Explore a career in education. Open to all undergraduate NYU students (except Teacher Education majors), this minor introduces you to the study of education and human development, from early childhood through adolescence. You'll be prepared for further study toward a career as a classroom teacher or in related fields such as psychology, advocacy, or social work.
Degree Details
Official Degree Title
Minor in Teacher Education
Format
Full-time or Part-time
Credits
14–16
What You'll Learn
The 14- to 16-credit minor in Teacher Education provides a foundational look into the study of education and human development and an opportunity for you to explore becoming an early childhood, elementary, middle, or high school teacher. You’ll take core coursework in education and human development and choose from electives in general education, special education, English and literacy education, world languages and TESOL, and math, science, and social studies education.
While this minor does not qualify you for initial teacher certification, your course work in the minor will give you skills you can apply to:
- Classroom teaching, through graduate study in a teacher certification program or a program like Teach for America
- Advocacy work on behalf of children, youth, parents, and families
- Nonprofits, domestic and international nongovernmental organizations, and government positions in education in the US and abroad
- The Peace Corps and other international development or education work
You’ll also be prepared for careers or further study in related fields such as psychology, counseling, social work, publishing, educational technology, and health, including positions working with children or adolescents with special needs.
Questions
If you have any additional questions about our degree, please feel free to contact us at teachlearn.advise@nyu.edu.