THE COLLEGE OF MOUNT ST. VINCENT
Master of Science in Education
The UFT Teacher Center offers these courses from CMSV individually for professional growth on a course-by-course basis, and as part of a degree/certification program.
The program leads to a master of science degree in education and permanent state certification for teachers already provisionally certified (CPTs) only. The 30-credit master's program is designed to help educators develop the skills they need to teach effectively in today's culturally diverse classrooms.
NOTE: For teachers with provisional certification, all content areas may use this master's program to complete their certification. For those with initial certification, only teachers with elementary or middle level extension certification may use this program to fulfill their certification requirements.
Participants must be accepted by CMSV and meet all of CMSV's requirements, including taking 9 credits at CMSV's campus. Students may register for a maximum of 6 credits each semester. You can take a maximum of 12 credits as a non-matriculated student. It is advisable that students obtain a copy of the college bulletin for full information on college policy and regulations.
Students may take courses as non-matriculants, but if they are seeking a degree or certification, all admission materials must be in before the first 9 credits are completed.
It is highly recommended that students seek advisement from the faculty advisor, Dr. Ron Scapp, at 1-718-405-3492 of the master's program prior to beginning their course of study. All other inquireis are to be directed to Ellen Swihart at 1-718-4056-3209.
Foundation/Core Courses - Total 21 credits
Degree-seeking students are required to take the following core courses with the UFT at reduced tuition:
- EDUC 504 Cross-Cultural Communication
- EDUC 506 Language, Cognitive Development and Cultural Diversity
- EDUC 604 Methods in Multicultural Education
- EDUC 608 Contemporary Health Issues in Urban Education
Degree-seeking students are required to take the following core courses on campus at full college tuition:
- EDUC 502 Foundations of Urban Multicultural Education
- EDUC 602 Research for Classroom Teachers
- EDUC 606 Urban Environmental Education
Students in the master’s program are required to take the following courses: EDUC 502, 504, 506, 602, 604, 606 and 608 in no special order. However, it is recommended that students take EDUC 502 as early as possible.
Students may choose 9 credits from any of the four program concentrations as listed, or one or two courses from each area: Instructional Technology and Global Perspectives; English as a Second Language; Middle Level Education; or Special Education. Most of these concentration courses are offered through the UFT at reduced tuition. Offerings may vary from semester to semester.
ELECTIVE COURSES - TOTAL 9 CREDITS
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE CONCENTRATION
This concentration provides teachers with the basic knowledge and skills to meet the needs of multilingual students in their classrooms.
- EDUC 722 Teaching English as a Second Language I
- EDUC 724 Teaching English as a Second Language II
- EDUC 726 Assessment in English as a Second Language
NOTE: Non-degree seeking students completing 9 credits in this concentration will be eligible to receive a Certificate registered by New York State.
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY AND GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES CONCENTRATION
This program is designed to enable elementary and secondary teachers to understand the culture and skills of information technology. It provides teachers with the knowledge, experience and confidence needed to become more technologically literate. It is recommended that beginning participants have some familiarity with either the Macintosh or Windows platforms.
- EDUC 732 Technology For Classroom Teachers
- EDUC 734 Technology For Communication And Instruction
- EDUC 736 Advanced Technology: Curriculum And Development
NOTE: Non-degree seeking students completing 9 credits in this concentration will be eligible to receive a Certificate registered by New York State.
MIDDLE LEVEL CONCENTRATION
These courses are designed to provide the academic requirements necessary for teachers, with an appropriate
undergraduate major, to extend their state certification into middle level grades 7-9 or 5-6. The certification
extension applies only to state certification.
- EDUC 702 Education and Development of the Middle School Learner
- EDUC 704 Curriculum in Middle School Education
- EDUC 706 Applied Research in Middle Level Education
This sequence may be taken independently of the master’s degree program.
NOTE: Non-degree seeking students completing 9 credits in this concentration will be eligible to receive a Certificate registered
by New York State.
SPECIAL EDUCATION CONCENTRATION
This concentration offers students an overview of the issues defining special education today. Topics covered include life span, assessment and inclusion issues.
- EDUC 716 Life Span Special Education: Transition from Birth to Adulthood
- EDUC 712 Strategies for Inclusion of Special Learners
- EDUC 714 Practicum in Assessment and Instruction of Special Learners
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL CMSV STUDENTS
Call the college for advisement first; do not register before receiving permission. To request an admissions application, call Ellen Swihart at CMSV, 1-718-405-3209; or download a copy at CMSV’s Web site. For course registration information call Cathy Mozyck at the UFT/TC, 1-212-475-3737.
NOTE: CMSV charges a $50 fee for late registration and for any check returned for insufficient funds.
Potential graduates should be aware that since most off-campus courses end later than those on campus, a diploma might not be awarded until the semester following the completion of coursework.
