Description
Designed for individuals seeking to become a NY State certified teacher for the first time. Leads to certification in the following two areas: Childhood grades 1-6, and Students with Disabilities (All Grades). Leads to both initial and professional certification.
Admission to the Program
The application process is managed by the Center for Graduate Studies. Applicants must have the following qualifications:
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a recommended GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Statement of objectives
- Three professional references
- Resume
* Additionally, this program requires that candidates demonstrate that they have previously completed the following coursework; students may be admitted with conditions that they satisfy missing requirements within a specified timeframe prior to student teaching:
| English | ≥ 6 credits, including a writing course and Children’s Literature |
| Mathematics | ≥ 6 credits, including a course in statistics (or probability/statistics) and Pre-Calculus (or above) |
| Social Studies | ≥ 6 credits, including U.S. & World history |
| Science | ≥ 6 credits, including physical and life science |
| Social & Cultural Perspectives | ≥ 9 credits** |
**Examples of what meets the “Social and cultural perspectives” requirement can be found in Brockport’s undergraduate Inclusive Multidisciplinary Childhood Education program.
Contact department for specific advisement.
Program Requirements
Students must meet the University’s standards for graduate study.
Initial Sequence Courses
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Phase I
- Phase II
- Phase III
- Phase IV
- Phase V
Minimum Total Credits: 54
*Includes Field Experience
**Full time Student Teaching
Dignity for All Students Act (DASA): Students are also required to complete DASA training for program completion.
Licensure & Certification
Students who complete this program are eligible for the University’s recommendation for New York State certification. Program completion and submission of the recommendation form are also required to secure the University’s recommendation. Additional New York state certification requirements must be satisfied to earn certification. Students are advised to consult the Brockport Certification Office for comprehensive information regarding NYSED certification requirements.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to demonstrate:
- Content knowledge: Students will be able to understand the central concepts of their discipline.
- Pedagogical content knowledge: Students will be able to develop instructional plans and strategies, and connect them with content knowledge to enhance learning opportunities for P-12 students.
- Professional knowledge and skills: Students will be able to understand the learning needs of all students, and utilize their professional knowledge and skills, including the implementation of assessments and technology, to create effective learning experiences.
- Reflective skills: Students will be able to continuously evaluate the impact of their work with students, reflecting on their success as teachers and addressing their needs for continuing professional improvement.
- Professional dispositions: Students will practice professional ethics, including dedication, respect, intellectual integrity, positive outlook, self-awareness, and professionalism.
- Positive impact on P-12 learning: Students will be able to produce evidence that they engage students in meaningful activity that promotes the development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.