WiscAd
Certification for Wisconsin Administrators
A new approach to Administrative Certification “Credit for Skills”
We accept applications year-round for semesters beginning in January, May and September.
- Class schedules that let you continue to teach full time.
- We bring learning to you through:
- outreach classrooms
- field work at your work site
- Proficiency curriculum means you meet Wisconsin certification requirements as you work hands-on.
- Skills for managers means you learn by doing the things your job requires – and you choose the training plan that is right for you!
- Seasoned administrators have designed the program, instruct the courses, and supervise your training in K-12 schools.
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction approved program
Program Description
An administrator certification program (business manager, director of instruction, director of special education & pupil services, principal, and superintendent) for persons with
Program in Brief
Semester I (6 credits optional):
- This six-credit course provides those seeking certification as school administrators in Wisconsin with an introduction to Wisconsin’s unique school rules, regulations, and reporting requirements. It is “hands-on” and practical in nature, taught by school superintendents who have managed school systems in Wisconsin.
- Course Delivery: Total (90 hours)
- Face-to-Face Instruction - two Fridays (6-9 pm) & four Saturdays (9 am-4 pm) (34 hours)
- Reflective Practice (10 hours)
- Online Coursework (15 hours)
- Professional Development Plan (10 hours)
- Portfolio Guide (5 hours)
- Job Shadowing (16 hours)
- This syllabus describes course requirements.
Subsequent Semesters (10 credits optional):
- a total of 540 hours must be logged - which may be done in one or more semesters
- Initial site-based training scheduled individually and logged by students based on selected activities
- Administrator Proficiencies
See Current Class Schedule
Admission Requirements
A Criminal Background Check is required for placement in schools and for licensure in
Certification |
Principal, Curriculum Director/Director of Instruction, Director of Special Education & Pupil Services, Superintendent |
Business Manager |
License Required |
Wisconsin Teaching License |
None required |
Degree Required |
Bachelor's degree |
Bachelor's degree |
Teaching Experience Required |
3 year minimum |
None required |
Requirements for Certification after Successful Program Completion
Certification |
Business Manager |
Principal, Curriculum Director/Director of Instruction, Director of Special Education & Pupil Services |
Superintendent |
Minimum Degree Required |
Master’s degree |
Master’s degree |
Ed Specialist or equivalent |
Fees (Subject to Change without Notice)
- One certification area: $8,000 for credit - $7,000 for no credit (additional fees for textbooks and portfolio reviews)
- Additional certifications:
- superintendent, director of special education & pupil services, or business manager - $900
- principal or director of instruction - $500
- License Renewal only - $3,000
We accept applications year-round for semesters beginning in January, May and September.
To apply send the following items to: WISCAD, 418 Washington Street, Hawkins, WI 54530
- Cover Letter
- Resume (please include references)
- Transcripts (copies accepted for 30 days until original transcripts arrive)
- References (names and contact information of three references)
- Teaching Verification Form send this form (not a requirement for business manager)