Educational Leadership

Advanced Certificate

Stony Brook University

  • Delivery Mode
    100% Online
  • Total Credits
    36
  • Degree Level
    Advanced Certificate
  • Contact Us
    631-632-4723

Earn your advanced-certificate degree online

You will earn the same diploma as our on-campus students

The post-master's Advanced Certificate in Educational Leadership Program (EDL) prepares K-12 educators for advancement to positions at both the district (SDL) and building (SBL) levels.


Such positions include superintendent of schools, district superintendent, assistant superintendent, principal, assistant principal, department chairperson, or athletic director. As of Fall 2007, this is the first program of its kind in New York State that serves as a pathway for certification at both the district and building levels.

What's an advanced certificate?
Advanced, or graduate, certificates are designed to provide focused study to support a particular career interest. They vary in number of credits and typically require students to have a bachelor’s degree.

How do I enroll?

Follow these steps to start your application

  1. Go to the online application
  2. Create an account
  3. Complete the forms or save for later
  4. Pay the application fee (if applicable)
  5. Submit any supplemental materials, if required
  6. Send in your academic records
  7. APPLY NOW

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