University of Connecticut
Administrator Preparation Program (UCAPP)
Courses, seminars, and modules in UCAPP are grounded in adult and experiential learning theory. Priority is placed on integrating course work with internship experiences in the actual world of educational administration. These problem-based learning practica provide an integrative set of experiences throughout the two-year program. Students also compile an electronic professional portfolio that documents their administrative competency as outlined by NCATE standards, ELCC SPA standards, Connecticut's Common Core of Leading, and the Neag Conceptual Framework.
The UCAPP program of studies includes:
Year One: Summer Semester
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| Contemporary Educational Policy Issues |
3 credits |
| School Leadership and Administration of Educational Organizations |
3 credits |
| Practicum |
1 credit |
Year One: Fall Semester
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| Supervision of Educational Organizations |
3 credits |
| Practicum |
2 credits |
Year One: Spring Semester
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| Program Evaluation for School Improvement |
3 credits |
| Practicum |
2 credits |
Year Two: Summer Semester
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| Special Education Topics for Administrators |
3 credits |
Year Two: Fall Semester
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| Curriculum Laboratory |
3 credits |
| Practicum |
2 credits |
Year Two: Winter Intersession
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| Legal Aspects of Education |
2 credits |
Year Two: Spring Semester
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| Creating and Sustaining a Positive School Climate |
3 credits |
| Practicum |
2 credits |
| Learning: Its Implication for Education* |
3 credit |
*Learning: Its Implication for Education. The CSDE requires a graduate course in learning theories for 092 certification. We offer an online course in the first year fall session and the second year summer intersession for the completion of this requirement. A comparable course taken within the last five years may satisfy this requirement pending the UCAPP Director’s approval.
