Modified Program in Educational Leadership

The Modified Program in Educational Leadership is a non-degree seeking program for those who hold a master’s degree and are seeking certification in Educational Leadership. Interested individuals meet with the program director to design a program that addresses the Florida Principal Standards and the Florida Educational Leadership Exam (FELE) Competencies. Students must take and pass the FELE to exit the program.

Admissions Requirements

  • Earned undergraduate degree or a master's degree from a college or university with institutional accreditation and a minimum grade point average of  2.5 on a 4.0 scale
  • Earned graduate degree from a college or university accredited by the appropriate regional association
  • Completion of application 
  • Application fee
  • Official Transcripts from all previous universities or colleges attended
  • One recommendation form completed by applicant’s current principal
  • Copy of a professional teaching certificate
  • At least two years of professional teaching experience

Program Requirements 

EDUC 540Educational Finance3
EDUC 542Legal Aspects of School Operations3
EDUC 543Instructional Leadership and Supervision3
EDUC 544Educational Management and Systems Planning3
EDUC 546Human Resource Development3
EDUC 567Communications and Research Analysis for Educational Leaders3
EDUC 591Internship in Educational Leadership1
Total Credits19