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Masters in Special Education and Teaching Programs in New York

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Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development

New York, NY •

New York University •

Graduate School

• • Rating 4.32 out of 5   28 reviews

Master's Student: So far I’m almost a year into NYU Steinhardt’s online speech program and I love it! For those who don’t mind online learning and can time manage, this is for you. It gives me more flexibility and encourages me to stay on top of asynchronous work for my zoom meets. Another big plus about this program and why I chose it is that I did not graduate with a bachelor’s in speech or CSD. This program offers most prerequisite classes that extend your plan of study but is so worth it. The only down side is the prerequisites required by ASHA cannot be taken through their program. So while I have taken statistics, a biological and behavioral /social science during my undergrad I will need to take a physical science outside of the program before I start my clinic/practicums. Overall, many of my peers seem to enjoy the program too and even though the program is online for me, the helpfulness and acceptance from professors is truly unmatched. ... Read 28 reviews

New York University ,

Graduate School ,

NEW YORK, NY ,

28 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says So far I’m almost a year into NYU Steinhardt’s online speech program and I love it! For those who don’t mind online learning and can time manage, this is for you. It gives me more flexibility and... .

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Warner School of Education and Human Development

Rochester, NY •

University of Rochester •

• • Rating 4 out of 5   1 review

Master's Student: The inclusion classes are great. Some of the professors exhibit some microaggressions, but for the most part the education is good. It is a smaller school, so everybody knows each other, which can be good or bad, depending on how you look at it. Overall a pretty good school, but my undergrad was better so I tend to compare the two. ... Read 1 review

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University of Rochester ,

ROCHESTER, NY ,

1 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says The inclusion classes are great. Some of the professors exhibit some microaggressions, but for the most part the education is good. It is a smaller school, so everybody knows each other, which can be... .

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School of Education - Syracuse University

Syracuse, NY •

Syracuse University •

Graduate Student: Professors are more than willing to help you most of the time. Not a lot of room to change up classes if you have a difficult personal life/schedule. ... Read 1 review

Syracuse University ,

SYRACUSE, NY ,

Featured Review: Graduate Student says Professors are more than willing to help you most of the time. Not a lot of room to change up classes if you have a difficult personal life/schedule. .

University of La Verne

Graduate School •

LA VERNE, CA

• • Rating 4.5 out of 5   66

SUNY Plattsburgh

PLATTSBURGH, NY

• • Rating 3.67 out of 5   12

SUNY Plattsburgh School of Education, Health, and Human Services

SUNY Plattsburgh •

• • Rating 3 out of 5   1

Binghamton University, SUNY College of Community and Public Affairs

Binghamton, NY •

Binghamton University, SUNY •

• • Rating 4.71 out of 5   7 reviews

Master's Student: My experience at Binghamton University has been good. I've been given the ability to pursue multiple different tracks within biomedical engineering and have had a multitude of options when it comes to picking my classes. I have also been able to get my master's degree in 1 year by taking master's classes during my senior year of undergrad at Binghamton. I also have access to a large number of labs and have always been able to talk to any of the professors heading these labs about what they do. ... Read 7 reviews

Binghamton University, SUNY ,

BINGHAMTON, NY ,

7 Niche users give it an average review of 4.7 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says My experience at Binghamton University has been good. I've been given the ability to pursue multiple different tracks within biomedical engineering and have had a multitude of options when it comes... .

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Graduate School of Education - Fordham University

Fordham University •

• • Rating 3.8 out of 5   10 reviews

Master's Student: the best part about this experience is all of the hands-on experience we get. i am in th mental health counseling program, and most of our work is split between educaitonal courses and practicum courses, where we can actually practice our therapy skills. It is very helpful for someone like me, who wants to be a therpist but does not have much individual counseling experience. The only downside that I can identify is the lack of guidance when it comes to certain administrative things, such as course registration. the class schedule is layed out perfectly for us., but registration is a bit difficult due to some unorganization on some peoples part. ... Read 10 reviews

Fordham University ,

10 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says the best part about this experience is all of the hands-on experience we get. i am in th mental health counseling program, and most of our work is split between educaitonal courses and practicum... .

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Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. School of Education

St. John Fisher University •

St. John Fisher University ,

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School of Health Sciences and Human Performance - Ithaca College

Ithaca, NY •

Ithaca College •

• • Rating 5 out of 5   1 review

Current Master's student: The program I am in is the Mental Performance Masters program. This program for me so far has been exceptional. The course I am taking along with the professors and their mastery of the topic make this program amazing. For someone that minored in psychology in undergrad, I fit into the style of this program very well. I went from constant lectures with my major courses in undergrad, to now discussing topics every day in class and applying it in role play scenarios. When it comes down to topics and theories, since I have been able to apply them first-hand, I feel a lot more confident with my ability to practice the things I have learned without hesitation. ... Read 1 review

Ithaca College ,

ITHACA, NY ,

1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Current Master's student says The program I am in is the Mental Performance Masters program. This program for me so far has been exceptional. The course I am taking along with the professors and their mastery of the topic make... .

St. Bonaventure University School of Education

St Bonaventure, NY •

St. Bonaventure University •

• • Rating 5 out of 5   6 reviews

Master's Student: There's a lot of interaction with classmates and the material is interesting. The variety of classes is great and the student advisors are helpful. ... Read 6 reviews

St. Bonaventure University ,

ST BONAVENTURE, NY ,

6 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says There's a lot of interaction with classmates and the material is interesting. The variety of classes is great and the student advisors are helpful. .

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School of Education and Health - Manhattan College

Riverdale, NY •

Manhattan College •

• • Rating 5 out of 5   2 reviews

Other: I am a Health Information Technician graduate from Ethiopia and now I am a candidate or a health informatician. My dream is I want to be an outstanding professional in the fields of HI. I want to work with a DHIS2 and to eliminate health and information bias. ... Read 2 reviews

Manhattan College ,

RIVERDALE, NY ,

2 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Other says I am a Health Information Technician graduate from Ethiopia and now I am a candidate or a health informatician. My dream is I want to be an outstanding professional in the fields of HI. I want to... .

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School of Education and Health Sciences - Adelphi University

Garden City, NY •

Adelphi University •

Adelphi University ,

GARDEN CITY, NY ,

School of Education - University at Albany, SUNY

Albany, NY •

University at Albany, SUNY •

Master's Student: Professors are supportive and are always willing to help! The curriculum for my major covers all bases of the profession in depth. ... Read 2 reviews

University at Albany, SUNY ,

ALBANY, NY ,

Featured Review: Master's Student says Professors are supportive and are always willing to help! The curriculum for my major covers all bases of the profession in depth. .

Hofstra University's School of Education

Hempstead, NY •

Hofstra University •

• • Rating 5 out of 5   3 reviews

Master's Student: I just started at Hofstra University last semester. Throughout the application process through my first semester, I always felt that the staff at Hofstra were so welcoming and encouraging. I feel as if the staff truly care about how you are doing and want to help you succeed. My favorite part of Hofstra so far is that all of my professors have been so understanding. Balancing work and school can be very overwhelming, especially in the beginning. Anytime I needed extra help or time with assignments or anything, my professors were so kind and understanding. The professors at Hofstra are also extremely intelligent. In just one semester, I feel that I have learned so much. Overall, I have no complaints and urge every student going into education to choose Hofstra. ... Read 3 reviews

Hofstra University ,

HEMPSTEAD, NY ,

3 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says I just started at Hofstra University last semester. Throughout the application process through my first semester, I always felt that the staff at Hofstra were so welcoming and encouraging. I feel as... .

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CUNY Brooklyn College School of Education

Brooklyn, NY •

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CUNY Brooklyn College ,

BROOKLYN, NY ,

CUNY Queens College School of Education

Queens, NY •

CUNY Queens College •

• • Rating 4.36 out of 5   11 reviews

Master's Student: I am currently in my second year of the school psychology program. I have had a wonderful experience with my professors and other students in my cohort. The professors offer tons of support and resources to help us flow through the process. Next year I will be in my full year, unpaid internship. During internship, we are also required to take three classes in the fall and two classes in the spring. This will be a tough year to come, but I know I have great support and will be more than ready for my career upon graduation. ... Read 11 reviews

CUNY Queens College ,

QUEENS, NY ,

11 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says I am currently in my second year of the school psychology program. I have had a wonderful experience with my professors and other students in my cohort. The professors offer tons of support and... .

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School of Education and Human Services - Molloy University

Rockville Centre, NY •

Molloy University •

Niche User: Professors are down to Earth and approachable. Course requirements are clear and obtainable. Recruitment and admissions procedures where easy and not aggressive. ... Read 1 review

Molloy University ,

ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY ,

Featured Review: Niche User says Professors are down to Earth and approachable. Course requirements are clear and obtainable. Recruitment and admissions procedures where easy and not aggressive. .

School of Education - CUNY Lehman College

Bronx, NY •

CUNY Lehman College •

Master's Student: My academic experience at Lehman College has been great because the professors show empathy, passion and care for their students. My professors are understanding of the responsibilities I have outside of school and always manage being supportive. The only downfall is I haven't been able to physically take classes on campus because my Master's program is fully online. Overall, I love the student and professor culture, safety regulations and the size of campus. ... Read 2 reviews

CUNY Lehman College ,

BRONX, NY ,

Featured Review: Master's Student says My academic experience at Lehman College has been great because the professors show empathy, passion and care for their students. My professors are understanding of the responsibilities I have... .

Purcell School of Professional Studies

Le Moyne College •

Master's Student: I have not yet started my Occupational Therapy graduate program, but working with this school has been wonderful. Throughout my entire application process the faculty at Le Moyne college were extremely responsive and helpful. They truly care about their students and it shows! ... Read 2 reviews

Le Moyne College ,

Featured Review: Master's Student says I have not yet started my Occupational Therapy graduate program, but working with this school has been wonderful. Throughout my entire application process the faculty at Le Moyne college were... .

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School of education - suny new paltz.

New Paltz, NY •

SUNY New Paltz •

SUNY New Paltz ,

NEW PALTZ, NY ,

St. Joseph's University, New York

• • Rating 4.75 out of 5   12 reviews

Administrator: College can be a very exciting and transformative time in a student's life. It's a place where you'll have the opportunity to learn new things, meet new people, and gain experiences that can shape your future. One of the most significant changes when transitioning from high school to college is the level of independence that you'll have. You'll be responsible for managing your time, balancing academic and personal responsibilities, and making decisions that can impact your future. Of course, college can also be challenging at times. You'll likely encounter academic and personal challenges, and you may feel overwhelmed or stressed at various points. However, with the right resources and support, you can overcome these challenges and grow as a person. Overall, college can be a wonderful and fulfilling experience, and it's up to you to make the most of your time there. ... Read 12 reviews

12 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.

Featured Review: Administrator says College can be a very exciting and transformative time in a student's life. It's a place where you'll have the opportunity to learn new things, meet new people, and gain experiences that can shape... One of the most significant changes when transitioning from high school to college is the level of independence that you'll have. You'll be responsible for managing your time, balancing academic and... Of course, college can also be challenging at times. You'll likely encounter academic and personal challenges, and you may feel overwhelmed or stressed at various points. However, with the right... Overall, college can be a wonderful and fulfilling experience, and it's up to you to make the most of your time there. .

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College of Education - CUNY City College of New York

CUNY City College of New York •

CUNY City College of New York ,

School of Education - CUNY Hunter College

CUNY Hunter College •

• • Rating 3.78 out of 5   9 reviews

Master's Student: Mostly solid professors, good support staff willing to help if they're not busy but they're often very busy. ... Read 9 reviews

CUNY Hunter College ,

9 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says Mostly solid professors, good support staff willing to help if they're not busy but they're often very busy. .

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SUNY Oswego School of Education

Oswego, NY •

SUNY Oswego •

Current Master's student: The academic program is rewarding, enriching, and challenging. The professors challenge us and encourage us to do our best work so we become the best educators possible. I would strongly recommend anyone wanting to gain a Masters in Education to enroll at SUNY Oswego. ... Read 3 reviews

SUNY Oswego ,

OSWEGO, NY ,

Featured Review: Current Master's student says The academic program is rewarding, enriching, and challenging. The professors challenge us and encourage us to do our best work so we become the best educators possible. I would strongly recommend... .

Niagara University College of Education

Niagara University, NY •

Niagara University •

Niche User: The environment, the students, and the professors at Niagara University all create such a welcoming place especially to start as a freshmen in college. They have so many helpful resources, with many friendly faces around campus willing to help with anything you may need. Campus life was great too. Between the movie nights, concerts, and other activities they put on for students to participate in, you'll never get bored being at NU! ... Read 2 reviews

Niagara University ,

NIAGARA UNIVERSITY, NY ,

Featured Review: Niche User says The environment, the students, and the professors at Niagara University all create such a welcoming place especially to start as a freshmen in college. They have so many helpful resources, with many... .

Pace University School of Education

Pace University •

• • Rating 4.4 out of 5   5 reviews

Master's Student: The professors try very hard to help assist in lesson planning and any social issues you may have. I was teaching children on the autism spectrum and although the professors courses are geared towards general education teachers, they were empathetic towards special education teachers. ... Read 5 reviews

Pace University ,

5 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says The professors try very hard to help assist in lesson planning and any social issues you may have. I was teaching children on the autism spectrum and although the professors courses are geared... .

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Lehigh University

BETHLEHEM, PA

• • Rating 4.45 out of 5   20

The New School

NEW YORK, NY

• • Rating 4.46 out of 5   37

Pratt Institute School of Continuing and Professional

Pratt Institute •

BROOKLYN, NY

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Education & Special Education

Our Master's programs in Education & Special Education are designed for experienced teachers seeking an advanced degree and students at the beginning of their careers.

Completion of a program leads to a Master of Science degree as well as certification in both general and special education (birth-grade 2 or grades 1-6) or special education (grades 7-12), upon your meeting all NYSED requirements, including taking required seminars and workshops, filing fingerprints with NYSED, and passing NYS teacher certification exams.

We offer three programs:

What you’ll learn.

Whatever your program, you’ll be exposed to the latest evidence-based teaching theories and methods and how to integrate common core learning standards into your teaching. You’ll learn how critical it is to understand the various cultural contexts of the New York City metro area’s large and diverse student body. You’ll also get ample time putting what you’ve learned into  practice in actual classrooms .

Explore the important role that home life and community plays in a child’s emotional and academic development, as well as innovative approaches to encourage creative and critical thinking.

Take state-required seminars and workshops  on topical concerns such as child abuse, school violence prevention, substance abuse, child safety, autism and bullying and harassment. We also offer test prep workshops to help prepare you for your teacher certification exams.

Make sure to review our admissions requirements and certification guidelines , and contact us with any questions.

Online Option

The three programs described above may be completed online, with the exception of field experience and practicum courses, which require work in actual school classrooms. All online courses are asynchronous (students are not required to log on and meet at specific times during the semester) and are offered through the Canvas platform. Online courses use the same syllabi and have the same student learning objectives as live courses. Check if online courses are right for you.

Matriculated & Non-Matriculated Students

Non-matriculated students can  apply and register online . Non-matriculated students taking online courses should contact Virginia Seda, Online Site Director, at  [email protected]  for advisement on the courses to take to achieve their goals.

Matriculated students should meet with their program personnel and register through the  TouroOne portal .

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Be An Essential Advocate

The MSEd in Special Education prepares you to empower student success in the fastest-growing area of the education profession. You will gain enhanced knowledge of learning disabilities and differences, as well as the methods and strategies to increase your effectiveness in the classroom. You will develop your skills and expertise in implementing inclusionary practices, and differentiated instruction techniques to help students with special learning needs and abilities become successful and lifelong learners.

Be Ahead of the Class

• Get hired. Our strong partnerships with local school districts mean that our students are getting hired before they even graduate.
• Our coursework integrates key knowledge and dispositions necessary to teach in today’s modern classrooms, using technology to address the specific needs of all learners, including students with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse students.
• We are a proud member of the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP), an accreditation organization for educator preparation programs that promotes the preparation of effective educators by way of innovative, outcomes-focused programs that engage education’s toughest challenges, directly and in context.

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Designed for teachers with their certification in early childhood, childhood or adolescent education, the 30-credit master’s program is organized into three interrelated strands that integrate theory, technique, and practice in instruction and assessment.

• ED 670 Trends and Issues in Special Education
• ED 675 Students with Severe Disabilities
• ED 677 Literacy for Children with Special Needs

Experiential Learning and Opportunities 

Become prepared to work with students who have disabilities. Deepen your knowledge about the characteristics of typical and atypical learners. Learn how to effectively use inclusive practices and differentiated instruction to support students with special needs and abilities. The program culminates in a one-semester, full-time practicum in a classroom setting with students with disabilities, and a related teacher-as-researcher course that includes an action research project.

Choose Your Career

After completing the program, you are eligible for an initial certificate in teaching students with disabilities.

Where are Pace Graduates Employed?

NYC Department of Education, Dutchess, Putnam, Rockland, and Westchester School Districts

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Certified childhood or adolescent teachers who want to become specialists in teaching students with disabilities. 

What You Learn 

Become prepared to work with students who have disabilities. Deepen your knowledge about the characteristics of typical and atypical learners. Learn how to effectively use inclusive practices and differentiated instruction for students with special needs and learning styles. 

How You Learn 

The 30-credit master’s program is organized into three interrelated strands that integrate theory, technique, and practice in instruction and assessment. 

The program culminates in a one-semester, full-time practicum in a classroom setting and a related, teacher-as-researcher course that includes an action research project. 

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After completing the program, candidates are eligible for an initial or professional certificate in teaching students with disabilities. 

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Bachelor of science early childhood education and early childhood special education birth–grade 2, initial certification.

Prepare to teach young children at different developmental stages and with varying capacities and needs through course work and field experiences.

Bachelor of Science Childhood Education and Childhood Special Education Grades 1–6, Initial Certification

Gain hands-on experience student teaching in schools and collaborating with families to teach children with varying capacities and needs.

Master of Arts in Teaching Teaching Students with Disabilities: Transformational Teaching Grades 7–12, Initial Certification

Get the in-demand skills you need to become a secondary school educator for students with disabilities and other learning challenges. Graduates are eligible for initial certification.

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Master of Arts in Teaching Teaching Students with Disabilities and Computer Science: Transformational Teaching Grades 7–12, Initial Certification

Become a skilled educator for students with disabilities in grades 7–12 and also prepare to teach computer science in all grades in this initial certification program. Generous grants available!

Master of Arts in Teaching Secondary Education: Teacher Residency Initial Certification

In one year, you’ll earn your master of arts in teaching (MAT) through an immersive teacher residency experience paired with technology-enhanced course work.

Master of Arts Early Childhood Education and Special Education Birth–Grade 2, Initial Certification

Learn to teach children of all ability levels during their youngest years, becoming eligible for early childhood special education certification, birth–grade 2.

Master of Arts Early Childhood Special Education Birth–Grade 2, Professional Certification

Teach children of all ability levels during their earliest years as you undertake extensive study of their development in multiple contexts.

Master of Arts Childhood Education and Childhood Special Education Grades 1–6, Initial Certification

Learn to educate children at all learning levels and become eligible for initial teaching certification in general and special education for grades 1–6.

Master of Arts Childhood Special Education Grades 1–6, Professional Certification

Expand your teaching skills through pedagogy and fieldwork and prepare to earn professional certification to work with students with or without disabilities.

Master of Arts Teaching Social Studies and Students with Disabilities Initial Certification

Develop the skills to teach a range of diverse students in social studies and history as you gain a dual certification in Social Studies and Special Education.

Master of Arts Teaching English and Teaching Students with Disabilities Grades 7–12, Initial Certification

Explore deep English content knowledge and pedagogical methods that address the needs of students with disabilities and other learning challenges.

Doctor of Philosophy Teaching and Learning

Become a first-rate scholar and practitioner in a focus area of your choosing, including literacy education, mathematics education, special education, and more.

Minor Teacher Education

Explore a career as a classroom teacher or in fields such as psychology, advocacy, or social work through the study of education and human development in this undergraduate minor.

Special Education

Become an advocate for children with unique needs, enhancing the quality of life for your students and their families.

Why Earn an MS in Special Education at Adelphi University in New York ?

Prepare for a career helping children with a diverse range of abilities reach their fullest potential. You’ll train to work in inclusive settings and regular classrooms that encourage children to become as independent as possible and successfully promote their inclusion into a broad spectrum of activities. As a special education advocate, your career will be dedicated to upholding the dignity of every child and creating a climate in which all children and families are valued and respected.

Why Earn Your MS in Special Education at Adelphi University in New York?

• Benefit from a flexible, personalized experience with low student-teacher ratios made up of a mix of face-to-face and online learning, with weekend courses across the Garden City and New York City locations.
• Gain hands-on experience through field placements in public and private schools in a range of diverse communities specializing in the unique needs of children with disabilities.
• Learn from experienced professors who are committed to improving education for all students in inclusive, diverse and special needs settings

What Can You Do With A Special Education Degree?

A special education degree opens up a wide range of career opportunities. Many of our graduates are working in classrooms from preschool to high school, developing and implementing individualized education plans and helping their students succeed in those plans. Some also pursue other career paths. Some further occupations that can be pursued with a special education degree include:

• Early intervention specialist, working with infants and toddlers who have developmental delays or disabilities to provide services and help them reach their full potential.
• School psychologist:, conducting assessments, developing interventions, providing counseling and working with students, teachers and parents to provide support for students with learning and behavioral problems. 
• Special education advocate, helping students with disabilities get needed services they need and working with parents, schools and other agencies to ensure students’ rights are protected.
• Curriculum specialist, developing and implementing programs for students with disabilities and working with teachers and other professionals to ensure the curriculum is appropriate and effective.
• Researcher, conducting academic, hospital and other institutional studies to improve understanding and treatment of disabilities. 
• Consultant, providing advice and support on assessment, instruction, and behavior management to schools, organizations and families on issues related to special education. 

Let the staff and professors at Adelphi help prepare and guide you to the place you’ve always wanted to be. Be open to new possibilities and you will find yourself setting goals far greater than you initially set out to achieve. Join us. The world needs more of Adelphi’s teachers.

Program Offerings

Choose from our variety of programs based on the age group you are looking to serve.

Early Childhood Special Education Programs (Birth-Grade 2)

• MS in Early Childhood Special Education, Dual Certification (Pre-Service Track) – For students who do not hold New York State teacher certification in any area
• MS in Early Childhood Special Education, Single Certification (In-Service Track) – For students who already hold NYS certification in early childhood education
• MS in Early Childhood Special Education, Dual Certification (In-Service Track) – For students who already hold NYS certification, but not in early childhood or special education 

Childhood (Elementary) Special Education Programs

• MS in Childhood Special Education in Inclusive Settings, Dual Certification (Pre-Service Track) – For students who do not hold NYS teacher certification in any area
• MS in Childhood Special Education (In-Service track) – For students who already hold NYS certification in childhood education
• MS in Childhood Special Education in Inclusive Settings, Dual Certification (In-Service Track) – For students who already hold NYS teacher certification, but not in early childhood or special education 
• MS in Childhood Special Education Studies (Non-Certification track)  

Adolescent (High School) Special Education Programs

• MS in Adolescent Students with Disabilities in Inclusive Settings (Pre-Service Dual Generalist with Extension) – For students who do not hold NYS teacher certification in secondary content or special education
• MS in Adolescent Students with Disabilities in Inclusive Settings (In-Service Generalist with Extension) – For students who already hold NYS certification in adolescent education
• MS in Adolescent Students with Disabilities in Inclusive Settings (In-Service Generalist with Optional Extension) – For students who have NYS teacher certification in an area other than adolescent education

Bilingual Childhood (Elementary) Special Education Programs

• MS in Bilingual Childhood Special Education in Inclusive Settings, Tri-Certification (Pre-Service Track) – For students who do not hold NYS teacher certification in any area
• MS in Bilingual Childhood Special Education in Inclusive Settings, Tri-Certification (In-Service Track)  – For students who already hold NYS certification in childhood education
• MS in Bilingual Childhood Special Education in Inclusive Settings, Alternative Certificate (Transitional B Program) – This program grants the Transitional B license category to career changers or noncertified teachers to teach in shortage areas

Advanced Certificates

• Adolescent Students with Disabilities 7-12 Generalist -Alternative Certificate: Transitional B Program – For students with a valid NYS teacher certification. Now offered online and at the Brooklyn Center . The next cohort will start in the Fall. The cohort for the NYC Teaching Fellows will start Fall 2023.
• Advanced Certificate in Early Childhood Special Education – A master’s degree and a valid NYS certification in early childhood education are required for entrance into this program
• Advanced Certificate in Childhood Special Education, Grades 1-6 – A master’s degree and a valid NYS certification in childhood education are required for entrance into this program (offered online)  
• Advanced Certificate in Autism and Severe or Multiple Disabilities – A master’s degree is required for entrance into this program
• Advanced Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder (Non-Teacher Certification) – s tudents with an undergraduate degree in any subject can apply for admittance.

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Exceptional Hands-On Learning

Our program is grounded in courses using field-based methods, which provide our students with critical hands-on teaching experience. These courses in the New York area offer you the opportunity to practice in the classroom before entering the more formal student teaching practicum. In addition to the experience they receive on campus at the Alice Brown Early Learning Center, our students will have the opportunity to intern at one of a variety of places, including:

• Gersh Academy
• Eastern Suffolk BOCES
• Nassau BOCES
• NYCDOE Public Schools
• The Waldorf School of Garden City
• Nassau Public Schools

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Both here and abroad, Stephen M. Shore, EdD, clinical assistant professor, stresses the importance of a strength-based model to help empower individuals on the autism spectrum.

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Application requirements.

Applicants for these programs must have completed a bachelor’s degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA and should submit the following:

• Graduate application and $60 fee
• Online survey completed by two recommenders
• Personal essay (500 words)
• Official transcripts from all prior institutions and proof of bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution
• Master’s degree proof, with a minimum 3.0 GPA, for advanced certificates

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Welcome to the NYC Teaching Fellows – Adolescent Special Education (MSEd) program home page. Use this page as a guide to the program from acceptance to graduation.

The New York City Teaching Fellows (NYCTF) is an alternative teacher preparation program leading to New York State teacher certification. The NYCTF program is a collaboration among the New York City Department of Education, CUNY, and certain private universities in New York City. Students teach full time in high needs New York City public schools while studying at partner universities and participating in continuous supervision and professional development. Tuition costs are subsidized at approximately 50% by the NYCDOE and students are not responsible for any tuition payments until their second year in the program. Upon successful completion of the two-year program, students earn a master’s degree and are eligible for New York State initial teacher certification.

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Welcome to the School of Education! Visit the Newly Accepted Partnership Program Students page for next steps. If at any point you need support, please reach out to the Office of Partnership Program Advisor at [email protected].

Program Sequence

The program advisor will notify students of their cohort’s particular course of study before registering for classes. Program sequence is subject to change. To view course descriptions, progress standards and exit requirements visit the catalog .

• EDLIT 75500 – Lit. Instruction for Struggling Readers and Writers (3 credits)
• SPED 78000 – Study of Learning Disabilities in Children and Adolescents (3 credits)
• SPED 70200 – Classroom Management in Special Education and Inclusive Settings (3 credits)
• SPED 78900 – Practicum in Adolescent Special Education – Part 1 (1 credit)
• SPED 70300 – Inclusive Instruction in General Education Classrooms for Students with Learning and Behavior Disorders (3 credits)
• SPED 77600 – Writing and Executive Function for Adolescents with Learning Disabilities (2 credits)
• SPED 78900 – Practicum in Adolescent Special Education – Part 2 (1 credit)
• SPED 77100 – Methods of Teaching Reading for Adolescents with Learning Disabilities (3 credits)
• SEDC 71600 – Math: Curriculum and Methods – Grades 7-12 (3 credits)
• SEDC 71700 – Social Studies: Curriculum and Methods – Grades 7-12 (3 credits)
• SEDF 71400 – Adolescent Development and Learning: Grades 7-12 (3 credits)
• SPED 70100 – Assessment of Students with Disabilities (3 credits)
• SPED 77700 – Supervised Clinical Teaching of Students with Learning Disabilities – Part 1 (1.5 credits)
• SPED 70450 – Teaching Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students (3 credits)
• SPED 77300 – Math Methods for Adolescents with Disabilities (2 credits)
• SPED 77700 – Supervised Clinical Teaching of Students with Learning Disabilities – Part 2 (1.5 credits)
• SEDC 71800 – Science: Curriculum and Methods – Grades 7-12 (3 credits)

Clinical Experiences

First summer – pre-service fieldwork.

As required by New York State law governing alternative certification programs, you will participate in pre-service fieldwork during your first summer. You will be placed in a NYCTF Training Academy hosted by an NYC summer school. Pre-Service Training (PST) is managed by the NYCTF office.

First and Second Year

As a participant in the Teaching Fellows program, you are required to be hired by a high-need NYC public school as a full-time teacher in your certification area. Once you begin teaching, all fieldwork requirements can be completed in your capacity as a full-time teacher. You are not required to complete additional fieldwork beyond your full-time teaching position.

Learning Lab

As a participant in the NYC Teaching Fellows Adolescent Special Education program you will enroll in Learning Lab during your second year. Learning Lab is a required year-long clinical experience embedded in SPED 777. This lab draws on the lectures and materials from the methods courses in your program. In this clinical teaching practicum, you will be required to tutor a student with an IEP twice weekly to address individualized goals of the student and practice use of specialized, research based methods for students with disabilities. This tutoring must take place outside of regular class time. You will receive specific information and support about the tutoring requirements in your SPED 777 courses. You will tutor a student at your school and participate in a hybrid seminar. Per the Hunter College School of Education progress standards, you must receive a grade of at least a B in Learning Lab. If you receive a grade of B- or lower you must apply to the department chair for permission to retake the course. Students who earn an F in Learning Lab will not be allowed to continue in the program.

Certification and Licensure

The New York City Teaching Fellows program is a New York State certification program for Adolescent Special Education (MSED). You will apply for your certification through the New York State Education Department (NYSED) TEACH Online Services.

You will apply for a Transitional B at the beginning of the program and will apply for Initial Certification upon graduation. Once you have completed three years of full-time paid teaching experience you can apply for your Professional Certification.

New For Students with Disabilities 7-12 Certification Generalists candidates/teachers who are teaching or seek to teach in a self-contained classroom:

• Effective July 1, 2021, all special education teachers who teach one or more subject areas in a special class (self-contained class) in grades 7-12, with some or no students under alternate assessment, must either: be certified in each subject area that they teach, or meet the teaching experience requirement for the statement of continued eligibility (SOCE) and have an active SOCE application in the TEACH online system in each subject area that they teach. A students with disabilities generalist grades 7-12 teacher can teach as a Consultant Teacher, Resource Room Teacher, Integrated Co-Teacher, or Special Class Teacher – All Students Under Alternate Assessment.
• If you have 18 credits in biology, chemistry, earth science, English, math, physics, social studies, or a language, you can apply for a subject area extension. If you have a total of 18 credits (undergraduate and/or graduate)  in one of those subjects or wish to gain additional credits, please make an appointment to meet with an advisor to determine next steps – select certification and licensure advising from the list.
• Read the full NYSED regulation .

Please note, the Teacher Performance Assessment (edTPA) will no longer be a certification requirement as of April 27, 2022. Visit the Certification and Licensure page  for more information regarding this change.

Types of Certification

The School of Education reserves the right not to recommend for certification any student who has committed a serious breach of professional ethics or behavior.

Transitional B Certificate

A Transitional B certificate is a provisional certificate that you must hold while enrolled in an alternative certification program such as the NYC Teaching Fellows. It is valid for three years or the amount of time it takes you to graduate from Hunter College, whichever is shorter.

Students apply and pay for their Transitional B certificate at the beginning of the program.

Initial Certification

The Initial Certificate is the entry-level teaching certificate. When you graduate from the New York City Teaching Fellows program you will be recommended for both initial and professional certification. You must apply for the initial certificate when you are preparing to graduate from Hunter College in order for the state to issue your initial certification. Once issued, your initial certificate is valid for five years.

Professional Certification

The Professional Certificate is an advanced certification. Once you have completed three years of full-time, paid teaching experience (including one year of mentored teaching), you can apply for professional certification. Your professional certification will be continuously valid with completion and documentation of required professional development hours within a five-year professional development cycle as determined by New York State.

Certification and Exam Requirements

Transitional b requirements.

You must fulfill the following certificate and exam requirements to be eligible for the Transitional B certificate.

1. Pass all required New York State Teacher Certification Exams

• Educating All Students (EAS)
• Content Specialty Test (CST): Multi-Subject: Secondary Teachers Grades 7-12. Please note there are three parts of this test (test codes 241, 242, and 245). You may register to take one part at a time or all three parts together, but you must pass all 3 parts before you are eligible for your Trans B certificate.

Register for an exam at the  New York State Teacher Certification Examinations website .

Need help preparing? The Hunter College School of Education Center for Career, Professional and Partnership Development (CPPD) conducts test preparation workshops regularly. Learn about upcoming Test Preparation Workshops .

For information regarding exam safety nets consult the New York State Education Department (NYSED) .

2. Complete NY State Certification required workshops and submit to the Office of Partnership Programs

All applications for NY State certification require that students take and complete the workshops listed below. Students who have completed these workshops for a prior certification, do not need to take them again.

School Violence Intervention and Prevention

Students may take this workshop with any  NYSED approved provider

Child Abuse Identification and Reporting

Students may take this workshop with any  NYSED approved provide r

Autism Workshop

This workshop is included in coursework for your program.

Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Workshop

Students may take this workshop through  Hunter College’s Continuing Education department  or with another approved provider through the New York State Education Department (NYSED) website .

3. Submit Exam Scores and Workshop Certification(s) to the Office of Partnership Program

Students must submit copies of exam scores and workshop certification(s) to the Office of Partnership Programs at  [email protected] .

4. Clear fingerprints with the New York State Education Department (NYSED)

All students in programs leading to New York State certification need to have their fingerprints cleared by the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

Visit the  Fingerprinting for Hunter College School of Education Students  to learn how to obtain fingerprint clearance.

5. Apply and pay for your Transitional B certification through the New York State Education Department (NYSED) TEACH Account.

Initial certification requirements.

As you prepare to complete your program, you must meet the following requirements to be eligible for the Initial Certification:

• Content Specialty Test (CST): Students with Disabilities (test code 060)
• Apply and pay for Initial Certificate through your TEACH account.

Professional Certification Requirements

Once you have completed three years of full-time, paid teaching experience (including one year of mentored teaching), you can apply for professional certification.

Submitting Exam Scores and Workshop Completion

Applying for certification through teach account and program code, how to apply for certification.

The following is a step-by-step guide to apply for Transitional B, Initial and Professional certification through the New York State Department of Education’s TEACH Account.

1. Create/Log in to your TEACH Account

Students must create/log in to their New York State Education Department (NYSED) TEACH Account . From your Teach Online Services Home page, select Apply for Certificate which is found under “Online Application”. This will start a new application.

2. Verify/Update Profile

Verify/Update Profile will ask for your Education and Employment information. Enter all the information from a baccalaureate to present. Hunter College is an Approved New York Teacher Certification Program.

• Award Title: Master of Science in Education
• Program Code: 34443 – TEACHER OF SWD-ADOLESCENT 7-12 (GENERALIST)
• Major: Education
• Enter all full-time, paid teaching experience (in both public and private schools).

3. Select Certificate(s)

Enter the following information for the certificates section.

• Select your Area of Interest: Classroom Teacher
• Select your Subject Area: Students with Disabilities
• Select the Grade Level: Adolescent – Grades 7-12
• Select the Title: Students with Disabilities – Grades 7-12 Generalist
• Select your Certificate Type: Transitional B

Initial Certificate

Upon graduation, when you apply for Initial Certification complete this section as follows:

• Select your Certificate Type: Initial

Professional Certificate

After three years of full-time paid teaching when you apply for your Professional Certification complete this section as follows:

• Select your Certificate Type: Professional

On the next page, enter the Program Code 34443.

4. Sign Affidavit

5. confirm and sign application, 6. make payment.

We recommend paying by credit card for ease of tracking.

7. Review Application Transaction Summary

This will help you keep track of what you need to do in order to obtain your certificate.

Checking Certificate Status in TEACH Account

We will submit your institutional recommendation after you have completed all Transitional B certification requirements. New York State will then review your application and if you have met all requirements issue your Transitional B certificate. Please note that New York State does not issue paper copies of Transitional B certificates. You must check your TEACH account for your certification status.

If you have applied for a certificate but have not yet graduated, the status of your certificate application will be “Not Ready for Review”. Once your graduation is posted, have met all the requirements and have institutional recommendation, your status will change to “Ready for Review” and NYSED will then review your application.

Expiring Transitional B Certifications

If you have a valid transitional B certificate but will not graduate in time to meet the master’s requirement before your Transitional B certificate expires, you may be eligible for an extension through NYSED’s TEACH Online Services.  Create/Log in to your TEACH account  and select “Apply for a Time Extension.”

Out of State Certification or Licensure

Students applying for certification or licensure in states other than New York must complete the Out of State Certification and Licensure Form .

Hunter International Students (F1 Visa Holder) Certification or Licensure

Registering for new york state teacher certification exams (nystce).

During the registration process enter all 9s when prompted for your Social Security Number (SSN). Once you do receive a Social Security Number, you will need to fax a copy of your Social Security Number card and Passport to the New York State Teacher Certification Exams (NYSTCE) with a cover letter including your assigned New York State Teacher Certification Exams (NYSTCE) ID number to request they change your temporary Social Security Number replacement with your assigned Social Security Number.

The fax number for New York State Teacher Certification Exams (NYSTCE) is 413-256-7088. Follow up a few days later to ensure they have received your fax. The phone number for New York State Teacher Certification Exams (NYSTCE) is 413-256-2882.

Applying for NYSED TEACH Account without a Social Security Number

You do not need to wait for a Social Security Number (SSN) to create an account on the NYSED TEACH system. If you do not have a valid Social Security Number, you will need to email [email protected] to request a TEACH Access Number first. The access number is only for use with TEACH and meeting requirements for New York State teacher certification.  If you do get a social security number, you must notify NYSED.

If you apply for OPT the process will generate a Social Security Number which you will use to create your TEACH account and apply for New York State Department of Education teaching certification. You should apply for OPT as soon as you can, but you cannot apply earlier than 90 days before your program completion date.

For general instructions on setting up your NYSED TEACH account, please refer to the Certification and Licensure section on this program page.

New York City Department of Education Employment with OPT once your NYS Certificate has issued

International students cannot apply for employment with New York City Public Schools until they have a Social Security Number (SSN). International students may qualify for employment in New York City public schools once they hold New York State certification and hold an OPT visa. You will be ineligible to apply to work for the New York City Department of Education unless you hold OPT authorization, have a Social Security Number and your New York State certification has issued. Candidates fitting the above criteria may apply online to the New York City Department of Education. Once the application is received and reviewed, further instructions will follow. This policy is subject to change at any time.

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If you have questions regarding certification, contact Alissa Herbert  for support.

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Empire State University’s Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Adolescent Special Education program is a 33-42 credit program available fully online but requiring access to New York S tate schools. The program’s philosophy and subsequent courses are based on an inclusive model that prepares teacher candidates for collaboration and co-teaching in the inclusion classroom. Completion of this degree program and passing scores on the New York State Teacher Certification Examinations lead to New York State Students with Disabilities 7-12 Generalist Initial and Professional certification. It is designed for those already teaching and certified in New York State but looking for additional certification in Students with Disabilities.

In addition to their coursework, students will complete 50 hours of pre-residency classroom field observations, one residency term under the supervision of a special education critic teacher, and a capstone action research project to meet program requirements leading to Initial Certification.

Program Delivery and Tuition Rate

This master’s program is delivered through online courses. However, the clinical residency experience (four weeks) must be completed in a New York State school. The program is billed at the non-MBA rate.

Admission to this program is selective. This program enrolls new students in the fall term only. A candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution and provide proof of New York State teaching certification.

An ideal candidate will:

• possess 24 credits in the liberal arts and sciences distribution (6 credits in Math, Science, Social Studies and English), and
• have a cumulative GPA of 3.0, or the equivalent

An applicant who meets all other admissions requirements and has no more than 6 credits of liberal arts course deficiencies may be admitted to the program. The student must resolve the deficiencies prior to beginning the clinical residency experience.

Application

Please see the Graduate Admission section of this catalog for a complete listing of materials required to complete a graduate application.

Program Curriculum

The M.Ed. in Special Education is a 33-42 credit program including classroom observations and residency. The required courses of the degree are outlined in the table below. Some or all foundation courses may be waived at the point of admission. Students should consult with their academic advisor regarding course sequencing and foundation courses.

Enrollment Sequence

The suggested enrollment sequence below is based on a fall term start and a part-time schedule. Students should seek consultation with their academic advisor to determine their sequencing. The sequence includes all foundational courses (9 credits). See footnote. 1

These are foundational courses and can be waived with appropriate documentation. Candidates who are deficient in one or more core foundational courses will be required to take those courses as part of their program of study.

Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:

• Collaborate with families, related service providers, and other school personnel to design and implement individualized curricula for students with disabilities;
• Develop transition services in consultation with relevant stakeholders;
• Critically evaluate research in special education;
• Articulate the philosophy and classroom application of inclusive education;
• Make instructional and environmental modifications based on students’ learning needs;
• Assess behavior to develop and implement a behavior intervention plan;
• Demonstrate effective classroom management practices involving students with disabilities;
• Assess and interpret data to design and implement individualized instruction;
• Implement evidence-based practices to instruct students with disabilities;
• Conduct formative and summative assessments to inform instruction; and
• Demonstrate reflective professional growth practices.

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Transitioning to Students with Disabilities All Grades in 2023-2024

New York State is offering a new certification, Students With Disabilities - All Grades.  This certification will allow the teacher holding this certification to be certified in prekindergarten through grade 12 in the area of special education.  This new certification will provide certified teachers with many exciting opportunities to work with students with disabilities at a variety of grade levels and in a variety of settings.  While NYS is phasing out the special education certifications in the developmental levels of 1-6 and 7-12 over the next few years, Molloy University can offer the SWD-All grades certification to candidates graduating in May 2024 and beyond. 

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Students with Disabilities Master’s of Science

 The Students with Disabilities programs at Molloy University prepares students to engage in a dynamic career of teaching and learning with diverse populations. Our teacher certification programs lead to dual degrees preparing graduates to teach students with and without disabilities in a variety of school settings.  Our commitment to authentic teaching and learning practices in course work and field experiences thoroughly trains students with essential skills for the rigorous demands and responsibilities of teachers. In return, students who become teachers will experience a rewarding career positively impacting the lives of students.

 The Students with Disabilities Programs provide a wide array of innovative opportunities to develop knowledge, skills and dispositions to meet the needs of students with and without disabilities. Our programs include experiential components such as three phases of supervised fieldwork, authentic experiences in and out of the classroom setting, project based group work, and community outreach opportunities.  Our focus on training teachers to address their future students’ academic and social emotional functioning is paramount and achieved through coursework, practicums, workshops, research projects. 

The Students with Disabilities Programs are involved in the Mother Cabrini Health foundation Regional Grant.  The Program provides free Social Emotional Learning/English language arts enrichment programs to partnership schools.  Molloy University students can apply for scholarships to participate in this exciting program to address barriers and socioeconomic disparities.

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  Teaching Students with Disabilities Childhood (1-6) - M.S. (For Initial or for Professional Certification for Candidates Already Possessing Initial Certification in SWD 1-6)

Childhood Education (1-6)/Teaching Students with Disabilities (1-6) - Dual Initial - M.S.  

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Adolescent Education English (7-12)/Teaching Students with Disabilities (7-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S.

  Adolescent Education Mathematics (7-12)/Teaching Students with Disabilities (7-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S.

  Adolescent Education Physics (7-12)/Teaching Students with Disabilities (7-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S.

  Adolescent Education Social Studies (7-12)/Teaching Students with Disabilities (7-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S.

Adolescent Education Spanish (7-12)/Teaching Students with Disabilities (7-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S.

 Transfer students are welcome into this program.  Learn more  about transferring to Molloy, including transfer guidelines, articulation agreements and funding opportunities.

How to Apply: Inclusive Education Master's Degree, Special Education, PreK-8

This inclusive education track leads to a master's degree and Massachusetts initial licensure in special education, PreK-8.

Upcoming Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester: August 1, 2024
• Spring Semester: January 1, 2025
• Summer Semester: May 1, 2025
• Stonehill Teacher Residency: May 1, 2025
• Stonehill in Boston: May 15, 2024
• Stonehill on Cape Cod: March 1, 2024

Program Prerequisite(s)

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Licensure subject matter knowledge verification
• Completed course in child development with a grade of B or better, or Massachusetts initial licensure in another area

Please note that, in some cases, students may be accepted into the program without having completed the prerequisites stated above. These students will be required to develop an advisor-approved plan for completion of equivalent courses.

Application Components

Use our online application to apply for admission. Once you have completed and submitted your application, you will be provided access to an online Application Status Portal where you will be able to monitor your application checklist, provide required supplemental documentation, and ultimately receive your admission decision.

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The purpose of the teaching statement is to provide the admission committee with a reflective account of your personal beliefs, skills and experiences in relation to teaching. You will be required to submit a written statement that addresses the prompts below in a narrative statement. For more information, please see the Written Teaching Statement tab of your application. 

• your beliefs/values about learning and education
• skills and attributes you possess that would make you a successful educator
• the role of social justice, equity, diversity and inclusivity in educational environments
• your goals and how graduate study at Stonehill will help you to achieve them

Recommendations (2)

We require two (2) recommendations from academic and/or professional references, such as former or current college/university faculty members with deep familiarity with your academic work or your current or former employers/supervisors. These references will be provided access to an online recommendation form. A letter of recommendation will be optional. For more information, please see the Recommendations tab of your application.

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

We require that you include an updated resume and/or Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) as part of your application for admission. For more information and to upload your document, please see the Resume/Curriculum Vitae tab of your application.

Academic History and Official Transcripts

In order to complete our review of your application for admission, we must have access to official transcripts for any and all degrees you have earned, both undergraduate and graduate. For more information, please see the Academic History tab of your application.

Foreign Credential Evaluations 

If you earned a degree from an institution located outside of the United States, we will require a foreign credential evaluation. Please request an official, course-by-course transcript evaluation report from a NACES-accredited education evaluation service , and have that evaluation sent to Stonehill College. Unofficial transcripts cannot be accepted .

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Standardized tests.

We do not require standardized test scores for admission into our graduate programs but strongly encourage applicants to licensure programs to upload completed MTEL score reports.  Applicants may also submit official scores for GRE, GMAT or other standardized tests via the testing agency in support of your application for admission if you feel the scores would provide positive context for your candidacy.

Proof of English Proficiency

If English is not your native language, we may require proof of English proficiency via the  Test of English as a Foreign Language  (TOEFL) or  International English Language Testing System  (IELTS). In order to ensure sufficient preparation for the academic challenge of our graduate programs, Stonehill will seek to admit candidates with a TOEFL score of 90 or greater or an IELTS of 6.5. Additionally, the College will consider candidates sub-scores to assure sufficient preparation among all measures of English proficiency.

• Applicants who have received or will receive a degree from an accredited university in the United States will not be required to provide proof of English proficiency.
• Applicants who have received or will receive a degree from an accredited university abroad where English is the sole language of instruction will not be required to provide proof of English proficiency. Applicants in this category must provide an official letter of verification from the university that English is the sole language of instruction, along with the applicant's date of graduation (or anticipated date of graduation for those who are still working on their bachelor's degree). Failure to provide an official letter of verification will mean that proof of English proficiency will be required for admission. 
• Applicants from countries where English is the sole official language of instruction (Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Canada-except Quebec, Ghana, Ireland, India, Jamaica, Kenya, New Zealand, Nigeria, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad, Tobago, Uganda, and United Kingdom - England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales) will not be required to provide proof of English proficiency.

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Child Development Associate Certificate

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Offered in partnership with the New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute (PDI) the Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate at the CUNY School of Professional Studies is the only compre­hensive credit-bearing Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate in New York City. The program provides students not only with the required coursework but also advisement, writing support, portfolio creation, career services, and classroom observation in pursuit of the Child Development Associate Credential.

Students in the program:

• Demonstrate the use of the developmental perspective in their work with young children and families
• Support second-language learners and children with special needs in early childhood education programs effectively
• Examine and reflect on their teaching, both orally and in writing
• Apply effective classroom practices and create developmentally appropriate learning environments
• Use strategies and techniques to strengthen connections between their centers and children's homes
• Use skills and resources to assist parents in caring effectively for their children

Students are expected to complete 120 hours of fieldwork per course at a licensed childcare program, regardless of whether a student intends to pursue the CDA. In the last course (EDUC 203), fieldwork will be observed by an assigned fieldwork observer. A vital source of evidence of a student’s skills is actual hands-on work as a teacher with children and families, which also provides a student with an opportunity to learn through experience. Fieldwork offers students an opportunity to see their practice in light of new knowledge from the CDA coursework.

Students currently employed by a licensed program serving children birth – 5 years can utilize their place of employment for their fieldwork hours. Students who are not employed by a licensed program will be placed in a site that is agreed upon by the instructor and student. Students are expected to complete 480 hours of fieldwork prior to completion of the certificate program.

Career Prospects

The certificate is designed for preschool teachers, childcare workers, and other individuals looking to work in Early Childhood Education. The nationally recognized Child Development Associate Credential has been accepted as a state requirement for working in many early childhood centers.

The structure and curriculum of the CDA Certificate are designed to complement the Child Development Associate National Credentialing Program’s Competency Standards. Students who complete the requirements of these credit-bearing courses, with faculty advisement, can go on to submit a portfolio to the Council for Professional Recognition in order to earn the CDA Credential.

Credits earned through the successful completion of these CDA courses may also be applied to degree programs, thus establishing the foundation for career advancement.

Early Childhood Career Development Center

The Early Childhood Career Development Center provides comprehensive career development services to all current and aspiring early childhood professionals at no cost to the provider. For more info, visit:  https://earlychildhoodny.org/cdsc/cda.php

Scholarship Opportunities

Eligible students can take advantage of the following scholarship opportunities:

• Educational Incentive Program (EIP)
• Patti Lieberman Scholarship for Early Childhood Education
• Helena Rubinstein Continuing Education Scholarship

Custom Programs

For more information on how the CDA Certificate can benefit your staff and organization, please contact Dr. E.J. Jun , Director of Higher Education Initiatives, New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute, or Maxine Barton , College Assistant.

Articulation Agreements

Articulation agreements are formal agreements between CUNY SPS and two-year colleges and universities, allowing students to transfer the maximum number of credits with ease to our CDA Certificate from institutions with which we have an established transfer process in place.

• Borough of Manhattan Community College – AS in Child Care/Early Childhood Education (PDF)
• Hostos Community College – AAS in Early Childhood Education (PDF)
• Kingsborough Community College – AS in Early Childhood Education / Child Care (PDF)
• LaGuardia Community College – AA in Liberal Arts Option: Early Childhood Education (PDF)
• Medgar Evers College – AA in Teacher Education (PDF)
• SUNY Empire State College – AS or BS in Educational Studies: Early Childhood Studies concentration (PDF)

Upcoming Events for Child Development Associate Certificate

Cda information session.

May 22, 2024

Director of Higher Education Initiatives

E.J. Jun, Ed.D.

Director of Higher Education Initiatives, New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute

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Admissions criteria.

Candidates for admission to undergraduate level certificate programs must possess a high school diploma or a High School Equivalency diploma from New York State (also known as TASC or GED). Applicants are required to submit a personal statement. Current employment and background as an assistant teacher is an advantage but not essential for admission.

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The Graduate Film program is an intensive three-year conservatory in the Maurice Kanbar Institute of Film and Television that trains students in the art of cinematic storytelling. We focus on helping writer/directors develop a narrative voice and the technical virtuosity to express that voice in cinema.

Students learn by doing, in the classroom and on set. They write, direct, and produce multiple films and exercises, shooting and crewing on each other's projects. Our students transition into the professional world with a reel of short films that showcase their talent, a feature film script, and a range of highly sought technical skills.

The Graduate Film Program offers a stimulating, challenging, and diverse creative community in the heart of Greenwich Village. Our faculty are working professionals who are committed to developing the next generation of filmmakers.

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Health Informatics is a cutting-edge discipline and a natural fit to support all health professions. It is a developing discipline with an emphasis on technology as an integral tool to organize, analyze, manage, and use health information, clinical data, images, and knowledge for patient care, health education, administration and research. It is one of the fastest growing fields with a positive job outlook that provides an excellent opportunity to build a career.  

The Master of Science in Health Informatics is a STEM designated program offered by the Health Informatics Program in the School of Health Professions (SOHP). The program consists of a 39-credit curriculum (30-credit core and 9-credit electives) that emphasizes on clinical informatics, human computer interaction, electronic health records, evaluation of healthcare information system, clinical data management, health data analytics and visualization.  

The program is flexible and can be completed on a full-time or part-time basis. The complete MS program is offered in both traditional in-person and distance learning (online) format for student enrollment. In-person classes are offered in the evening, which works well for working professionals who work during the day. The completely online curriculum option is offered in asynchronous format with optional weekly live sessions (evening only) for students to interact with course instructors and other students which are recorded and made accessible to enrolled students.  

The program offers  the opportunity to thrive in a conducive learning environment with a tightly-knitted support system. Rigorous training opportunities are provided and offered to the students to enhance and develop the necessary skills needed to succeed in a health informatics career.  

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Every day, healthcare organizations collect a universe of data—and they need experts who know how to handle it. There's rising demand for specialists who aren't just technically adept but also understand how medical data is used.

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Meet Our Faculty

Informatics is a young field, but our faculty are seasoned veterans. Learn from experts who specialize in topics such as human-computer interaction, medical decision making, large-scale implementation of electronic medical records, information security, and using technology to reduce health care disparities.

Program Highlights

Put your training to work..

You'll complete a 120-hour internship in one of the city's busiest healthcare environments, such as Downstate and King's County hospital and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

Hands-on help.

When you pitch in at the student-run Brooklyn Free Clinic, which provides free health care services, you'll help the community—and sharpen your own skills.

Build your network.

Meet working professionals and volunteer in the community through the Students of the Medical Informatics Association, a student group.

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