Certificate in School Leadership
The program emphasizes leadership theories, strategic planning, and change management to equip participants with the skills needed to navigate the complexities of school administration. The program begins with an exploration of leadership theories, including transformational, transactional, and distributed leadership. Participants will learn about different leadership styles and their application in educational settings.
Overview
The Certificate in School Leadership is a 12week program designed to prepare participants for effective leadership roles in educational settings. The program emphasizes leadership theories, strategic planning, and change management to equip participants with the skills needed to navigate the complexities of school administration. The program begins with an exploration of leadership theories, including transformational, transactional, and distributed leadership. Participants will learn about different leadership styles and their application in educational settings.
Strategic planning is another key focus, with participants studying techniques for setting goals, developing plans, and aligning resources with institutional objectives. The course covers strategies for creating vision and mission statements, setting priorities, and monitoring progress. Change management is also covered, including strategies for leading and managing change within schools. Participants will learn about overcoming resistance, implementing change initiatives, and ensuring successful outcomes.
The work placement component provides participants with practical experience in school leadership, allowing them to apply their skills in a real school environment and gain insights into the challenges and opportunities of school leadership.
What you’ll learn
Upon successful completion of this program, participants will be able to:
- Apply leadership theories and styles in educational settings.
- Develop and implement strategic plans for school improvement.
- Lead and manage change initiatives effectively.
- Gain practical experience in school leadership through work placement.
Course Descriptions
SLD101A Leadership Theories and Styles (3 credits)
This course covers various leadership theories and styles, including transformational, transactional, and distributed leadership.
- Learning Outcome: Apply leadership theories and styles to enhance leadership effectiveness in schools.
SLD101B Strategic Planning and Goal Setting (3 credits)
Participants will learn about strategic planning techniques, including goal setting, developing plans, and aligning resources.
- Learning Outcome: Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve school improvement and success.
SLD101C Change Management in Education (3 credits)
This course focuses on leading and managing change initiatives, including overcoming resistance and ensuring successful outcomes.
- Learning Outcome:Lead and manage change initiatives effectively within educational settings.
SLD101D Vision and Mission Development (2 credits)
Participants will explore techniques for creating and communicating vision and mission statements for schools.
- Learning Outcome:Develop and articulate vision and mission statements to guide school improvement.
SLD101E Work Placement in School Leadership (4 credits)
The work placement provides practical experience in school leadership, allowing participants to apply their skills and gain industry insights.
- Learning Outcome:Gain hands-on experience in school leadership by working on real-world projects.