This course will focus on five key content modules designed to support school administrators and above-school-level leadership in overseeing and managing special education programs and services. The content will emphasize what school administrators need to know and be able to do in the realm of student services in general, with a specific focus on students with disabilities.
The course will highlight fundamental components of effective leadership for ensuring procedural compliance and high-quality instructional practices.
It consists of five modules that cover essential content critical to program compliance. Each module is delivered through a synchronous learning session (3 hours) with asynchronous pre- and post-session activities.
Number of Units: 3.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours
Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for DoDEA Participants.
Prerequisites: The only prerequisite for course enrollment is the job position.
Audience: School Principals, Assistant Principals, Superintendents, Community Superintendents, District Student Services ISSs
Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation after the allotted 30 days.
Enrollment Open Through: February 18, 2025 (11:59pm PT)
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The University of San Diego’s Division of Professional and Continuing Education offers graduate-level extension credit for work completed in trainings, workshops, conferences, induction, credentials, and other professional development programs not offered directly by USD. Complete one of the above and a member of our division will help you earn credit for your hard work and dedication to continuing your education.
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