Principal Certification

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Elevate your impact as an instructional leader. The Region 4 Inspire Texas Principal Certification Program is designed for educators ready to lead campuses and inspire meaningful change. This one-year, flexible certification path prepares you with expert-led coursework, hands-on experience, and real-time support—all while accommodating your current schedule.

 

✔️ Start while completing your master’s degree – apply in your final semester.

 

✔️ Gain hands-on leadership experience with a supervised practicum on a TEA-accredited campus.
 

✔️ Engage in expert-led coursework that prepares you to drive student success and teacher growth.

 

 


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Important Program Dates

  • Early Application Deadline (save $500): Friday, May 30, 2025
    • ​​​​First Payment Due (non-refundable): Thursday, June 6, 2025
  • Final Application Deadline: Friday, June 27, 2025
  • Cohort Start Date: Thursday, July 17, 2025

 

 


 

🔹 Apply Early to Maximize Your Benefits 🔹

 


 

FREE Information Sessions

If you’re ready to lead, but still want to learn more, view our recorded information session to discover how this accelerated pathway prepares you for campus leadership.

  • Learn about admissions, program structure, fees, and timelines.

  • Hear from past participants and get answers to common questions.

  • Watch the session anytime: [View Recording]

  • Questions? Contact us at R4EPSinfo@esc4.net

 


 

Have More Questions?

Visit our FAQ page for answers to common inquiries about certification, training format, and eligibility.

 

 


 

Certification Requirements

To earn the Principal as Instructional Leader Standard Certificate, candidates must successfully complete:

  • Two state certification exams

  • A one-year supervised practicum

  • All program coursework requirements

 

 

Ready to Apply?

Choose your path below:

 

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