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The unique Master of Science in Education: Dual Childhood1-6/Special Education degree at Metropolitan College of New York is registered by the New York State Education Department. This program is for people who want the flexibility of holding two certifications to teach in general, inclusive, or special education classroom settings, on the elementary level.
Following our experientially-based Purpose-Centered Education model, students learn to become effective teachers by applying the coursework while completing a 10-month residency in urban public schools. After completing all of the program degree requirements, graduates are institutionally recommended to the New York State Education Department for both Initial and Professional certifications in Childhood Education Grades 1-6 (Program Code: 34552), and Students with Disabilities Grades 1-6 (Program Code: 34552).
Metropolitan College of New York’s Master of Science in Education program meets New York State’s educational requirements for licensure.
Prospective and enrolled students located in states other than New York should contact the applicable licensing boards in those states to determine whether the program meets requirements for licensure:
| Programs Leading to Licensure/Certification | States & Territories where Program Meets Licensing or Certification Requirements | States & Territories for which it has Not Been Determined if the Program Meets Licensing or Certification Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| MSED – Dual Childhood Grades 1-6/Special Education | New York | AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, VI, WA, WV, WI, WY |
The MCNY MS in Education program was recognized with a score of A+ by the National Council on Teacher Quality as one of the top programs in the country for “leading the way by maintaining selective academic admissions requirements and driving greater teacher diversity.”
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