Education

Chair: Carol M. Pate, Ed.D.

The education department offers the following master's, certification, and certificate programs:

 M.Ed. in ELEMENTARY EDUCATION  

      Including certifications in Elementary Education, Elementary/Middle Education, Reading Specialist and Special Education N-12   

NOTE: The current M.Ed. in Elementary Education and Elementary Education Certification Programs (K-6) end August 31, 2013. 

Students who have not completed any education courses must choose between the new PreK-4 or Elementary/Middle Level certification programs beginning the 2011-2012 academic year.  Only those students who have an approved elementary certification program of study will be allowed to complete the current K-6 certification program. 

M.Ed. in EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION  

Including certification in Early Childhood Education (N-3), PreK-4 Education, Early Childhood Education with Montessori Education Certificate 

NOTE: The current M.Ed. in ECE and Certification Programs (N-3) end August 31, 2013.

Students who have not completed any education courses will need to choose between the new PreK-4 or Elementary /Middle Level certification programs beginning the 2011-2012 academic year.  Only those students who have an approved early childhood N-3 certification program of study will be allowed to complete the certification program. 

M.Ed. in EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP - ACCELERATED FORMAT 

      Including certification as K-12 School Principal 

M.Ed. in SECONDARY EDUCATION 

Including: grades 7-12 Biology, Chemistry, English; grades K-12 Foreign Languages (Spanish, French, and Latin), General Science, Mathematics, and Social Studies. In addition, the education department offers an M.Ed. in Secondary Education with a Literacy Professional designation and an M.Ed. in Secondary Education with Special Education certification. 

CERTIFICATIONS IN: 

PreK-4 Education 

Elementary Education, K-6 (must be completed by 8/31/11)  

Middle Level Education (Grades 4-8) 

Early Childhood Education, N-3 (must be completed by 8/31/11) 

Reading Specialist (K-12) 

Secondary Education (7-12)

    Biology, Chemistry, English, Foreign Languages (Spanish, French, and Latin), General Science, Mathematics, and Social Studies. 

School Principal (K-12) 

Special Education (N-12) must be complete by 8/31/13 

MONTESSORI CERTIFICATE 

Program Objectives
The Masters in Education (M.Ed.) programs are designed to meet the professional needs of individuals seeking initial or advanced degree and/or certification(s) programs in education and leadership. The primary purpose of Chestnut Hill College’s graduate program in education is to enhance the quality of teaching and prepare candidates for leadership roles, such as school principals and reading specialists. The mission of the education department is to build on the intellectual and holistic foundation of the Mission of Chestnut Hill College by helping students develop the professional skills and attitudes to educate a diverse community of learners. The department seeks to foster a deep commitment to teaching and lifelong learning. 

The graduate programs integrate knowledge of theory and practice with field experiences that include student teaching for initial certifications, and comprehensive practicum work for advanced preparation. The specific curriculum programs offer breadth of knowledge and in-depth specialization. Individuals have the opportunity to acquire beginning or advanced knowledge in one or more specialties, to develop greater competence in their disciplines, and to discover innovative and effective approaches to the educational process. The overall objective of these programs is to contribute significantly to the improvement of instruction in the classroom, the leadership in schools, and support services to meet the needs of all children.