Administrative Licenses (Principal, Superintendent, Director of Special Education)
Inspire, challenge, and transform educational organizations at a crucial time in our history. Given our country’s changing demographics, the emphasis on results-based education, and the need to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders, people with vision and skills are in high demand. Hamline's Administrative License programs will prepare you to effectively lead our 21st century schools and districts as a principal, superintendent, or special education director.
Hamline's Administrative licensure Programs At A Glance
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Hamline's St. Paul campus and Online
Weekly evening courses and daytime field experiences are offered weekly
on campus in a blended online and on-campus format during fall, spring,
and summer.
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Time to Complete: |
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Most students meet the requirements within two years. Flexible scheduling allows you to continue
current employment as you transition toward leading tomorrow's schools
and districts.
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| Licenses Offered: |
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Principal, Superintendent, Director of Special Education
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| Program Begins: |
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February, June, and September
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| Curriculum: |
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Varies according to license
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Program Cost: |
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$402 per credit |
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Hamline's administrative licensure program offers quality instruction that blends theory and practice. A competency-based program integrates Minnesota Department of Education competencies with meaningful, relevant leadership content and skills.
The program also incorporates the School of Education’s conceptual framework for learning in community, knowledge construction, reflective practice, and a commitment to equity and social justice. Hands-on experiences foster growth and confidence in assuming the complex duties required of educational leaders in schools and districts.
Hamline offers a pathway to administrative licensure for K-12 Principals, District Superintendents and Special Education Directors. Program requirements for these licenses meet MN Rule 3512. Hamline's administrative licensure programs are licensure only, and may be applied toward a doctorate in education (Ed.D).
Online Learning at Hamline
Online learning at Hamline includes both fully online and blended (online combined with face-to-face) class opportunities. Discover more about Online Learning at Hamline.