Educational Leadership: M.A. (Online, Fast Track, Core Choice, Offsite) and Certification Programs for: Supervisor, Principal, Director of School Counseling Services

Sunday, October 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM until 12:00 PMEastern Daylight Time UTC -04:00

Virtual Open House

Learn more about Montclair State University's Educational Leadership MA and certification programs designed for current and aspiring school leaders. During this session, faculty and program representatives will discuss the available program formats, certification pathways, curriculum and admissions requirements.

Master’s Degree

Educational Leadership MA

Prepare for school and district leadership through coursework in instructional leadership, school management, educational policy and equity. Students can select the format and pace that best fits their professional responsibilities.

Online Asynchronous seven-week courses completed one at a time

Fast Track Online cohort option completed in approximately 14 months

Additional Formats Flexible Core Choice and district-based offsite cohorts

Certification Program

Supervisor, Administrative Services Certification

Designed for educators who already hold a master's degree and want to lead instructional improvement across a school or district. The fully online, 12-credit program meets New Jersey requirements for Supervisor certification.

Focus Instructional leadership and teacher supervision

Curriculum Curriculum development and data-informed improvement

Format Fully online and asynchronous

Certification Program

Principal, Administrative Services Certification

Prepare to lead a school community through advanced study in instructional leadership, school management and educational policy. The program meets New Jersey academic requirements for Principal and Supervisor certification.

Leadership Guide school improvement and instructional priorities

Experience Apply coursework through internships and field experiences

Certification Meets New Jersey academic requirements

Certification Program

Director of School Counseling Services Certification

This 12-credit online program prepares experienced, licensed school counselors to oversee counseling staff, manage departmental operations and develop comprehensive student support programs.

Leadership Lead counseling departments and professional staff

Curriculum Program evaluation, ethics and equitable student support

Format Four asynchronous online courses completed in one year

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