Education: School Principal Licensure (non-degree)

Effective Summer 2026.

(28-32 credits)

Program Description

Students seeking NH School Principal licensure endorsement can acquire the required academic credentials through this program, which is aligned with the following standards: NH Ed. 505.03 Professional Educator, NH Ed. 505.04 Education Administrator, and NH Ed. 505.06 Principal. Candidates seeking Principal licensure must have the following entry level requirements to be certified as a Principal: Have completed at least 5 years’ experience as an educator; and One of the following: Completed a master’s program in educational leadership or a related area approved by the state board of education and been recommended for this certification by the designated official of the preparing collegiate department of education; or Completed a master’s program in education and demonstrated: The competencies, skills, and knowledge as listed in (c) below; or Experience in comparable educational leadership positions in education or other professions as specified in Ed 505.03 (http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/rules/state_agencies/ed500.html). 

Program Learning Outcomes

This licensure program is aligned with the following NH state administrative codes: NH Ed. 505.03 Professional Educator, NH Ed. 505.04 Education Administrator, and NH Ed. 505.06 Principal.