Principal, Certificate

Chairperson: Jody Jessup-Anger, Ph.D.
Educational Policy and Leadership Certificates website

Degree Offered

Certificate

Program Overview

A certification program is available for the Wisconsin Principal license. Licensed teachers who wish to acquire a principal license in conjunction with the master of education in educational leadership may also do so. 

The College of Education offers a variety of certification programs which prepare students to obtain state certification and licensure. Certification program requirements are in alignment with requirements for educational licensure through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. Certificates are granted by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. The university’s decisions on recommendations for certification are made by its licensing officer after appropriate consultations and requirement reviews.

The courses listed are in the plan unless these courses, or their acceptable equivalent, are documented on a master’s transcript. A minimum of 12 credits is required for the post-master’s certificate. The typical credit requirement range is 21-30 credits.