Overview

At the Childhood Education and Childhood Special Education, Grades 1-6, Initial Certification MA program from New York University, you'll take courses that link the theory and practice of childhood education and childhood special education as you gain:

Strategies to adapt curricula, learning environments, and assessments to address the different intellectual, emotional, and behavioral needs of students
A solid foundation in pedagogy and core liberal arts subjects such as mathematics, English/language arts, and social studies

Approaches for working with children with emotional/behavioral disabilities, including educating children with severe/multiple disabilities

Our graduates understand that special education is neither a place nor a group of students. Rather, special education refers to specialized services, environment modifications, differentiated instruction, adapted curricula, or other supports provided to students with disabilities. We encourage our students to view all children and their families as individuals with varying degrees of skills, and untapped potential for quality lives in schools, work, recreation, and in their communities.

Career Opportunities

Upon graduation, you'll be eligible for initial certification in New York State for both childhood education and special education, grades 1–6. You’ll be prepared for an in-demand career as a:

Teacher in general, inclusive, and special education classrooms in public and private elementary schools
Special education teacher in hospitals, day-treatment centers and other clinical settings, and in group homes and agencies such as the Young Adult Institute
Charter school developer or administrator for specialized education programs

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Language and Literacy
Teaching Elementary School Math
Science Experiences in the Elementary School
Integrated Arts in Childhood Education
Education of Children with Special Needs in Childhood Settings
Strategies for Working with Children with Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities
Assessment and Instructional Design for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

46 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Liberal arts major or 30 semester hours in a single liberal arts concentration

3 semester hours of English

3 semester hours of mathematics (includes statistics)

3 semester hours of natural or physical sciences

3 semester hours of social science/studies

3 semester hours of a language other than English (American Sign Language is acceptable)

Tuition Fees

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55254 USD / year

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Out-of-State

55254 USD / year

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In-State

55254 USD / year

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Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

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Key information

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Financing

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