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International School Technology Leadership Certification (ISTLC)

Lead with vision, clarity, and confidence—ISTLC empowers international school leaders to drive innovation in both learning and IT systems. Join the blended course that bridges strategy and hands-on practice for real-world impact.

Program Structure

  • 3-Day In-Person Workshop

     Deep, hands-on learning with expert facilitators and peers

  • Work-Embedded Practical Application

     Apply what you learn directly in your school context

  • Final Leadership Action Plan

    Submit a capstone that demonstrates your strategic growth

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Key Details

Dates

May 6-8 2026

Pricing

  • $1150USD – Early Bird (until 30 June 2025)
  • $1250USD (until 30 September 2025)
  • $1350USD (after 30 September 2025)

Group discounts of $100USD per person are available for groups of three or more from the same school.

Extra $200USD to add day 2 of Lead To Succeed (Combo Ticket)

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Certification Requirements

To earn your Level 1 International School Technology Leader certification, you must:

  • Attend all in-person sessions of the 3-day workshop
  • Submit a Leadership Action Plan for a school-based technology initiative
  • The plan should be shared as a PDF or Google Doc link via email and accompanied by a brief reflection explaining your development process, your use of AI assistance, and key takeaways

What You’ll Gain

  • Certified as a Level 1 International School Technology Leader
  • Digital Badge + Email Signature Graphic
  • Blockchain-secured digital credential
  • Featured profile on 21C Learning website
  • Robust professional network with peers across international schools
  • Diverse professional learning community you can tap into post course
  • Learn facilitation strategies you can bring back to your school
  • High-value tools, resources, and real-world strategies you can use immediately

Who Should Attend?

  • Technology Coordinators, Coaches, or Integrators aspiring to leadership roles
  • IT Managers or Technicians ready to step into strategic leadership
  • New Technology Directors building foundational leadership skills
  • Experienced Tech Leaders seeking recognition and deeper networked learning

We’ve released a free white paper on Developing Technology Leadership in International Schools

Acknowledging the significant gap between technological innovation and the leadership capacity  in international schools – this white paper examines the multifaceted reasons why such a program like ISTLC is necessary – exploring the major macro changes in technology that are transforming education globally and examine the unique challenges faced by international schools in their pursuit of effective technology integration.

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Facilitator: Warren Apel

Warren Apel is the Director of Technology at The American School in Japan. He serves as the Regional Technology Consultant for EARCOS and the Global Project Facilitator for the World Digital School Project. He is a National Board Certified Teacher, an Apple Distinguished Educator, and a Google for Education Certified Innovator. He co-founded Scholastico and Ecoballot, two successful EdTech startup companies. His personal mission statement is to improve learning through the well-managed and purposeful use of digital technologies. Warren is a founding member of the AI in Education Collaborative.

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