Educational Leadership Programs


Opportunities

LACOE offers a variety of educational leadership training programs as well as opportunities for training to become a leadership coach.

The 2026-27 Application Window for the Clear Administrative Services Credential (CASC) Fall Cohort is now open.

Apply now to guarantee your spot!

The applications window for the Spring PASC cohort are now open and will close on October 30, 2026.

Apply now to guarantee your spot in the cohort!


Upcoming Informational Meetings

If you are interested in applying, please sign up for one of the two informational sessions:

Informational Meeting #1
Wednesday, Sept. 23
4 - 4:45 p.m.

Informational Meeting #2
Tuesday, Oct. 6
4 - 4:45 p.m.


Strong school leaders transform classrooms and improve student success across L.A. County. Many talented teachers want to step into administrative roles like principals or superintendents but need a clear roadmap to guide them. In this episode, Dr. Aaron Dover, Project Director III of Curriculum and Instruction Services at the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) joins the show alongside Kimberly Justiniani, a Program Specialist at Temple City Unified School District who is currently completing her Clear Credential. They discuss the differences between Preliminary and Clear Credentials, the value of leadership coaching and how LACOE supports teachers transitioning into administration. Watch to learn how you can advance your education career!