Director of Pupil Personnel (DPP)

A Director of Pupil Personnel will address barriers students face outside of the academic day. Directors of Pupil Personnel connect students and families to available resources to support student success.

Upon successful completion of the program requirements, candidates will be recommended for Director of Pupil Personnel certification.

Courses Level 1

EDA750 Introduction to School Leadership by Leading, Teaching and Learning (3 hours)
EDA 752 Human Resources Leadership (3 hours)
EDA 754 Administration Pupil Personnel (3 hours)
EDA 756 Principles of School Safety (3 hours)

Courses Level 2 (Certification Renewal)

EDA 758 Internship in Ed Leadership DPP (6 hours)

Tuition and Fees

Tuition & Financial Information — click here or go to the Financial Information link at the top of this page.
Level 1 tuition:  12 hours
Level 2 tuition: 6 hours

Online Program Description

The first phase of the program is four 7 ½ week courses. The second phase is an internship that requires a full semester of classwork and field hours. There are no in-person class meetings. Assignments and project implementation can be based on your current or desired employment.

School Leaders Licensure Assessment

Level I certification requires an SLLA exam. Click here for exam information.

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