Cambridge International Certificate in Educational Leadership - Cohort 5
Time limit: 125 days
150 points
Instructor: Nidal Abounajem
Spots remaining: 3
Full course description
16
Weeks
Programme duration
150
Hours
Total learning hours
16
Live sessions
One per week, online
L4
FHEQ
International benchmark
1
Portfolio
No written exam
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Overview Course Description |
The Cambridge International Certificate in Educational Leadership (5883) is an internationally recognised professional development qualification designed for current and aspiring educational leaders who want to strengthen their leadership knowledge, skills and professional practice.
Offered by Sharjah Education Academy (SEA), the programme provides participants with the opportunity to explore contemporary educational leadership theories, international research and effective leadership practices while applying their learning directly within their own educational contexts.
The course helps candidates to:
| 01 | engage critically with relevant concepts, principles, theories, and best practices from around the world; |
| 02 | apply new ideas and approaches in reflective practice in their own teaching and learning context; |
| 03 | formatively evaluate experiences to plan further development; and |
| 04 | transform the quality of teaching and school leadership to improve the outcomes of students. |
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The programme places a strong emphasis on connecting leadership theory with professional practice. Through guided learning, independent study, workplace application, mentoring, peer collaboration and critical reflection, participants develop the knowledge and skills required to become more reflective and effective educational leaders.
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Audience Who Is the Course For? |
The Cambridge International Certificate in Educational Leadership is designed for candidates who have leadership roles in schools or other parts of the educational system, as well as aspiring educational leaders.
The programme is particularly suitable for:
School leaders and aspiring school leaders
Middle leaders
Heads of departments
Subject and phase leaders
Academic and programme coordinators
Educational professionals responsible for teachers or other leaders
Educators preparing to move into leadership positions
Please note
Candidates should have opportunities within their professional context to apply their learning, reflect on their leadership practice and gather evidence of their professional development.
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Outcomes Learning Outcomes |
The Cambridge International Certificate in Educational Leadership is for candidates with leadership roles in schools, or who are leaders in other parts of the educational system with direct responsibilities for teachers or leaders, and for aspiring leaders, who want to:
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inform their understanding of educational leadership through an introductory study of contemporary international theories and research |
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research findings and insights about effective leadership practice from their own educational context and from international studies |
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apply their leadership learning to their own leadership role and practice through critical reflection, mentoring and peer feedback |
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identify their priorities for professional development and create a development plan to present to their own leadership or governing body |
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develop foundational skills in academic study, professional reflection, collaborative enquiry and academic writing as a basis for further study. |
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Delivery Course Delivery at Sharjah Education Academy |
The programme is offered by Sharjah Education Academy over 16 weeks and is designed to provide participants with a flexible learning experience that can be completed alongside their professional responsibilities.
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Participants attend One facilitated online session per week for 16 weeks. |
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1 facilitated online session every week · independent study, workplace application and portfolio development between sessions
The weekly online sessions provide structured opportunities to engage with educational leadership concepts, research and professional practice while interacting and collaborating with the instructor and fellow participants.
Between sessions, participants continue their learning through independent study, professional reading, workplace activities, reflection, peer collaboration and portfolio development.
Course at a Glance
Provider
Sharjah Education Academy (SEA)
Qualification
Cambridge International Certificate in Educational Leadership
Cambridge Syllabus Code
5883
Duration
16 weeks
Delivery Mode
Online
Live Sessions
One facilitated online session per week
Total Learning Hours
150 hours
Assessment
Professional portfolio
Awarding Body
Cambridge International Education
Payment
Course fees can be paid in installments
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Learning Hours 150 Learning Hours |
The programme comprises a total of 150 learning hours, combining guided learning, independent learning and practical application within the participant's professional context.
150
LEARNING HOURS
| 50h GL |
50h IL |
50h WBL |
■ GL Guided Learning
■ IL Independent and Collaborative Learning
■ WBL Work-Based Learning
Select each component to expand.
This approach enables participants to connect theory, practice and reflection throughout the programme.
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Approach Learning Approach |
The Cambridge Professional Development Qualification adopts a practice-based approach to professional learning.
Rather than focusing only on theoretical knowledge, participants are encouraged to investigate educational leadership within their own professional context and apply new ideas to real leadership situations.
Learn
about leadership
Practise
leadership
Reflect
on leadership
↻ A CONTINUOUS CYCLE: THEORY · PRACTICE · REFLECTION
Throughout the programme, participants engage in:
| educational leadership theory and international research; | |
| facilitated professional learning; | |
| individual study and professional enquiry; | |
| collaborative learning with peers; | |
| mentoring and professional feedback; | |
| application of learning within the workplace; | |
| critical reflection on leadership practice; and | |
| professional development planning. |
The programme therefore creates a strong connection between learning about leadership, practising leadership and reflecting on leadership.
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Assessment Assessment |
Assessment for the Cambridge International Certificate in Educational Leadership is based on a professional portfolio of evidence, learning and critical reflection.
3,600 words
Approximately 3,600 words of evidence together with relevant work-based records
External assessment
The portfolio is externally assessed by Cambridge International Education
No written exam
There is no traditional written examination
The portfolio provides candidates with an opportunity to demonstrate how they have:
| 1 | engaged with educational leadership concepts, theories and research; |
| 2 | investigated leadership practice within their professional context; |
| 3 | applied their learning to their own leadership role; |
| 4 | gathered and considered professional feedback; |
| 5 | critically reflected on their leadership practice; and |
| 6 | identified priorities for their continuing professional development. |
The assessment focuses on authentic professional learning, workplace application and critical reflection.
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Level Qualification Level |
The Cambridge International Certificate in Educational Leadership (5883) is internationally benchmarked at Level 4 of the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ).
The qualification provides participants with a strong foundation for continued professional development in educational leadership.
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09 Language English Language Requirements |
Candidates studying the programme in English should have sufficient English language proficiency to engage with professional and academic literature, participate effectively in professional discussions and complete the required portfolio.
Cambridge identifies a level comparable to
CEFR B2IELTS 5.5
as an appropriate level of English language proficiency.
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10 Fees Flexible Payment Option |
To provide participants with greater flexibility, Sharjah Education Academy offers the option to pay the course fee in installments.
Participants can therefore spread the cost of the programme across multiple payments rather than paying the full course fee upfront, in accordance with SEA's applicable payment schedule and terms.
Pay in installments
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Instructor Meet Your Instructor |
Course Instructor
Dr Nidal Abou Najam
Teacher trainerSchool improvement specialistSchool inspectorLeadership coachBilingual facilitatorDr Nidal Abou Najam is an experienced educator, teacher trainer, school improvement specialist, school inspector and leadership coach with extensive experience in education, teacher development, school improvement, English language instruction, raising school standards, senior school management and educational leadership.
As a bilingual facilitator and educational leader, Dr Nidal is passionate about school improvement, educational leadership, student development and enhancing the quality of teaching and learning across diverse educational settings.
His professional experience enables participants to connect educational leadership theories and international research with practical leadership challenges and improvement priorities within their own schools and educational contexts.
CERTIFICATE
5883
FHEQ LEVEL 4
CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION
12 Award
Candidates who successfully complete the programme and meet the Cambridge assessment requirements will receive the:
Cambridge International Certificate in Educational Leadership (5883)
The qualification is awarded by Cambridge International Education and provides internationally benchmarked recognition of professional learning and development in educational leadership.
The qualification demonstrates the candidate's commitment to developing their professional leadership practice and applying evidence-informed approaches to improving leadership, teaching and learning within their educational context.
Cambridge International Certificate in Educational Leadership (5883) · Awarded by Cambridge International Education