CETL Exam Information and Outline
Certified Education Technology Leader Global Core Exam
Syllabus Update Checked on: November 9, 2026
CETL Exam Syllabus & Study Guide
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The information below reflects the 2026 syllabus defined by
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- Exam Format
- Computer-based multiple-choice examination (approx. 125 questions)
- Leadership and Vision
- Leadership and vision for education technology
- Strategic planning aligned to instructional goals
- Ethics and policies; communication and stakeholder engagement
- Team building, staffing and professional development
- Understanding the Educational Environment
- Educational environment, learning and instruction
- Digital equity and inclusion
- Curriculum and instructional technology integration
- Managing Technology and Support Resources
- Business management, budgeting and funding (E-Rate)
- Procurement, contracts and vendor management
- Program and project management
- Data management, privacy (FERPA, CIPA, COPPA) and cybersecurity
- IT infrastructure, networks, cloud and support services