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Educational Leadership & Director of Instruction

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(Principal 5051 License) program  

MSED + Educational Leadership Certificate

Who is this for? 
Teachers who hold a bachelor’s degree in an education-related field. 

  • 38 credits
  • All in one: Master of Science in Education (MSED) + Education Leadership Certificate Program   
  • Five academic terms (fall, spring and summer) 
  • Three classes per term (two classes first term)

You will earn:

  • Master of Science in Education (MSED)
  • Educational Leadership Certificate for WI DPI’s Principal (5051) License

Program requirements about MSED + Educational Leadership Certificate

(Principal 5051 License) program

Educational Leadership Certificate

Who is this for?  
Educators who already hold a master's degree in an education field such as education, counseling, or related areas. This certificate-only option offers a direct path to the Wisconsin Principal (5051) license. 

  • 28 credits  
  • Five academic terms (fall, spring and summer)  
  • Two classes per term  

You will earn:

  • Educational Leadership Certificate for WI DPI’s Principal (5051) License

Program requirements about Educational Leadership Certificate

Meet additional credentials needed for Director of Instruction standards

Director of Instruction (5010) Add-On

Who is this for?
Teachers or administrators who currently hold—or are eligible for—the Principal (5051) License. Build on your principal preparation by completing the additional credentials required for the Wisconsin Director of Instruction (5010) license.

  • Six credits  
  • One term 
  • Two classes 

You will earn:

  • Director of Instruction Certificate for WI DPI’s Director of Instruction (5010) License

Program requirements about Director of Instruction (5010) Add-On