One program. Two certifications. 100% online.

Stony Brook University’s Educational Leadership (EDL) post-master's graduate certificate program prepares K-12 educators for advancement into positions at both the school building (SBL) and school district (SDL) levels. 

As the largest program of its kind available online in New York State, the Stony Brook EDL program offers flexibility for working professionals to obtain two certifications that meet the demand for competent, confident leaders in education.

This combined school district and school building leader post-master's certificate program prepares New York State certified  K-12 educators for two certifications that are necessary to pursue advancement into leadership positions such as:

• Superintendent of Schools
• District Superintendent
• Assistant Superintendent
• Principal
• Assistant Principal
• Department Chairperson
• Athletic Director

Develop the values, thinking, and practices that set you apart.

Prepare to engage with scholar-practitioner faculty who are leaders in the field of educational leadership and learn:

• Theory and practice for the effective administration of education.
• Sound leadership practices and decision-making within an educational community.
• Innovative approaches to create change through cooperation and collaboration.
• Best practices for the highest standards of professionalism in educational leadership.

Further your career and passion for leadership.

Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared to advance your career in an educational leadership capacity and become part of an extensive professional network of alumni across New York State. And when you're ready to pursue your doctorate, we have articulation agreements with universities in the region that offer a shortened time to degree completion, tuition discounts, or both.