This program is intended for the person who has earned a bachelor’s degree in a field other than education but who desires to attain a certificate as an elementary school teacher.
It may also appeal to those teachers who already hold a valid Instructional I Certificate in an educational field other than elementary education and seek to be certified in elementary education.
Option 1: M.Ed./Initial (Instructional I) Teacher Certification in Elementary Education
This cohort program begins with one year of part-time study. In the Fall and Spring of year two, students are enrolled full time in field-based courses that combine traditional instruction in methods courses with faculty-supervised opportunities to teach children in elementary school (kindergarten through sixth grade). Upon successful completion of the program, candidates are recommended for initial teacher certification in Elementary Education in Pennsylvania. With an additional nine credits and a total program of 45 credits, students earn the M.Ed. in Elementary Education.
Option 2: M.Ed./Second (Instructional II) Certification in Elementary Education
This program is for practicing teachers certified in elementary or another field. The 27 credits for certification are offered to a cohort of students in three consecutive summers of nine credits each. Students pursue the remaining nine credits required for the M.Ed. on an individual basis, but within five years of their start date. The total program is 36 credits.
For more information, please visit our Master of Education in Elementary Education and Initial Teacher Certification program page or the graduate catalog.
