Degrees for Education

The M.A.T. for Prospective Teachers is designed for those individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree in English and want to become certified to teach English/Language Arts in grades 5 through 12. This program fulfills all the requirements for New Hampshire State Certification and most or all requirements for secondary certification in many other states.
Competencies

Prospective teachers graduating with an M.A.T. in English should be prepared to:
Enhance their existing knowledge of literature, language, and writing.
Create learning strategies to teach secondary students the literature, reading, writing, speaking, listening, and thinking skills required by district, state, and national standards and the personal needs of students.
Develop learning environments that foster rich language learning and thinking.
Apply a constructivist philosophy and integrated learning strategies to the development of curricula and the teaching of curricula.
Develop a personal teaching philosophy that is grounded in lifelong learning and a commitment to students and their learning.
Meet all requirements for New Hampshire State Certification as a secondary teacher of English.
Degree Requirements (39 credits)

The program director, depending on the student’s educational background and preparation, may authorize substitutions in the program.
Methodology and Theory Courses (12 credits)
ENG 531 - Teaching of Writing Credits: 3
ENG 532 - Teaching the Language Arts Credits: 3
ENG 533 - Teaching Literature to Adolescents Credits: 3
ENG 535 - Current Issues/Language Arts Classrooms Credits: 3
Education Courses (12 credits)
ED 503 - Philosophy of Education Credits: 3
ED 515 - Psychology of Adolescent and Adult Development Credits: 3
ED 523 - Teaching Reading in the Content Areas: Methods and Applications Credits: 3
ED 533 - Managing Adolescents: Survival Skills for Secondary Teachers Credits: 3
Content Area Courses - Language and Literature (9 credits)
ENG 530 - English Language: Development and Issues Credits: 3
LIT or WRIT 2 electives. See course listing.
Internship/Seminar (6 credits)
The completion of 75 hours of pre-student teaching experience (PSTE) is required before ENG 635.
ENG 635 - Internship/Seminar in Secondary Teaching Credits: 6
Other Requirements
Meeting with the program director to register for courses
Adherence to all requirements in Guide to M.A.T. Program
Comprehensive examination: Students have input on the content of their take-home examination, which asks them to synthesize material from courses in their graduate program and their internship experience. They have 72 hours to complete the examination. Follow-up discussion of the content of the exam with the department coordinator and another faculty member. (No credit.)

Teaching kindergarten through 12th grade students is a challenging and often the task seems overwhelming. Keeping up with the challenges of diverse, multi-cultural classrooms, being held accountability to local as well as state and federal standards, and preparing students for the ever changing world students are just some of the day-to-day demands on teachers.

But the rewards for making certain students can lead productive lives in the 21st century are great for those teachers prepared for Learning, Teaching, Leading.

Through its Wayland H. Cato, Jr. School of Education, Queens University is committed to do just that — prepare future teachers for lifelong learning, for effective teaching, and for being leaders in the field of education.

The Wayland H. Cato, Jr. School of Education offers an academic major in education leading to North Carolina Elementary Teacher Licensure (K-6). Students majoring in English, mathematics, biology, social studies or history may choose a concentration leading to North Carolina Secondary Teacher Licensure (9-12). Students majoring in Foreign Language may choose a concentration leading to North Carolina Teacher Licensure (K-12). All programs are approved by the state of North Carolina.

Students may become teachers through Queens University’s day and evening programs.

Careers of recent graduates:
Teachers graduating from Queens are in demand locally, nationally and abroad. Characteristics of good teachers, such as intelligence, strong communication and organization skills, maturity and professionalism, can also be transferred to careers in administrative management, marketing, public relations and sales.

Our programs are designed to prepare candidates for initial teacher licensing in both Indiana and in Kentucky. The Secondary Education Program offers initial teacher licensing at the middle school, junior high school, and high school settings in:
Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
Chemistry
Earth/Space Science
Life Science (Biology)
Physical Science (Chemistry & Physics) CANDIDATES for KENTUCKY LICENSURE: Please be aware that KY does not currently grant a license to teach chemistry or physics based on the IUS Physical Science major. “Physical Science” is an Indiana licensing area, but not for Kentucky.
Social Studies
Historical Perspectives (US & World)
Government & Citizenship
Psychology
Sociology
Economics
Geographical Perspectives (Human)

In addition to the above, you may also earn a teaching minor (NOT the same as an academic minor) in:
Spanish
French
German
Chemistry
Physics
Journalism
Theatre Arts
Computer Education

NOTE: Kentucky does not grant a license based on teaching minors.

All of this is based on the standards set forth by the Indiana Office of Educator Licensing and Development, the Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (INTASC), and the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). Candidates may add other teaching areas to one of the four primary areas.

The Secondary Program also offers Transition to Teaching, a certification-only program where degree holders may earn secondary teacher licensing in an earned major.

The secondary teacher preparation program consists of studies that prepare students for transfer to complete their bachelor’s degree and other state requirements for teacher certification. Early planning is necessary to ensure that your curriculum meets the requirements of the program in which you plan to complete your requirements and those of the state in which you plan to teach. Suggested Sequence
First Year Fall
ENGL 101 English Composition I 3
MATH 102 Beginning Algebra or higher 3
Computer proficiency elective 3
Humanities or soc sci elective 3
Natural science elective 3
Natural science lab 1
Total 16

First Year Spring
COMM 204 Intro to Speech Comm 3
ENGL 102 English Composition II 3
HIST 101 World Civilization I 3
Natural science elective 3
Natural science lab 1
Social science elective 3
Total 16

Second Year Fall
ENGL 302 American Literature I or
ENGL 307 English Literature I* 3
HIST 102 World Civilization II 3
Social science elective 3
Electives 9
Total 18

Second Year Spring
ART 101 Art Appreciation 3
ENGL 303 American Literature II or
ENGL 308 English Literature II 3
MUSC 101 Music Appreciation 3
Electives 9
Total 18
Degree total 68

* Or ENGL 302 American Literature I or ENGL 307 English Literature I, depending on the requirements of the program into which you plan to transfer.

The Social Studies major and minor are for students seeking teacher certification. The Michigan approved certification program is an approved Siena Heights University BA degree major only if all requirements for elementary or secondary teacher certifications are met.
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REACH to Teach is a graduate program at Saint Joseph College that combines initial secondary teacher licensure with a Master of Arts Degree in one streamlined, cohort program. In just five semesters, from spring to spring, REACH candidates complete their certification requirements and earn a professional license to teach in Connecticut’s public schools. With just one additional semester, students can complete their Master’s degree. To create the most competitive program for the strongest teacher candidates, the REACH program provides students with a scholarship that waives graduate tuition for nine credits of student teaching, making it financially competitive with any program.

Saint Joseph College graduates are consistently recognized among Connecticut’s top teachers and instructional leaders. With significant shortages already present in the secondary schools, it is an opportune time to become an exceptional secondary teacher.

Who should apply to REACH?
Students are eligible to apply if they hold an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution, earned a minimum of 3.0 cumulative GPA and as well as in the major, and have passing scores on the PRAXIS I test or hold a PRAXIS waiver letter. During a meeting with Certification Officer Jill Mack, REACH applicants will be able to review the REACH program and receive detailed information on materials required for acceptance in the Department of Education.

How do I apply to REACH to Teach
Please call the Certification Office, 860.231.5330, to schedule an appointment to discuss the REACH to Teach Program. Before your appointment, please send an official copy of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts as well as your PRAXIS I Score Report or PRAXIS I waiver letter to: Certification Officer, Department of Education, Saint Joseph College, 1678 Asylum Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06117.

What makes REACH special?
REACH prepares prospective high school teachers for today’s inclusive secondary classroom with students of diverse needs and cultures in an accelerated cohort program. Saint Joseph College rewards such highly motivated, aspiring teachers with a scholarship award for nine credits in student teaching.

Eligible candidates who sign a REACH to Teach program agreement will be accepted into the program in limited-size cohort groups that begin each January. Full financial aid is available for two years.

How is REACH different from traditional secondary licensure programs?
REACH Candidates:
Submit a singular application into The Graduate School and the Education Department.
Learn together in a cohort under the personalized attention of Saint Joseph College faculty.
Pre-register for summer and fall classes as a cohort.
Experience a comprehensive, specialized, yet accelerated program.
Meet with an academic advisor who has expertise with the REACH program.
Receive a scholarship for 9 credits of student teaching.
Network with prior REACH graduates.
Receive both secondary teacher licensure and a Master of Arts degree in one accelerated program.

What is the process for acceptance into REACH to Teach?
You will complete the process for admission to the Department of Education after meeting with the Certification Officer who will provide you with all necessary information. The REACH to Teach faculty will evaluate your application and notify you of your acceptance to REACH at the same time as your admission to the Department of Education. You will sign and return a REACH to Teach agreement with a $150 non-refundable check payable to Saint Joseph College that will be applied to your first course in the cohort.

What happens if I am not able to continue in the cohort?
You may transfer all your completed courses to the traditional program with no loss of course credits. You will complete a new planned program of study for licensure as well as a new plan of study for the MA. An additional 3-credit course for the MA is required. The scholarship for student teaching credits does not apply to the traditional program.

Study with the largest provider of high quality secondary teacher training in the UK;
Discover quality teaching and learning opportunities on a popular programme officially recognised as one of the best in the country, offering excellent career prospects in both schools and the FE sector;
Fees which do not have to be paid up front, and bursary support, make this programme highly affordable;
Choice of full-time and flexible routes, to suit your lifestyle and commitments;
Individually-tailored support.

This PGCE will equip you with a range of academic, professional and vocational knowledge, understanding, skills and values necessary to become a high quality and skilled teacher of Business Studies. The programme aims to develop reflective and analytical skills as well as providing practical experience in planning effective lessons and learning strategies, hands-on classroom experience, and opportunities to further your own subject knowledge.

The programme equips you to teach across the 14-19 age range, covering vocational programmes such as Applied Business as well as traditional GCSE, AS and A2 courses. Business Education gained the highest possible grades in the last OFSTED inspection. Campus: Ormskirk Campus, Edge Hill University

GTTR: N1X1
Course Type: Postgraduate Certificate
Attendance & Study Mode: 1 year Full Time
3 years Flexible

Start Date: September 2009 or September 2009

2009 Entry Requirements

To join this programme you should have: GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade C or above (or equivalent qualification); A first degree from a UK higher education institution or equivalent qualification; A degree classification usually at 2:2 or above (exceptions may be made); Satisfactory levels of competence in Information and Communications Technology; A demonstrable interest in teaching within the curriculum area. You could show this in a number of ways - time spent in schools, knowledge of the chosen curriculum area, relevant practical experience.

If you accept a formal offer from Edge Hill University you will be required to meet the Department for Children, Schools and Families standards for physical and mental fitness to teach and clearance to work with children. You will also be provisionally registered with the General Teaching Council for England (GTC). Further details, including a Declaration of Health questionnaire, Criminal Records Bureau Enhanced Disclosure application form and GTC suitability assessment questionnaire will be sent to you after you have firmly accepted an offer. You will be registered with the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) in line with University policy.

Study with the largest provider of high quality secondary teacher training in the UK;
Discover quality teaching and learning opportunities utilising a range of faith practitioners from the range of world religions;
Fees which don’t have to be paid up front, bursary support and a Golden Hello make this programme highly affordable;
Choice of full-time and flexible routes, to suit your lifestyle and commitments;
Individually-tailored support.

Please note, the flexible route for this programme is now closed for entry in-year or September 2009.

This PGCE will equip you with a range of academic, professional and vocational knowledge, understanding, skills and values necessary to become a high quality and skilled teacher of Religious Education. The programme aims to develop reflective and analytical skills as well as providing practical experience in planning effective lessons and learning strategies. Hands-on classroom experience, and opportunities to further your own subject knowledge is an integral part of the programme and helps you to develop useful contacts for the future, through meeting and talking with faith practitioners from a variety of world religions.Campus: Ormskirk Campus, Edge Hill University

GTTR: V6X1
Course Type: Postgraduate Certificate
Attendance & Study Mode: 1 year Full Time
3 years Flexible

Start Date: September 2009 or September 2009

2009 Entry Requirements

To join this programme you should have: GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade C or above (or equivalent qualification); A first degree from a UK higher education institution or equivalent qualification; A degree classification usually at 2:2 or above (exceptions may be made); Satisfactory levels of Information and Communications Technology competence; A demonstrable interest in teaching within the curriculum area. You could show this in a number of ways such as time spent in schools, knowledge of the chosen curriculum area, or relevant practical experience.

If you accept a formal offer from Edge Hill University you will be required to meet the Department for Children, Schools and Families standards for physical and mental fitness to teach and clearance to work with children. You will also be provisionally registered with the General Teaching Council for England (GTC). Further details, including a Declaration of Health questionnaire, Criminal Records Bureau Enhanced Disclosure application form and GTC suitability assessment questionnaire will be sent to you after you have firmly accepted an offer. You will be registered with the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) in line with University policy.

Study with the largest provider of high quality secondary teacher training in the UK
Excellent quality teaching and learning opportunities to study ICT to degree level
Gain Qualified Teacher Status as you study for your degree
A subject that is at the heart of teaching
Two or three year programme depending on your entry status
Part-time route available
Individually-tailored support

* Successful completion of the programme leads to recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status.

This is a programme which combines the best in practical teaching experience through over 120 days on placement and extensive degree level knowledge of the subject area of ICT. Campus: Ormskirk Campus, Edge Hill University

UCAS: X1G4/X1GK
Course Type: Undergraduate Degree
Attendance & Study Mode: 2-3 years Full Time
4 years Part Time

Start Date: September 2009 or September 2009

2009 Entry Requirements

If you are applying for the three-year programme, you need 220 points overall to include at least two A levels, of which 80 points (grade C) in IT or a related subject, plus GCSE Maths and English Language at grade C (or equivalent). For the 2 year programme, you require a relevant HND/C or Part 1 of a degree programme, plus GCSE Maths and English at grade C or equivalent.

If you accept a formal offer from Edge Hill University you will be required to meet the Department for Children, Schools and Families standards for physical and mental fitness to teach and clearance to work with children. You will also be provisionally registered with the General Teaching Council for England (GTC). Further details, including a Declaration of Health questionnaire, Criminal Records Bureau Enhanced Disclosure application form and GTC suitability assessment questionnaire will be sent to you after you have firmly accepted an offer. You will be registered with the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) in line with University policy.

Study with the largest provider of high quality secondary teacher training in the UK.
Excellent quality teaching and learning opportunities provided by tutors with experience in primary and secondary schools.
Become an RE specialist, able to teach in a primary or secondary school.
In school teaching opportunities at both primary and secondary level.
Experience both the primary and secondary school curriculum.
Enhancement of subject knowledge at Key Stage 4.
Develop the skills to be an open-minded, exploratory and imaginative RE teacher.

* Successful completion of the programme leads to recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status.

This programme is an exciting opportunity to study Religious Education at degree level while training to become a high quality professional teacher. This unique programme is the first step in teaching as a specialist in either primary or secondary schools.

If you want to teach RE you need to be able to present impartial and balanced views. In the classroom you will observe and teach activities such as discussion, debate, role-play and simulations, ICT research and presentations, videos, collage and display work, field trips to faith communities and investigation of religious and citizenship themes through continuous prose writing, pupil evaluations and responses to challenging ethical and religious issues.Campus: Ormskirk Campus, Edge Hill University

UCAS: XV16
Course Type: Undergraduate Degree
Attendance & Study Mode: 3 years Full Time

Start Date: September 2009

2009 Entry Requirements

220 points overall to include at least two A levels or equivalent, of which 80 points (grade C) in Religious Education, plus GCSE Maths, English Language and Science at grade C (or equivalent).

If you accept a formal offer from Edge Hill University you will be required to meet the Department for Children, Schools and Families standards for physical and mental fitness to teach and clearance to work with children. You will also be provisionally registered with the General Teaching Council for England (GTC). Further details, including a Declaration of Health questionnaire, Criminal Records Bureau Enhanced Disclosure application form and GTC suitability assessment questionnaire will be sent to you after you have firmly accepted an offer. You will be registered with the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) in line with University policy.