Clear Administrative Services Credential
The Rossier CASC Program offers a rigorous, individualized pathway to the Clear Administrative Services Credential, grounded in real-time leadership practice.
PK-12 leaders apply personalized learning to their roles—building the capacity needed to authentically direct complex educational systems.
Welcome to CTC-approved Rossier Advanced Leadership Academy (Clear Administrative Services Credential program).
Candidates may enroll in this Academy once they provide verification of:
- Valid Preliminary Administrative Services Credential or Certificate of eligibility
- Proof of full-time employment in an administrative position
All candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Possess a valid Preliminary Administrative Services Credential (PASC)
- Verify a minimum of two years of successful experience in a full-time administrative position in a California public school, nonpublic school, or private school of equivalent status, while holding the PASC.
- Be enrolled in the CASC program upon placement in an administrative position, but no later than one year from activation of the PASC.
Program Details
Rossier CASC Mission
The mission of the CASC Program is to develop effective and equity-driven educational leaders by providing personalized, trust-based leadership coaching and meaningful professional learning experiences. Through this intentional support, the program strengthens leaders’ capacity to positively influence teaching, learning, and school communities across the region.
Rossier CASC Vision
The CASC Program envisions administrators who complete the program as reflective, equity-driven leaders equipped to cultivate school environments where every learner can flourish. Graduates will demonstrate a growth-oriented mindset and the leadership capacity to build and sustain dynamic educational ecosystems that prepare all students for success in college, career, community, and life.
Who Should Apply?
The CASC program is designed for emerging school leaders who are eager to strengthen their leadership capacity and make a lasting difference in their educational communities. We encourage applications from:
- Early-Career Administrators with a Preliminary Credential: Individuals who have recently earned their Preliminary Administrative Services Credential and are ready to clear it while deepening their practical leadership skills.
- Current School or District Leaders: Educators already serving in administrative roles—such as assistant principals, principals, or district-level coordinators—who seek to refine their leadership practice and fulfill credentialing requirements.
- This program is ideal for those who are motivated, reflective, and committed to advancing equitable, effective leadership in today’s schools.
To remain in compliance with CTC requirements, new administrators must enroll in an approved Induction Program within their first year of serving in an administrative role. Enrollment must be completed prior to attending the Program Orientation. The USC CASC Program accepts new cohorts once in the Fall, annually.
Program Design
- Two-year program and fully online : Candidates are supported at their work site and all learning occurs synchronously online.
- 40 hours of Coaching Support
Coaching is the cornerstone of the USC CASC Program, providing every candidate with sustained, individualized guidance throughout the two-year induction experience. Shortly after enrollment, candidates are matched with a Coach based on their professional background, leadership context, and areas of focus to ensure a strong and supportive partnership. All Coaches are seasoned educational leaders who bring extensive administrative experience and a deep understanding of school systems. - 60 hours of professional learning:
All professional learning sessions are aligned to the CPSEL standards and measure student progress towards proficiency in those standards through assignments, discussions and on-the-job visits and observations by the Coach. Professional learning in the CASC Program is both comprehensive and individualized and total 60 hours per year .These are all provided virtually.- 12 hours of CPSEL-aligned workshops
- 18 hours of job aligned workshops.
- 10 hours of PLC with cohort
- 20 hours of district approved workshops and training.
The total tuition for the CASC program is $10,000. To secure your space, a $500 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration.
Please note, payments are accepted only by credit card through our secure portal or by check mailed to our office.
For school districts requiring a Purchase Order (PO), our office is happy to provide guidance and support.
All candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Possess a valid Preliminary Administrative Services Credential (PASC)
- Verify a minimum of two years of successful experience in a full-time administrative position in a California public school, nonpublic school, or private school of equivalent status, while holding the PASC.
- Be enrolled in the CASC program upon placement in an administrative position, but no later than one year from activation of the PASC.
Please review the CASC Handbook for more details.
Most course materials will be provided electronically through the program’s learning management system. Some textbooks may be required. Each participant will also receive a USC email address which provides full access to USC’s extensive digital resources for research and learning. All communication from USC is conducted using the USC email assigned to each participant.
- CASC Candidate MOU
- Verification of Credential- current valid preliminary administrative services credential or a certificate of eligibility
- Verification of Employment on district letterhead from the HR department
- Letter of Recommendation for direct supervisor recommending you to the USC Rossier Advanced Leadership Academy
- Professional Resume
- Written response to a prompt
- Submit the $25.00 Application Fee
- Complete a 30-minute admissions interview
Candidates may apply for a low-interest loan through the USC Credit Union. Details on the Certificate Program Loan can be found [here].
If you have any questions or need support with tuition or payment processes, please don’t hesitate to contact Dr. Fal Asrani, Program Administrator at falasran@rossier.usc.edu.