New York State Certification

NYS Certification for M.S. in Adolescent Education and Special Education (Dual Certification Grades 7-12)

Students who successfully complete the graduate program in Adolescent Education and Special Education (Dual Certification Grades 7-12) will:

1. Fulfill the academic requirements for New York State initial /professional certification in a content area (Biology, English, History or Mathematics Grades 7-12)
2. Fulfill the academic requirements for New York State initial/professional certification in Students with Disabilities Generalist Grades 7-12
3. Be recommended to New York State for initial/ professional certification in the aforementioned areas

Candidates will be informed of the certification process prior to program completion.