• Home
  • Login
  • Register
  • All Courses
    • All courses
    • CTE certification
    • Admin. certification
    • PPW Certification
    • At Risk Students
    • Educator Wellness
    • Course numbers and titles
  • University Partners
  • About Us
  • FAQ
  • MD PPW Certification
  • We Give
  • Book Drive
  • Contact Us
  • More
    • Home
    • Login
    • Register
    • All Courses
      • All courses
      • CTE certification
      • Admin. certification
      • PPW Certification
      • At Risk Students
      • Educator Wellness
      • Course numbers and titles
    • University Partners
    • About Us
    • FAQ
    • MD PPW Certification
    • We Give
    • Book Drive
    • Contact Us
  • Home
  • Login
  • Register
  • All Courses
    • All courses
    • CTE certification
    • Admin. certification
    • PPW Certification
    • At Risk Students
    • Educator Wellness
    • Course numbers and titles
  • University Partners
  • About Us
  • FAQ
  • MD PPW Certification
  • We Give
  • Book Drive
  • Contact Us

New requirement for Administrators in Maryland

Individuals holding an Administrator I/II endorsement who are employed in a Maryland school district, state-operated school, or nonpublic special education facility and are assigned to an administrator or supervisory role are required to complete professional development plans (PDPs). While no minimum number of PDPs is specified, they must include the following focus areas:

  • Strategies to Enhance Teacher Retention
  • Strategies for Cultivating and Facilitating Teacher Leadership

Strategies for Increasing Teacher Retention

Strategies for Developing Teacher Leadership

Strategies for Developing Teacher Leadership

  **NEW** Administrator renewal course

 Credits: 3 Only $529 


 This course explores effective strategies for retaining teachers in education. Participants will examine the critical factors influencing teacher turnover and develop actionable plans to enhance teacher satisfaction and commitment. Through a combination of research, case studies, and practical applications, aspiring school administrators will learn to implement data-driven approaches, foster supportive school cultures, and create sustainable retention initiatives. The course aims to equip educators with the skills necessary to lead and support their teams, ultimately ensuring a stable and high-quality educational environment for all students. 



DOWNLOAD SYLLABUS

Strategies for Developing Teacher Leadership

Strategies for Developing Teacher Leadership

Strategies for Developing Teacher Leadership

  **NEW** Administrator renewal course

 Credits: 3 Only $529 


 This course equips educational leaders with the essential strategies to nurture, support, and elevate teachers into leadership roles, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within their schools. Participants will learn to identify potential teacher leaders, implement effective professional development practices, and create systems that encourage teacher voice and engagement. 







DOWNLOAD SYLLABUS

ADMINISTRATOR 1 COURSE OFFERINGS

PLEASE READ.

Student Services Academy offers 6 courses for educators to meet requirements for the Administrator I certification in Maryland.  


Upon completion of the following six requirements, students may submit transcript documentation to the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) to seek Maryland Administrator I certification.  


Pre-approval by your certification County or District HR department is encouraged. 

 

COMAR requires at least 12 credit hours of the total 18 credits required, to be taken at the same institution. 


(We require that 4 of the 6 courses be taken through us.  The final course will be the Internship in Educational Leadership course.)


All courses are aligned to the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL) Standards that were developed by the Council of Chief State School Officers in collaboration with the National Policy Board for Educational Administration. 


School and administrative leadership

Supervision and Evaluation of School Personnel

Supervision and Evaluation of School Personnel

  **Administrator 1 Certification course**

 Credits: 3 Only $529 

This course provides strategies for recruitment as well as retaining talented school personnel.  How to affect the climate as well as shape the culture of the school is discussed. Staff and community involvement is examined.



DOWNLOAD SYLLABUS

Supervision and Evaluation of School Personnel

Supervision and Evaluation of School Personnel

Supervision and Evaluation of School Personnel

  **Administrator 1 Certification course**

 Credits: 3 Only $529 


 This course engages in analyzing, developing and evaluating assessment tools for student success. Candidates will examine traditional and alternative forms of assessment as well as develop an assessment philosophy.  


DOWNLOAD SYLLABUS

School Leadership in the 21st Century

Supervision and Evaluation of School Personnel

Assessment, Instruction and Curriculum

 **Administration 1 Certification course**

 Credits: 3 Only $529 


  School leaders  will examine how to be an agent of change as a result of realistic goal setting and successfully tracking school progress. Working effectively with others, overcoming resistance, and gaining acceptance of new ideas to improve the school community will be examined.   

DOWNLOAD SYLLABUS

Assessment, Instruction and Curriculum

Assessment, Instruction and Curriculum

Assessment, Instruction and Curriculum

  **Administrator 1 Certification course**

 Credits: 3 Only $529 



This course introduces students to engaging curriculum development. Tools to design, upgrade, and adapt instructional practices are reviewed.






DOWNLOAD SYLLABUS

School Law for Educators

Assessment, Instruction and Curriculum

Internship in Educational Leadership

   **Administrator I / PPW Certification course** Credits: 3 Only $529 

https://student-services-academy.thinkific.com/courses/schoollawforeducators" rel="noopener" target="_blank">
This course is a practical, user-friendly discussion of school legal issues that will apply to educators. Landmark cases are reviewed to increase the level of understanding. Student and educator rights and responsibilities are analyzed.  





DOWNLOAD SYLLABUS

Internship in Educational Leadership

Assessment, Instruction and Curriculum

Internship in Educational Leadership

**Administration Certification course**  

 Credits: 4 Only $679 

365 days to complete this course


 This course is designed to provide Educators with opportunities to incorporate administrative practices and leadership responsibilities within a K-12 school setting. The knowledge and skills described in the PSEL (Professional Standards for Educational Leadership and the NELP (National Educational Leadership Preparation program standards) will be utilized.

DOWNLOAD SYLLABUS

 


Copyright © 2025 Student Services Academy - All Rights Reserved.          

  • MD PPW Certification
  • Contact Us