Tier 1 Certification Only Program in Educational Leadership 

The Tier 1 Certification non-degree program offers candidates the opportunity to become certified at Tier 1 in educational leadership (level 5). Candidates must hold a Tier 1 GaPSC certification and a master's degree or higher in a field recognized by the GaPSC as a related field.

Go to the Graduate School website and click on Our Programs, and then click on Certification in Educational Leadership for information on:

  • Specific Tier 1 Certification in Educational Leadership Admission Requirements

  • Tier 1 Certification in Educational Leadership Program Completion Requirements

To Apply Online, click here. 

Requirements for Tier 1 Certification in Educational Leadership

Area A -- Leadership12
LEAD 7420
Ethical and Legal Issues for Leadership
LEAD 8030
School Culture, Change and Organizational Dynamics
LEAD 8240
Managing Resources for School Improvement
LEAD 7310
Leadership for Community and Public Relations
Area B -- Curriculum and Instruction12
RSCH 8000
Advanced Research Methodology
LEAD 7120
Instructional Leadership and Supervisory Practices for Improved Teaching and Learning
LEAD 7130
Technology Leadership for School Improvement
CIED 7060
Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Integration
Area C -- Field-based Activities6
LEAD 7920
Leadership Field Experiences I
LEAD 7930
Leadership Field Experiences II
The above field-based activities will be conducted at the work site of the candidate and supervised by a Candidate Support Team consisting of a site mentor, a university advisor/coach, and the candidates, at which the residency is completed.
Total hours required for the Certification30
  • 1

  •  or equivalent. The faculty advisor will collaborate with candidates to identify appropriate courses based on the candidates' other graduate-level coursework and professional knowedge and skills.

Additional Requirements

Please note that all students who hold or are seeking this degree and/or GaPSC educator certification must successfully complete EDUC 5999. Prior to being recommended for a clear/renewable Georgia leadership certificate, a candidate must meet the GaPSC Special Requirements (PSC Rule 505-2-20)--Identification and Education of Children with Special Needs and pass the GACE Educational Performance-based Leadership Assessment.