Graduate Certificate in Try on Leadership

University of Maine

The online Graduate Certificate in Try on Leadership is specifically designed for educators who want to take the next step in their profession and see if leadership is a good fit for them. Students will be mentored while developing their leadership skills through real-world applications in order to:Understand the current issues and challenges of the principalshipApply best practices in leadership around organizational analysisPromote best instructional leadership practicesInterpret and analyze school and special education law and regulationsDevelop strong interpersonal skills needed to lead as an administratorCurriculumStudents learn about high-quality instructional practices, organizational analysis, time management, and school and special education law, enabling them to better serve their school district. Throughout their coursework, students will work closely with their instructor and school district to better understand what it’s like to serve as an administrator.CareersAfter successful completion of the graduate certificate, students are eligible to apply for a conditional Assistant Building Administrator (045) certification with the Maine Department of Education (DOE).

College of Education and Human Development