Post-Master's Certificates and Endorsements
Students may include in their academic programs courses required for Illinois Administrative Certification and Endorsements.
Important New Principal Preparation Program Information:
The new ISU Principal Preparation Program (PDF), which leads to the Principal Endorsement on a Professional Educator License, was approved by the State Educator Preparation and Licensure Board (SEPLB) in September 2012 and the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) in October of 2012.
Application information for the ISBE and SEPLB approved Principal Preparation Program is located under Master's Degree.
Post-Master's Graduate Certificate for Superintendent Endorsement in Educational Administration
The course of study for this certificate meets the requirements for the Superintendent Endorsement. Designed for Illinois educators interested in advanced study and preparation in the leadership, organization, and administration of public school districts in Illinois, candidates should hold a master's degree, P-12 leadership experience, and a Type 75 certificate. Learn about the goals of the Superintendent Certificate, the requirements, and admission information.
Post-Master's Graduate Certificate for Chief School Business Official
The course of study for this certificate meets the requirements for the Chief School Business Official (CSBO) Endorsement. The course is designed for Illinois educators interested in advance study and preparation in the organization and administration of the management of fiscal, physical, and human resources of a public school district in Illinois. Candidates should hold a Type 75 certificate, a master's degree, and P-12 leadership experience. Applicants with a master's degree in Business, Public Administration, Finance, or Accounting do not need the Type 75 certificate. Learn about the goals of the CSBO Certificate, the requirements, and admission information.