Preliminary Administrative Services

Program Description:
The Administrative Services Preliminary Credential Program is a state approved program that qualifies graduates to service in any administrative position in California Public Schools, TK-12. Students work toward mastery of the California Administrator Performance Expectations (CAPEs). Students are prepared to pass the new California Administrator Performance Assessment (CalAPA) which is required starting in Fall, 2019 for the credential.
Program Contacts:
If you need help with your application or requirements before you submit an application, have submitted an application and need assistance, or have advising questions please contact:
Department of Educational Leadership & Technology (ELT)
Phone: 909-537-7404
Program Coordinator: Dr. Susan Jindra
Phone: 909-537-5674
Email: sjindra@csusb.edu
Location: CE 368
Program Coordinator: Dr. Karen Kaiser
Phone: 909-537-7579
Email: karen.kaiser@csusb.edu
Location: CE 375
Preliminary Administrative Services' Department Page | Preliminary Administrative Services' Bulletin Page
Application Requirements:
- Essay
- Teaching Credential
- Work Experience
- Unofficial Transcript
- Two letters of recommendation
Application Deadlines:
Spring 2026 | Fall 2026 | Spring 2027 |
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1/12/2026 | 7/31/2026 | TBA |
Application Details:
In addition to meeting the general requirements of the university for admission as a postbaccalaureate student, admission to the Administrative Services Preliminary Credential Program requires the following:
- An application for admission to the program must be submitted;
- A 2.5 ("B") grade point overall average in all courses;
- Completion of or plan to satisfy the graduate entrance writing requirement;
- Verification of a minimum of four years of full-time credentialed experience, school-related nursing, library service, and/or counseling experience.
- A valid Clear California teaching, pupil personnel, health services, library credential, or full-time designated subject credential (with B.A.);
- Submission of a 2-page essay from the provided prompt.