Education Ten graduate level programs of study are available for students interested in pursuing master’s degrees in education. •
The Master of Science degree program in Childhood Education is designed for students who seek certification to teach children in grades 1–6.
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The Master of Science degree program in Adolescence Education is designed for candidates seeking certification to teach biology, chemistry, English, mathematics, physics, or social studies to students in grades 7–12.
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The Master of Science degree program in Childhood and Special Education is designed for candidates seeking initial certification in both childhood and special education, grades 1-6.
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The Master of Science degree program in Adolescence and Students with Disabilities is designed for candidates seeking initial certification in both adolescence and special education, grades 7-12.
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The Adolescence Education—Apprenticeship Teacher Certification Program is a specialized option for students in the high-need teaching areas of foreign language, mathematics, science, and technology education. The program leads to the Master of Science degree. Students in this program must complete an intensive 200-hour course of study during the summer. They then finish their degree program while engaged in mentored teaching as full-time employees of a local school district.
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The Master of Science degree program in Special Education Teacher Certification is designed for candidates who have initial, provisional, or professional certification in early childhood or childhood and who wish to add certification in special education.
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The Master of Science in Education degree program in Leadership and Instruction for Inclusive Classrooms provides certified teachers and related professionals the values, knowledge, and practices needed to work in inclusive elementary and secondary school classrooms. The Master of Science in Education degree program provides courses of study appropriate for students seeking professional teacher certification at any grade level.
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The Master of Science Degree program in Educational Leadership and Administration and the Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) programs in School Building Leader and School District Leader are designed for candidates seeking New York State Certification as school building leader (principal) or school district leader (superintendent).
Graduates will understand and know how to apply the New York State Learning Standards to their daily lesson and curriculum planning for all students; demonstrate leadership skills in community and professional contexts; use technology to enhance their teaching; and adopt a variety of technological solutions in their classrooms for all students. Graduates will also have the knowledge, values, and teaching practices necessary for quality inclusive teaching; understand the importance of collaboration and possess the skills necessary to collaborate effectively with family, community, and colleagues; and use critical thinking, problem solving, and methods of inquiry in professional contests. All of the education programs at Utica College are accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council (TEAC) and have been are registered with the New York State Education Department. Completion of all programs requires a mandated research project, thesis, comprehensive exam or capstone course (see “Academic Policies and Procedures” for further information).
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