Preliminary Administrative Services Credential

Program Description/Overview

This credential-only program prepares practicing educators for leadership within a TK-12 educational setting leading to a preliminary Administrative Services Credential in California or an Interim Principal Certificate in Arizona. The program emphasizes the development of knowledge, skills, and dispositions characteristic of effective and innovative administrative leaders inclusive of the capacity for problem solving, conflict resolution, and working with diverse individuals, families, and communities. Practical situations in educational settings are thematically integrated with theory in all aspects of the curriculum.

The new program name- Preliminary Administrative Services Credential is approved by our accreditor, WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and our state authorizing agency the Bureau for Private Post-Secondary Education (BPPE). However, the new program name is NOT currently approved as an eligible program for federal financial aid under Title IV of the Higher Education Act. Students are urged to contact a financial aid advisor regarding options that may be available pending approval of the program for federal financial aid. The information may be used to make informed decisions about enrollment into the program. While not guaranteed, funding source options for the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential program may change upon the program’s successful certification by the US Department of Education. This program was previously listed as Administrative Services Credential.

Program Learning Outcomes/Goals

This program equips students with the skills to facilitate school-level and systemic change; create and sustain a culture of innovation and collaboration; successfully lead curriculum development; interpret and use data to support student success; provide effective feedback, support and evaluation for teachers; build a community network of support for students and schools; and ensure equitable and excellent educational opportunities and support for all students.

1. Lead change in educational organizations in a diverse and global society.
2. Understand the philosophical and social underpinnings of world educational systems, multiculturalism and futuristic educational trends and developments.
3. Evaluate the political, societal, economic, legal and cultural influence on learning organizations.
4. Demonstrate and articulate effective theories and principles of teaching and leading adult learners.
5. Model personal and professional ethics, integrity, justice and fairness. 

Credit Units

Total Credit Units: 30

Total Core Credit Units: 30

Total Elective Credit Units: N/A

Total Concentration Credit Units: N/A

Curriculum Plan