Is the Professional Certification for Principals and Program Administrators program for me?

If you're a school administrator who received your residency administrator certificate in Washington state after September 2004 and you want to earn your advanced professional certification, this is the program for you. It's convenient, flexible and you can finish in four quarters.

At City University of Seattle, you can earn your professional certification online or in class. Choosing CityU means you will have access to all the great resources we have to offer. Highlights include an orientation, individualized coaching, cohort support and a web-based portfolio that contributes to success as a professional administrator.

What will I learn in the Professional Certification for Principals and Program Administrators program?

First, you will obtain your professional certificate. Second, you will assess and plan for your own professional development. Six graduate credits earned through this program can be applied to the CityU superintendent certificate program and/or the Doctor of Education concentration in educational leadership.

Why CityU?

• Coaching provided year-long through monthly visits by field supervisors who are state-trained and experienced as panelists in the state panel process.
• Because you want an education that's relevant to what's happening in the real world, right now.
• Our faculty teach what they do for a living, not just what's in the book.
• There are no formal classes to attend since the program curriculum all occurs within your workplace.
• Receive ongoing university support through program completion - and beyond.
• You can get an education without sacrificing your lifestyle.
• Over 500 educators choose CityU each year to start or advance their careers in education.
• We are among the largest providers of principal and program administrator certificates in the state.
• Six graduate credits can be applied to superintendent certification, which is also a pathway in the CityU Ed.D. in Leadership program.

How to get started:

1. Chat with an admissions advisor or call 888.42.CityU
2. Apply online
3. Complete the Professional Certification admissions packet (for principals and program administrators)
4. Order your official transcripts from other schools you attended
5. Submit application packet

Admission Requirements

Please download an application checklist (includes forms). Other requirements may apply, please contact an advisor or program coordinator for complete details.

• Completed CityU application
• Current WA State Residency Certificate for Principal or Program Administrator (submit a copy of both sides)
• Two years as principal, assistant principal, or program administrator
• A letter of application
• One letter of recommendation from current supervisor and district administrator
• Minimum of 3.0 GPA in master degree program and residency certificate programs

Note: Other requirements may apply, please contact an advisor or program coordinator to discuss your specific needs.