Online Principal Certification Program (K-12) Post-Master's

Through a combination of online coursework and in-person practicum experiences, GMercyU’s online principal certification program will help you develop:

• Practical managerial skills that will help you nurture talent in your teachers and staff
• Insight into issues of school finance, law, and community relations
• Understanding of the social, political, and economic issues that influence public education in the United States

Courses are presented in an accelerated format where you'll take one course at a time in seven-week blocks. With GMercyU, you can prepare for the challenges of school leadership without disrupting your busy schedule.

What You Will Learn – Online Principal I Certification

As a GMercyU graduate, you will be able to:

• Think and plan strategically to create an organizational vision focused on student success and communicate the vision to all relevant stakeholders
• Create an organizational culture of teaching and learning in which student learning is paramount
• Manage resources effectively to bring about desired results
• Collaborate, communicate and empower others inside and outside the organization to pursue excellence in learning
• Operate fairly and equitably exhibiting personal and professional integrity

Upon completing this program, you will be prepared to take the School Leaders Licensure Assessment in the School Leadership Test Series to earn your Administrative I Certificate.

An Educational Community Dedicated to Your Success—and Your Students’ Success

At GMercyU, we select faculty members whose achievements inspire us. Our professors bring direct school experience, advanced research backgrounds, and a passion for teaching to your classroom. Their insights and mentorship will help you effectively create a safe, productive learning environment for all of your students.

Upon graduation, you and your classmates will join our extensive network of alumni. The colleagues, contacts, and friends you find in this leadership community will inspire you to continue to discover the Next.

Admission Requirements – Post-Master’s Certification Programs

To qualify for admission to our post-master’s education certification programs, you must provide:

• Proof you have obtained a master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 3.0* 
• Official transcripts from every college or university attended
• Proof of a current Pennsylvania Instructional I Certificate
• A completed application form with fee
• A current professional resume demonstrating at least five years of full-time teaching experience
• A writing sample stating your professional and academic goals (one page, double-spaced)
• Two completed supervisory reference forms
• A minimum score of 550 (written), 213 (computer), or 79 (internet) on the TOEFL examination if English is not your native language

*If your GPA was lower than 3.0, we encourage you to apply for evaluation on a case-by-case basis. Personal interviews may be required for any candidates as determined by the admissions committee.