Special Education and Literacy I (43 Credits) MS

This intensive program is designed to provide those with certification in childhood education the opportunity to acquire two additional teaching certifications: Teaching Students with Disabilities at the Childhood Level (1-6), and Literacy (Birth-Grade 6). In a carefully designed sequence of courses and field experiences, individuals acquire the knowledge, skills, and certifications required to successfully teach in special education and literacy settings.

Degree Level: MS

Department: Educational & Counseling Psychology

School or College: School of Education

Required Credentials: Transcripts, 3 Letters of Recommendation, Prior teaching certificate in Elementary/Childhood Education, Dept. Questionnaire (see Special Notes section below)

Application Deadline for Fall Admission and Assistantship Consideration: N/A
Application Deadline for Fall Admission without Assistantship Consideration: N/A

Application Deadline for Spring Admission and Assistantship Consideration: N/A
Application Deadline for Spring Admission without Assistantship Consideration: N/A

Application Deadline for Summer Admission and Assistantship Consideration: April 1
Application Deadline for Summer Admission without Assistantship Consideration: April 1

Special Notes:

NY State Certification program. Prior teaching certificate in Elementary/Childhood Education required for entrance to program. Please click here for the Special Education Departmental Questionnaire.

Grad Bulletin URL:

http://www.albany.edu/graduatebulletin/special_education_literacyI_ms_degree.htm

Departmental Website:

http://www.albany.edu/special_education/literacy_1.htm