Certification — Administrative

The requirements for a certificate of a principal shall include:

• Approved Program Certification (HB 1438, effective July 1, 2003)
• Master’s degree
• Passing score on the subject area competency examinations
• Completion of a graduate program in education administration meeting professional education association standards
• A minimum of two years of successful teaching, supervisory, or administrative experience in public schools
• Graduate Portfolio

Note: Please see specific graduate program admission requirements.

Certificates are issued by the State Board of Education upon application by the individual and with the recommendation of the preparing institution. Southeastern’s Certification Officer is responsible for making recommendations for certification. Completed applications should be mailed to:

Director of Teacher Education
Office of Teacher Education Services
SE PMB 4139
Durant OK 74701-0609

Application forms may be obtained from the State Department of Education’s website or the Office of Teacher Education Services, M106.