Department of Education

Initial Teacher Education Programs (MS in Teaching)

Admission Requirements
Contact Information

PROGRAM: Dual Certification in Early Childhood/Childhood Education

Degree: Master of Science in Teaching (MST)

The Master of Science in Teaching programs are intended for those seeking initial teaching certification in Early Childhood/Childhood, or Adolescence Education. Most students in this program work full-time and pursue the degree on a part-time basis, averaging six credits per semester. Degree requirements vary and you will work with your advisor to develop your program plan. For qualified students, Iona offers the “Transition B” program as a shortened pathway to certification.

Campus Location:

New Rochelle Rockland Graduate Center

Accreditation: NCATE: National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education

Does the program lead to licensure?
Students who have completed the program, including teaching experience, and completed the other requirements set by New York State, may apply for initial teaching certification in New York State

Specific focus of the program:
Prepare candidates for dual certification in both early childhood and childhood education.

Key features:

• NCATE accreditation (national recognition)
• Iona is well-recognized and regarded as a major teacher-training institution
• "Transition B” format of program is available for qualified applicants
• Program integrates theory and practice so graduates are able to apply their learning in the classroom
• Small class sizes give students the opportunity to be closely mentored by the faculty
• Courses may be completed on either campus
• Broad array of computer resources available on both campuses

Sample job titles of alumni:
Teacher
Department chair
Assistant principal
Principal
Superintendent

Calendar:
Semester
Two hours, one evening a week
Some courses offered by distance-learning

Entry terms: Fall, spring, summer

Application deadline:

rolling for traditional program November 1 for Transition B

Average courseload per term: 2 courses (three credits each)

Credits to completion:

39 for the Childhood program 45 for dual certification 33 credits for the "Transition B” format

Average time to complete the degree: 2 years

Out-of-classroom activities required:
Ten hours of fieldwork are required for every education class.

Internship/practicum required for degree completion:
Supervised student teaching for one semester or alternative method as approved by the faculty

Required academic preparation or background experience:
Specific prerequisites and minimum undergraduate GPA

Admission requirements:

• Application for admission
• Official transcripts from all colleges attended
• Three professional letters of recommendation
• Minimum GPA 2.95 (minimum GPA of 3.0 for "Transition B")
• GRE examination if cumulative undergraduate GPA is below 2.95 with a minimum score of 500 verbal and 500 quantitative
• Interview required for "Transition B" applicants
• Autobiography/statement on desire to enter the teaching profession
• Satisfactory completion of all prerequisites as determined by the MST evaluation (can begin the program if within 6 credits of completing prerequisites)

Cross reference:

• MST in Adolescence Education (specializations in Biology, English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Spanish)
• MSEd in Adolescence Education (specializations in Biology, English, Italian, Mathematics, Social Studies, Spanish)
• MSEd in Literacy Education
• MSEd in Educational Leadership
• Courses for extension of certification to middle-school
• "Transition B” format for MST programs
• MS in Educational Technology
• Certificate in Educational Technology (leads to extension of certification)

Department Contact: Dr. Catherine O’Callaghan (914) 633-2210 cocallaghan@iona.edu

Admissions Contact: (914) 633-2502 admissions@iona.edu

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