PASC Program FAQs
- Question What is the PASC program?
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The Preliminary Administrative Services Credential (PASC) prepares educators to pursue leadership roles in California schools (ex: assistant principal, principal, dean, etc.).
- Question Is the PASC program fully online?
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Yes. The program is 100% online.
- Question How long does the program take to complete?
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Most students complete the program in one academic year (Summer, Fall, and Spring).
- Question How many units is the program?
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The program is twenty-four units in total.
- Question When does the next cohort begin?
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The next cohort begins in Summer 2026.
- Question Can I start in Spring or Fall?
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No. New cohorts begin in the Summer term only.
- Question How does the cohort model work if the program is online?
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Students move through the program together as a cohort, taking the same classes at the same time. This builds community, consistency, and support—even in an online format.
- Question Are classes synchronous or asynchronous?
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Both. Courses include live Zoom sessions (synchronous) and independent online work (asynchronous).
- Question How often are Zoom meetings held?
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Most courses meet live on Zoom once per week.
- Question When are Zoom meetings typically scheduled?
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Zoom sessions are usually held on weekday evenings to support working professionals.
- Question Is the program manageable for full-time teachers and parents?
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Yes. Most students work full-time, and many have families. The program is designed with working educators in mind.
- Question Is the program lock-step?
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Yes. The program follows a structured course sequence, meaning courses are designed to be taken in a specific order.
- Question Can I take only one course per term?
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Because the program is lock-step, taking one course at a time would significantly extend your timeline and may require waiting until the following year for certain courses.
- Question Can I switch class sections after I register?
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Yes, as long as another section still has open seats available.
- Question Does the program include fieldwork?
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Yes. The program includes applied field-based components aligned with leadership practice.
- Question Can I complete fieldwork at my current school?
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In most cases, yes. Many students’ complete requirements at their current site while working full-time.
- Question Are CalAPA exams included in the program?
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Yes. CalAPA preparation and support are embedded into program coursework.
- Question Do I complete CalAPA on my own?
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Students complete their submissions individually, but receive structured support and guidance through the program.
- Question Are applications open now?
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Yes, we are currently accepting applications for the upcoming cohort.
- Question Is there an application deadline?
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There is no official hard deadline, but we strongly recommend applying early.
- Question How many students are typically in a cohort?
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We typically enroll about 35–40 students per cohort to maintain individualized support.
- Question Are payment plans available?
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Yes. Admitted students can work with Student Accounts to set up a payment plan.
- Question Is tuition eligible for financial aid?
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No. As this is a non-degree seeking program, it is not eligible for financial aid.
- Question Can I transfer credits into the PASC program from another university?
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At this time, transfer credits are not accepted due to the structured cohort sequence and program alignment.
- Question Can I speak with someone before applying?
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Yes! We are happy to connect by phone or Zoom to answer questions and help you plan next steps. Please email our Academic Program Manager, Liz Miranda, at sgee@laverne.edu to set up a time to speak.