Educational Leadership Endorsement

Learn to Lead

College of Graduate & Professional Studies

Dr. Daniel Grounard
Program Coordinator, 1-year track
grounarddj@longwood.edu
434.395.2693

Dr. Martha Eagle
Assistant Coordinator, 2-year track
eaglemj@longwood.edu
434.610.1568

“There are too many highlights to Longwood University’s Educational Leadership program to name just one. Through flexible classes, I received an extraordinary education from professionals working in my chosen field who ensured I had many opportunities to experience being an administrator and leader. I feel thoroughly prepared for the next professional role I step into, but since the day I began this program, I’ve been able to grow as a leader in my current role.”

"My experience in the Longwood University Leadership Endorsement provided the opportunity to expand my skill set on my personal journey of being a life-long learner. The teaching and learning is grounded in research, practical knowledge, and meaningful field experience which is necessary to become a successful leader in the field of education.

Possible Career Paths include:

Assistant Principal

Principal

Director of Counseling

Curriculum Coordinator

Educational Leadership Endorsement

If you already hold a master’s degree, Longwood University’s Educational Leadership Endorsement courses will prepare you to join the next generation of leaders at your school or district. Successful completion of the courses and the School Leaders Licensure Assessment (SLLA) will allow you to apply for the Administration & Supervision PreK-12 endorsement, required for positions such as Principal, Assistant Principal, Curriculum Director, Department Chair, and more.

About our model

We know you’re busy! Between teaching or counseling, administrative tasks, preparing lessons, and living your life, there’s little time left for professional development. This is why we offer the endorsement in a hybrid format which meets face-to-face once per month (always on a Saturday from 9am – 4pm). The remainder of the coursework is online, and you’ll work with your intern mentor to complete internship requirements within your own school division. (Employment in a K-12 school division is required for this model.) We bring Longwood to you, building regional cohorts across Virginia. Learn from school leaders who have worked and are working in the field today.

Our format:

- 21 credits
- Three or six semesters, depending on chosen track
- $6,270 total tuition (in-state), excluding textbooks, effective fall 2025
  - 2025-2026 in-state tuition = $285/credit + $10/credit technology and infrastructure fee
  - 2025-2026 out-of-state tuition = $355/credit + $10/credit technology and infrastructure fee

Upon completion of the courses, you will be able to:

- Participate in establishing goals and policies
- Direct the development of programs and coordinate implementation
- Manage resources effectively
- Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of educational functions

Virginia Endorsement

Successful completion of the courses and a passing score on the SLLA meet eligibility requirements for the Administration and Supervision PreK-12 endorsement.

One-Year Track Option

One-Year Track: Course Sequence

Fall:

Educational Leadership: PEDU 504 (3)
School Law: PEDU 620 (3)
Internship in Educational Leadership: PEDU 690 (1)

Spring:

Public School Finance: PEDU 625 (3)
Supervision and Evaluation of Instruction and Instructional Programs: PEDU 671 (3)
Internship in Educational Leadership: PEDU 690 (1)

Summer:

School Personnel Administration: PEDU 628 (3)
School Operations and Management: PEDU 629 (3)
Internship in Educational Leadership: PEDU 690 (1)

One-Year Track: Details and Flyer

Participants complete seven credits each semester in fall, spring, and summer to complete the coursework requirements.

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Once courses begin, it is not possible to switch tracks.

Two-Year Track Option

Two-Year Track: Course Sequence

Fall Year 1

Educational Leadership: PEDU 504 (3)

Spring Year 1

Public School Finance: PEDU 625 (3)
Internship in Educational Leadership: PEDU 690 (1)

Summer Year 1

School Operations and Management: PEDU 629 (3)

Fall Year 2

School Law: PEDU 620 (3)
Internship in Educational Leadership: PEDU 690 (1)

Spring Year 2

Supervision and Evaluation of Instruction and Instructional Programs: PEDU 671 (3)

Summer Year 2:

School Personnel Administration: PEDU 628 (3)
Internship in Educational Leadership: PEDU 690 (1)

Two-Year Track: Details and Flyer

Participants complete three to four credits each semester (see sequence above) for six semesters. Please note that the 2-year option is solely online with synchronous meetings on Zoom, plus one in-person meeting each spring on Longwood’s campus.

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Once courses begin, it is not possible to switch tracks.