Instructional Coach Endorsement Certification

Foundations for Success

Our fully online, 12-credit Instructional Coach Endosement certification program prepares candidates to lead teachers in reflective and inquiry-based professional development that advances collective leadership, data-driven continuous improvement of instructional practices and improved student achievement. As a professional development activity, Instructional Coaches work with other educators in a collegial manner to raise instructional practice to the highest possible level.

Application & Admission
- Submit online application
- Official transcripts from all previous colleges or universities
- A valid PA Instructional I or II certificate or equivalent from another state
- Evidence of three years of effective teaching experience
Coursework
Required Courses (12 credits)
- Assessment (3 credits)
  - EDRS 574 Assessment of Reading: Clinical Practicum in Reading Diagnosis OR
  - EDUC 526 Data Driven Decision Making
- Leadership (3 credits)
  - EDRS 577 Leadership for Reading Educators OR
  - EDUC 541 Supervision of Instruction
- Adult Learning Theories (3 credits)
  - ELED 531 Adult Learning Theory and Foundations in Instructional Coaching
- Coaching Practicum (3 credits)
  - ELED 532 Practicum in Instructional Coaching
80 hours of fieldwork are required for completion of the program. Candidates accrue hours as they progress through the program: 10 hours completed in Assessment course; 15 hours completed in Leadership course; 25 hours completed in Adult Learning Theories course; and 30 hours completed in Coaching Practicum course.

For More Information

To learn more about our Instructional Coach Endorsement program, please request information or reach out to program coordinator Dr. Catherine McGeehan.

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