M.A. Programs in Special Education at the Early Childhood Level (Birth-Grade 2)
Our M.A. programs in early childhood special education focus on the value of early childhood educational experiences in all aspects of the young child’s life. Our students understand that play is the basis of learning in all spheres of development, and relationships with peers and adults are key to children’s learning from their experiences. Accordingly, NYU graduates are prepared to work collaboratively with families, other professionals, and the community organizations that represent the wide cultural variations characteristic of urban settings.
- The Dual-Certification Master’s Program in Early Childhood Education and Special Education: Early Childhood (ESEE)
- The M.A. Program in Special Education: Early Childhood (SEEC) (34 points)
The Dual-Certification Master’s Program in Early Childhood Education and Special Education: Early Childhood (ESEE) (47 points)
This program is open to participants who have a bachelor’s degree but who are not yet certified to teach. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be eligible for New York State certification in both general and special education at the early childhood level (birth-grade 2). Students may complete this program on an accelerated, full-time basis in a little more than a calendar year, commencing early in the summer, followed by fall and spring semesters, and concluding the following summer.
Program of Study
Satisfactory completion of many Department of Teaching and Learning degrees includes field experiences.
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Course Number |
Title of Course |
|---|---|
General Pedagogical Core ( 7 points): |
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| TCHL-GE 2010 | Inquiries in Teaching and Learning III (4) |
| Language and Literacy in the Early Years (3) |
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Specialized Pedagogical Courses - Early Childhood (12 points): |
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| ECED-GE 2024 | Issues in Early Childhood Education (3) |
| ECED-GE 2037 | Curriculum in Early Childhood Education: Theory and Methods in Integrated Curriculum (2) |
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ECED-GE 2038 |
Curriculum in Early Childhood: Materials & Practice (3) |
| MPAIA-GE 2005 | Integrated Arts in the Early Childhood Curriculum (1) |
| ECED-GE 2002 | Integrating Seminar in Early Childhood Education I (1) |
| Integrating Seminar in Early Childhood Education II (2) |
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Specialized Pedagogical Courses - Special Education (18 points): |
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|---|---|
| SPCED-GE 2126 | The Young Special Needs Child: Child, Family, and Community I (3) |
| SPCED-GE 2127 | The Young Special Needs Child: Child, Family, and Community II (3) |
| SPCED-GE 2160 | Educating Children with Special Needs in Early Childhood Settings (3) |
| SPCED-GE 2128 | Principles and Practices of Early Childhood Special Education (3) |
| SPCED-GE 2052 | Education of Students with Severe and Multiple Disabilities (3) |
| SPCED-GE 2108 | Strategies for Teaching Students with Emotional & Behavioral Disabilities (3) |
Observation, Fieldwork, and Student Teaching (7 points): |
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| ECED-GE 2255 | Field Placements in Early Childhood (1) |
| SPCED-GE 2502 | Observations in Early Childhood Special Education Settings (1) |
| ECED-GE 2903 |
Student Teaching in Early Childhood I (2) |
| ECED-GE 2904 |
Student Teaching in Early Childhood Special Education II (3) |
Culminating Experience (3 points): |
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| SPCED-GE 2512 | Integrating Seminar in Early Childhood Special Education II (3) |
Also required for New York State certification is: |
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| TCHL-GE 2999 | The Social Responsibilities of Teachers: Drug and Alcohol Education/ Child Abuse Identification/School Violence Prevention (0) |
The M.A. Program in Special Education: Early Childhood (SEEC) (34 points)
This program is open to participants who have a bachelor’s degree and who hold certification or are eligible for certification in early childhood education. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be eligible for New York State certification in special education at the early childhood level (birth-grade 2).
Degree Requirements
Satisfactory completion of many Department of Teaching and Learning degrees includes field experiences.
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Course Number |
Title of Course |
|---|---|
Specialized Pedagogical Courses - Special Education (15 points): |
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| SPCED-GE 2126 | The Young Special Needs Child: Child, Family, and Community I |
| SPCED-GE 2127 | The Young Special Needs Child: Child, Family, and Community II |
| SPCED-GE 2160 | Educating Children with Special Needs in Early Childhood Settings |
| SPCED-GE 2128 | Principles and Practices of Early Childhood Special Education |
| SPCED-GE 2052 | Education of Students with Severe and Multiple Disabilities |
| SPCED-GE 2511 | Integrating Seminar in Early Childhood Special Education I |
Observation, Fieldwork, and Student Teaching (7 points): |
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| SPCED-GE 2502 | Observations in Early Childhood Special Education Settings |
| SPCED-GE 2902 |
Student Teaching in Early Childhood Special Education II |
Electives (9 points): |
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| SPCED-GE 2901 |
Student Teaching in Early Childhood Special Education I |
| Others by advisement | |
Culminating Experience (3 points): |
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| SPCED-GE 2512 | Integrating Seminar in Early Childhood Special Education II |
Also required for New York State certification is: |
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| TCHL-GE 2999 | The Social Responsibilities of Teachers: Drug and Alcohol Education/ Child Abuse Identification/School Violence Prevention |