District-Level Leadership- Certification Program
The IU School of Education at IU Indianapolis offers a 24-credit hour state-approved licensure program for students interested a district leadership position.
- District-level Administrator license: Students with a post-Masters degree from an accredited institution may earn an Indiana District-level Administrators (DLA) license. This program may be completed in as little 24 months, which includes a year-long practicum
Indiana University plays a leading role in the training and licensure of principals and superintendents across the state. The 24-credit hour IU collaborative Graduate Certificate for District Level Administrators in Urban Settings (GCDLAUS) provides current and future school leaders with the knowledge base, technical expertise, and interpersonal skills they need to support and improve education in their schools and districts. According to the Bureau of Labor statistics, leadership jobs associated with the degree have high median incomes and projected job growth.
On-line delivery and audience: Designed for working professionals who appreciate the flexibility of on-line delivery, the certificate program appeals to educators interested in positions such as superintendent, directors of personnel, district-level curriculum directors, etc. Given its fully online delivery, the program is accessible to a national, and even international audience. Non-Indiana applicants should inquire with their state or national licensing agencies regarding license reciprocity.
National accreditation and state licensure: This student-centered online degree program meets the specific needs and interests of practicing teachers or educators who hold a post-master’s degrees in the field. This certificate program conforms to National Educational Leadership Preparation (NELP) requirements and the specific coursework and field-based practicum required by the Indiana Department of Education for District-Level Administrator licensure.
Connection to the Ed.S. program and financial aid eligibility: The Graduate Certificate complements the IU Collaborative Ed.S. in Educational Leadership. The certificate provides an additional path to licensure for individuals who already hold the post-master’s degree and meet other state requirements related to licensure, testing, etc. The 24-credit hour course of study focuses on those areas of study that tie in specifically to DLA licensure including a field-based practicum with associated assessments. Students enrolled in the program may apply for federal financial aid.
For more information contact Dr. Brendan Maxcy at bmaxcy@iu.edu
