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Early Childhood and Special Education, M.Ed.

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Become a NYS certified teacher in Early Childhood Education (birth-grade 2) or Students with Disabilities (birth-grade 2) through this affordable and flexible dual certification program; developed for working adults who want to become teachers.

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Program Details

Standard Completion Time 
16 months full-time, 28 months part-time | Hybrid

Program Credits 
45

Cost Per Credit 
$795

Accreditation
AAQEP

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    Program Highlights

    • Work-friendly schedule (evening and online classes with full/part-time options)
    • Interview prep with local principals and superintendents
    • Faculty coaching through the certification process
    • Review sessions for certification exams
    • Teacher Immersion Fellowship Program (paid work in schools while enrolled)
    • Focus on connecting theory and practice

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    Adult and Graduate Admissions - 585.594.6600 | 800.777.4792 (toll free) - AGE-Admissions@roberts.edu