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Childhood Education, Extensions

Make the move to middle school in just two semesters of part-time study. Extend your teacher certification to Grades 7-9 English, math, or science with four technology-focused classes.

What You’ll Learn

The College of Arts and Sciences is no longer accepting applications for this degree program.


The Childhood Education, Extensions is ideal if you’re ready to extend your teacher certification to Grades 7-9 English, math, or science in just two part-time semesters of study.

In this technology-infused program, you’ll blend practical methodology with up-to-date research to develop the skills, strategies, and expertise you need to help young adolescents excel in academics and in life.

Career Options

  • Childcare/Preschool Administrator
  • Department Chair
  • Elementary/Middle School Teacher
  • Postsecondary Instructor in Childhood Education
  • Subject Tutor

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The Master of Science in Childhood Education is accredited by the Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI).

How You’ll Succeed

Upon graduation, you’ll be eligible for New York State certification as a teacher of Adolescent Education, Grades 7-12 in Math, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Social Studies, or English. In many instances, New York State certification can be applied towards requirements for teaching certification in other states. In addition, our graduates experience high success rates on New York State certification examinations (NYSTCE).

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Accredited

The Master of Science in Childhood Education is accredited by the Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI).