The Master of Education in Educational Leadership is a 33-credit program designed for educators aspiring to gain a leadership position in educational institutions. If you seek the Pennsylvania School Principal (PK-12) Certification, please consider the Master of Education with Principal Certification or Principal (PK-12) Certification  Programs. 

Program highlights:

  • blended format combines online and once a week on campus courses
  • learning from experienced PK-12 educational leaders
  • $516/credit tuition rate, aligned with the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) institutions
  • tuition deferment and payment plans
  • rolling admissions
  • Act 48 credits
Education Leadership Program Mission

In keeping with Alvernia's Christian commitment toward the harmonious development of the whole person, The Principals' Certification Program aims to develop self-directed and competent building administrators who are capable of and accountable for decision-making in all phases of their professional responsibilities.

The program is approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.


The program starts on May 13 & July 8 in 2024.


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Questions? Contact:

Kelly Burr, M.Ed.

Director, Graduate Enrollment

610.796.8296 (phone),  610.796.8367 (fax)

kelly.burr@alvernia.edu

 

Elena Lawrick, Ph.D.

Director, Educational Leadership Programs

610.796.8268

elena.lawrick@alvernia.edu

Corey Jones Wyomissing principal
Why Choose Alvernia?
"Teaching educational leadership classes at Alvernia is the best professional development I do to enhance relationship-building between students, teachers and administrators. As a school administrator, learning from other professionals in the educational field is vital for developing strong leadership skills.” — Dr. Corey Jones, Wyomissing High School Principal and Alvernia adjunct professor