Principal

A Principal provides strategic leadership and manages school operations, guiding staff and students toward academic success and well-being. They set educational goals, oversee budgets, implement policies, and foster community relations.

Principals ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment, support professional development, and mentor teachers. Engaging with parents, local communities, and other stakeholders is also key to promoting collaboration and enhancing student outcomes.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $163,800
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a principal?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
Recommended

Bachelor of Arts and Master of Teaching
On Campus
4 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Education Consultant Academic Tutor Education Manager
Principal Secondary School Teacher
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Education Consultant Academic Tutor Education Manager Principal Secondary School Teacher + 2 more

Master of Education (Educational Leadership)
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $45,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Assistant Principal Deputy Principal Educational Administrator
Principal Program Leader Early Childhood Center Manager
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Assistant Principal Deputy Principal Educational Administrator Principal Program Leader Early Childhood Center Manager + 3 more

Master of Education (Leadership and Management)
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $64,616
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Assistant Principal Educational Administrator Lead Teacher
Principal Early Childhood Center Manager
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Assistant Principal Educational Administrator Lead Teacher Principal Early Childhood Center Manager + 2 more

Master of Education
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $36,150
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Education Consultant Principal Curriculum Developer
Education Researcher Educational Administrator Curriculum Planner
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Education Consultant Principal Curriculum Developer Education Researcher Educational Administrator Curriculum Planner + 3 more

Doctor of Education
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 - 4 years
$0 - $118,512
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
University Professor Principal Education Consultant
Academic Researcher Educational Administrator Superintendent Director of Education
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
University Professor Principal Education Consultant Academic Researcher Educational Administrator Superintendent Director of Education + 4 more

Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership
Blended, Online
6 - 8 months
$0 - $13,680
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Instructional Leader Assistant Principal Curriculum Developer
Deputy Principal Principal Lead Educator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Instructional Leader Assistant Principal Curriculum Developer Deputy Principal Principal Lead Educator + 3 more
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