E-mail this pageMaster's Degree in Childhood Education
Our Childhood Education Master's Degree Allows You To:
- prepare to teach in an elementary school classroom grades 1-6;
- meet degree requirements to obtain initial teacher certification in childhood education (grades 1-6) granted through the New York State Education Department;
- benefit from personal advisement with a graduate advisor; and,
- compete academic courses in the evening.
Master of Science for Teachers (M.S.T.) in Childhood Education (45 graduate credits)
SUNY Plattsburgh offers a Master of Science for Teachers (M.S.T.) leading to initial New York State certification for grades 1-6. An applicant must have a bachelor's degree in a subject matter/major that coincides with a concentration area in SUNY Plattsburgh's undergraduate childhood education program (Any deficiencies in a concentration as listed in the current undergraduate catalog must be made up prior to admission). Concentration areas include: art, biology, chemistry, earth science, English, French, mathematics, music, social studies, or Spanish.
Benefits of an M.S.T. in Childhood Education
- Switch careers without completing another undergraduate degree.
- Complete academic courses in the evenings so you can work during the day.
- A program with themes that support development into a qualified, caring, and competent professional.
- Enter into a field where you make a difference in children's lives.
Program Admission Requirements:
- a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a liberal arts major that coincides with a concentration area in SUNY Plattsburgh's undergraduate childhood education program. Transcripts will be reviewed to evaluate undergraduate coursework;
- a minimum undergraduate G.P.A. of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale;
- completion of 6 credits or equivalent in English, math, social studies, and science (7 credits-one laboratory class) with no grade lower than a B;
- a personal health course that fulfills the New York State Health Education requirement; and,
- two semesters or equivalent of a college-level foreign language (e.g., Spanish I and Spanish II). (Sign Language I and II permitted)
Program Description
- View the course curriculum for the master in childhood education. Note: this 179kb file requires the latest version of Acrobat Reader, which is available as a free download.
- View childhood education course descriptions
Application Deadlines and Additional Admission Requirements
The application deadline for fall matriculation is February 15th and for spring admission, October 15th. Admission to Plattsburgh State University of New York is granted without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or handicap.
- A letter of intent.
- Three (3) letters of reference indicating the applicant's ability to pursue graduate study. At least 2 letters must be from college faculty.
- Availability of program openings.
Required Prior to Student Teaching
- Completion of a minimum of 30 graduate hours with a minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0.
- A grade of B or higher in all courses in the MST program.
- Meet all conditions of acceptance into the MST program.
Capstone Evaluation
Graduate students must complete a portfolio project. The project requires demonstrated knowledge major theories, research, and best teaching practices in the elementary school classroom.
Certification
Earn Your Master's in Childhood Education at Queensbury, NY
SUNY Plattsburgh's Childhood Education Programs at the Branch Campus at Adirondack Community College (ACC)
A Master of Science for Teachers (M.S.T) in childhood education grades 1-6, leading to initial certification, is offered at SUNY Plattsburgh's branch campus at ACC. Learn more about the branch campus program.
Questions, Comments, Suggestions?
If you would like to learn more about the Childhood Education Program, please drop us a line at education@plattsburgh.edu or contact:
Dr. Denise Simard
Office: Sibley Hall 202
Phone: (518) 564-5111
Fax: (518) 564-2149
E-mail: simardda@plattsburgh.edu
Jill Myers, Secretary
Phone: (518) 564-2154
E-mail: Jill.Myers@plattsburgh.edu