Master of Science in Adolescent Education (Grades 7 Through 12) and Special Education (All Grades Pre-K Through 12) Dual Certification Online
Help adolescents reach their full potential by gaining a specialized skillset that will qualify you to teach general and special education at the middle and high school levels.
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Program Overview
Take a closer look at M.S. in Adolescent Education (Grades 7 Through 12) and Special Education (All Grades Pre-K Through 12) Dual Certification
Teach in classrooms for 7-12 grade levels by earning your Master of Science in Adolescent Education (Grades 7 Through 12) and Special Education (All Grades Pre-K Through 12) Dual Certification online from the University of Mount Saint Vincent. Build a deep understanding of the urban and multicultural education that will prepare you to address the needs of students from diverse backgrounds.
Through academic coursework and student teaching, you will learn strategies for teaching your subject area, behavior intervention, and instruction for special learners. Student teaching will be completed in general and special education settings.
The dual certification program will prepare you to take the necessary licensure exams in New York for grades 7-12, including one in a content area and one in special education.
* This program will require students to find their field placement and complete field work for their practicum and student teaching.
As a graduate of this online education master’s, you will be prepared to:
- Teach one of the following academic disciplines in middle or high school: English, Social Studies, Math, or Science
- Support students’ literacy development by focusing on ways in which reading, writing, speaking, and listening are developed and used within the learning of discipline specific curriculum including adaptations for culturally diverse and exceptional learners
- Employ skills and knowledge to help adolescents with disabilities achieve their intellectual and vocational potential
- Create effective instructional planning (i.e., antecedents and consequences of student behavior) to prevent management problems, condition intrinsic motivation to learn, and foster social competence of all students in the inclusive classroom
- Instruct students with learning and behavior problems (including autism spectrum disorders, speech, and language impairments, learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, emotional disturbance/ behavioral disorders, and ADHD) using research- or evidence-based practices to address both curricular/instructional and social behavioral challenges in the least restrictive environment
- Analyze the impact that such issues as equity, ethnicity, sociocultural and linguistic background, ability, gender, and race have on student learning
- Teach one of the following academic disciplines in middle or high school: English, Social Studies, Math, or Science
- Support students’ literacy development by focusing on ways in which reading, writing, speaking, and listening are developed and used within the learning of discipline specific curriculum including adaptations for culturally diverse and exceptional learners
- Employ skills and knowledge to help adolescents with disabilities achieve their intellectual and vocational potential
- Create effective instructional planning (i.e., antecedents and consequences of student behavior) to prevent management problems, condition intrinsic motivation to learn, and foster social competence of all students in the inclusive classroom
- Instruct students with learning and behavior problems (including autism spectrum disorders, speech, and language impairments, learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, emotional disturbance/ behavioral disorders, and ADHD) using research- or evidence-based practices to address both curricular/instructional and social behavioral challenges in the least restrictive environment
- Analyze the impact that such issues as equity, ethnicity, sociocultural and linguistic background, ability, gender, and race have on student learning
Careers in education:
- Classroom Teacher
- Adolescent Advocate
- Instructional Coordinator
- Librarian
- School and Career Counselor
- Special Education Teacher
- Classroom Teacher
- Adolescent Advocate
- Instructional Coordinator
- Librarian
- School and Career Counselor
- Special Education Teacher
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Tuition
Experience a private school education at an affordable price
At the University of Mount Saint Vincent, we are committed to providing a high-quality education for less than you would expect. Tuition for this M.S in education online is affordable and can easily fit into your budget.
Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
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M.S. – Adolescent Ed. (Grades 7-12) & SPED (All Grades) Dual Cert. | $524 | $1,572 | $23,580 |
Tuition Breakdown:
Calendar
View our application deadlines and upcoming start dates
This online Master of Science in education is designed with working adults in mind. We offer multiple start dates and faster course completion time to help you earn your degree when it’s convenient for you.
Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Class End Date | Term Length |
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Fall 1 | 9/2/24 | 8/19/24 | 8/23/24 | 8/28/24 | 8/30/24 | 10/18/24 | 7 weeks |
Fall 2 | 10/28/24 | 10/14/24 | 10/18/24 | 10/23/24 | 10/25/24 | 12/13/24 | 7 weeks |
Spring 1 | 1/27/25 | 1/14/25 | 1/18/25 | 1/23/25 | 1/24/25 | 3/16/25 | 7 weeks |
Spring 2 | 3/24/25 | 3/12/25 | 3/16/25 | 3/20/25 | 3/21/25 | 5/11/25 | 7 weeks |
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Admissions
Find out how to apply to the Master’s in Adolescent Education (Grades 7 Through 12) and Special Education (All Grades Pre-K Through 12) Dual Certification online
The streamlined admission process at the University of Mount Saint Vincent makes it easier to apply and helps you start your academic journey faster. Please read the full admission requirements for the Master of Science in Adolescent Education (Grades 7 Through 12) and Special Education (All Grades Pre-K Through 12) Dual Certification .
- Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts or Science
- Official transcripts
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
You must meet the following requirements for admission to the M.S. in Adolescent Education (Grades 7 Through 12) and Special Education (All Grades Pre-K Through 12) Dual Certification online program:
- Submit online application
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. Students must have majored in Math, English, History, or Biology, and must have at least 6 credits in Math, Science, English, or History.
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
- Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 and above on 4.0 scale
- Students with a GPA below 3.0 will be reviewed for acceptance by submitting a three-paragraph statement of purpose addressing the following three items:
1. Describe your personal and/or professional experiences which ignited your passion to become a teacher.
2. What is your current position and what has your career progression been since you graduated from college?
3. Why do you wish to obtain your Master's degree in education? How do you hope to benefit from pursuing this degree?
Official transcripts and other documents should be sent from the granting institutions to our Office of Admissions:
Email address: [email protected]
Mail address:
Office of Admission
University of Mount Saint Vincent
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Riverdale, NY 10471
Courses
Courses for the online M.S. in Adolescent Education (Grades 7 Through 12) and Special Education (All Grades Pre-K Through 12) Dual Certification online program
For this master’s in adolescent education online program, the curriculum is comprised of 15 courses for a total of 45 credit hours.
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