcripts.
We offer a 20% discount to full-time teachers and paraprofessionals, including classroom assistants and assistant teachers. Click here for information about SoPA tuition and fees or visit out teacher discount page here.
Work Toward a Master of Education or a Master of Public Administration
We offer our graduate certificate entirely online, and you can apply the credits you've earned toward a Master of Education or a Master of Public Administration, which will propel you forward in your career in education or civic leadership. After completing your graduate certificate, you will only need to take six additional courses to earn your MEd or eight additional courses and a required residency to earn an MPA.
Our Faculty Practice What They Teach
Our instructors bring extensive backgrounds in education, teaching, and leadership. With small class sizes and collaborative learning opportunities, students are able to build close relationships with both professors and peers, helping to support our candidates’ success in the classroom and beyond.
SoPA Faculty Feature
“The teaching and learning environment we create can be one of the most valuable and memorable experiences we model for our students.”
Hazel Woods, Ph. D.
Associate Director,
Professor of Practice
Education Program
SoPA Student Spotlight
“I am so grateful for all that the education program at Tulane SoPA has taught me.”
Sarah Gauthier
Tulane SoPA class of 2022
Explore a Range of Career Opportunities
Our certificate program includes courses in education administration, public finance analysis, educational policy development, and more. Regardless of where your career path leads, you'll be able to pursue your passion.
Enjoy the Flexibility of Remote Learning
By offering this program online, our goal is to support working adults in their academic pursuits. Canvas, our online learning management system, allows students to keep track of their assignments and access their syllabi and schedules digitally.
Admissions Deadlines
SPRING
SEMESTER
JAN 1
SUMMER
SESSION 1
MAY 1
SUMMER
SESSION 2
JUN 1
FALL
SEMESTER
AUG 1
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