Post-Master’s Certificate in Advancing Leadership (CAL)
The Post-Master’s Certificate in Advancing Leadership (CAL) is an online certificate of nine credit hours for teachers and administrators who wish to advance their knowledge in special education leadership. These post-master’s classes will train you to understand and assist with the special education needs in your school division.
- Transfer your credit hours from all three courses (nine hours total) into the Ed.S. in Exceptional Education Executive Leadership.
- Learn the latest research and up-to-date regulations in special education.
- Collaborate on a professional project focusing on supervision, curriculum, instruction, assessment, law, and finance.
This certificate may help advance your career in teaching and administration by equipping you as an expert in your field.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
2024-25 Semester Check-In Deadlines
All students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
| Session | Semester Check-In | Session Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Session A | Friday, August 9 | Monday, August 19 |
| Session M | Friday, September 6 | Monday, September 16 |
| Session B | Friday, October 11 | Monday, October 21 |
| Session C | Wednesday, January 8 | Monday, January 13 |
| Session T | Friday, January 31 | Monday, February 10 |
| Session D | Friday, March 7 | Monday, March 17 |
| Session E | Friday, May 2 | Monday, May 12 |
| Session F | Friday, June 13 | Monday, June 23 |
Application Requirements
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.
Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.
Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts
Submit your unofficial transcripts to regent.edu/items.
Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES, AACRAO or NAFSA approved agency.
Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID
To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please submit a scanned copy or photograph of it to regent.edu/items.
Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu should you have any further questions about the application process.
Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
| Certificate | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Total Credits | Tuition Cost for Certificate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate in the Law & Higher Education | $250 | 9 | $2,250 |
| Certificate of Graduate Studies in Autism | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| Certificate of Graduate Studies in Career Switcher | $250 | 24 | $6,000 |
| Certificate of Graduate Studies in Christian Education | $250 | 9 | $2,250 |
| Certificate of Graduate Studies in Educational Leadership | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| Certificate of Graduate Studies in eLearning Design | $250 | 10 | $2,500 |
| Certificate of Graduate Studies in Gifted & Talented Education for Teachers | $250 | 12-14 | $3,000-$3,500 |
| Certificate of Graduate Studies in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) | $250 | 10 | $2,500 |
| Certificate of Graduate Studies in TESOL – Adult Education-Collegiate | $250 | 15-18 | $3,750-$4,500 |
| Certificate of Graduate Studies in TESOL – K-12 | $250 | 15 | $3,750 |
| Post-Master's Certificate in Advancing Leadership (CAL) | $250 | 9 | $2,250 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
| Library Orientation | $50 (one-time) |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
