Overview

Candidates may complete most, but not all, of their degree requirements in the Watertown area if they choose. Also, Canadian students who complete this program and all New York State teacher certification requirements are eligible to apply to the Ontario College of Teachers for Ontario certification at the primary / junior divisions.

The Childhood Education, M.S.T. program at State University of New York Potsdam is intended for candidates who do not hold a teaching certificate and seek to earn certification in Childhood Education (Grades 1-6). Upon enrollment, instructors can guide you to the pathway of additional B-2 certification.

Key facts:

What You Will Learn:

The skills, pedagogical knowledge, and disposition necessary to become a successful classroom teacher in grades 1–6.
Cutting edge, inclusive teaching strategies that make learning exciting and accessible for your students.
Deep understanding of the methods for teaching literacy, math, science and social studies, providing the foundation to create and teach effective curriculum.
Creative approaches for integrating technology into your classroom.
Multiple opportunities to grow, take risks, and develop your own teaching philosophy.
Communication skills to enhance your ability to teach in a collaborative environment.

Accreditation

The MST Childhood Education program is both NCATE accredited and nationally recognized by the ACEI.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Classroom Management and Discipline
Literacy : Methods (Childhood)
Elementary Mathematics: Content and Methods
Elementary Science: Content and Methods
Elementary Social Studies: Content and Methods
Practicum in Childhood Education

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

47 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Potsdam, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

All graduate applicants must show evidence of an earned baccalaureate degree from a duly accredited college or university, typically through submission of an official transcript obtained through the registrar’s office of each prior institution attended.

Unofficial transcripts may be submitted for the purpose of obtaining an admissions decision. However, proof of completion of bachelor's degree requirements, and conferral of that degree must be submitted no later than the end of the fourth week of classes.
A minimum undergraduate grade point average as indicated within each specific program of study. All programs utilize the most recent 60 credits for GPA purposes (unless otherwise indicated) / 3.0 GPA

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

13570 USD / year

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Out-of-State

13570 USD / year

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In-State

11310 USD / year

≈ 11310 USD / year

Funding

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