Certificate in Instructional Coaching and Teacher Leadership
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TOTAL COST
$5,100*
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NEXT START DATE
May 19, 2025
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COMPLETION TIME
9 Months†
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AVG. SALARY PREMIUM
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SEMESTER CREDITS
18
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Leverage your education expertise and help fellow educators become the best they can be. The Certificate in Instructional Coaching and Teacher Leadership is a quick pathway to gaining evidence-based skills and frameworks to effectively guide teacher growth and development. You’ll be equipped to serve schools as an instructional coach prepared to provide individualized support to teachers, model data-driven decision-making processes, improve teaching performance and more. You’ll also develop the leadership skills needed to empathetically and practically empower educators, ultimately increasing educator satisfaction and improving student outcomes. Become the leader you aspire to be and guide educators to their greatest potential. Note: This program doesn’t lead to teaching or administrative licensure or certification.
Why ACE?
Low-Cost, High Quality
You deserve a great return on your educational investment, and we deliver master’s degrees at a total average cost of $9,500. Our graduates enjoy an average pay increase of over $21,000.¹ We also award over $1.1M in scholarships and grants each year.
Quality You Expect
We are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Our faculty work in the industries where you work and are committed to your success, contributing to our 86% graduation rate.¹ Our curriculum equips you with practical strategies you can apply right away, as well as skills to help you advance your career.
Flexibility You Need
Our virtual campus and convenient start dates provide you the flexibility you need to achieve your goals at a time and place that works with your busy schedule. Our student support services are available 24/7 and tutoring is included at no additional cost.
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Tuition
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Total Cost Certificate in Instructional Coaching and Teacher Leadership |
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Total Tuition 18 semester credits x $235 per credit |
$4,230 |
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Fees $50 Application Fee$100 Conferral Fee $720 Technology and Library Fee (18 Semester Credits X $40 per Credit) |
$870 |
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Total Program Cost |
$5,100* |
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Program Details
Focus of Study
Developed to enhance professional skills, the Certificate in Instructional Coaching and Teacher Leadership is designed to empower educators with advanced skills in coaching, mentoring, and leadership within educational settings. Course curriculum provides coaching strategies and research-backed leadership techniques designed to facilitate meaningful growth conversations, analyze instructional effectiveness, and cultivate a schoolwide environment focused on professional learning.
Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate proficiency in designing, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based instructional strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.Â
- Foster a positive and collaborative school culture by establishing communication channels with colleagues, parents, and community members.Â
- Apply theories, frameworks, and models to cultivate organizational effectiveness and empower stakeholders.Â
- Promote cultural competence by creating inclusive learning environments that meet the needs of diverse student populations.
- Leverage educational data and utilize digital tools to inform decision-making and continuous improvements in teaching and learning practices.
- Advocate for the development of teacher leadership, adult learning, and the teaching profession through a commitment to lifelong learning.
Start Dates
With flexible start dates, you can begin your program when it’s best for you.
May 19, 2025 Term
May 16, 2025
Application Due
May 16, 2025
Payment Due
May 19, 2025
Term Start
May 23, 2025
Unregister/Cancel Deadline
Jun 22, 2025
Term End
June 09, 2025 Term
July 07, 2025 Term
August 18, 2025 Term
September 08, 2025 Term
September 29, 2025 Term
November 10, 2025 Term
January 12, 2026 Term
February 23, 2026 Term
Courses
Here are just some of the courses you’ll take when working towards this program. Visit the College Catalog to see all courses.
LEAD5373 |
Mentoring Teachers |
3 Semester Credits |
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LEAD5393 |
Teacher Leadership |
3 Semester Credits |
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LEAD5043 |
Instructional Coaching |
3 Semester Credits |
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LEAD5053 |
Designing and Leading Professional Learning |
3 Semester Credits |
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LEAD5063 |
Achievement and Accountability |
3 Semester Credits |
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LEAD5073 |
The Art of Decision Making |
3 Semester Credits |
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Featured Faculty
Our real-world coursework is taught by experienced faculty.