School Administration Certificate

OSRHE Program Code: 003
CIP Code: 130401

Certificate Code: 3040

Speciality Accreditation

NSU’s educator preparation programs at the baccalaureate and master’s levels are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), www.caepnet.org, (1140 19th Street NW, Suite 400, Washington, D.C. 20036-1023, 202-223-0077), and the Oklahoma Office of Educational Quality and Accountability (840 Research Parkway, Suite 455, Oklahoma City, OK 73104, 405-522-5399), www.ok.gov/oeqa

Credential Requirements

All candidates seeking certification need to take the state certification test for school administration at the completion of the program. There are fees associated with certification testing which is administered by an outside agency under contract with the Oklahoma Office of Educational Quality and Accountability. NSU’s Education Certification office can assist with information regarding university recommendation for certification.  If seeking certification in any state other than Oklahoma, it is recommended that individuals contact the appropriate State Department for guidelines so they can be built into the program.

Recommended steps for completing certification

1. Evidence of Master’s degree (Transcript from issuing educational institution, provided when applying to the Graduate College)
2. Evidence of relevant work experience (Company letter, job description, or resume if applicable)
3. Evidence of passing certification tests if attempted (Official Certification Test Results)

Certification program must be completed within a timeframe of three (3) years. Failure to complete the program within the three-year timeframe forfeits student’s right for renewal of alternative administrative certificate.