Nevada Department of EducationNevada Department of Education

    Administrator of a School and/or Program


    These licenses or endorsements allow an educator to work as a School Administrator or School Program Administrator.
    The relevant sections in Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) specifying the requirements to hold these license types are below:

    Administrator of a School (Grades K through 12)

    Administrator of a Program (Grades K through 12)

    • Programs include:
      • Nursing
      • Psychology as it is applied in a school
      • Speech Therapy
      • Physical Therapy
      • Occupational Therapy
      • School Counselor

      Frequently Asked Questions

      Q: How do I apply for a reciprocal School Program or Administrator license?
      A: For information on Reciprocity, please visit our New Teachers (out of state) section of the website.

      Q: How do I apply for a license?
      A: You must create an OPAL account and submit your electronic application and supporting documentation online to our office.

      Q: Do I have to take the Parental Involvement and Family Engagement coursework if I hold one of these license types?
      A: Yes.

      Q: What testing do I have to take for these license types?
      A: Testing is not required for Nevada licensure, but may be required by your college or university. Please check with your program for further information.