Master of Education
Chair: Carol M. Pate, Ed.D.
MASTER’S DEGREE, 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 15, 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 15, 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 8/15/13)
- Middle Level Education (Grades 4-8)
- Early Childhood Education, N-3 (must be completed by 8/15/13)
- 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 (PreK-8 and 7-12)
- Montessori
EARLY EDUCATION
(For the current Early Childhood Education N-3 certification program outline, please see the 2010-2011 catalog for program and course descriptions; this 2012-2013 catalog refers to the new PreK-4 certification program.)
M.Ed. in Early Education
Chestnut Hill College’s master’s program in Early Education integrates theory and practice concerning the cognitive, social and educational development of young children grades PreK-4. The program reflects contemporary research and scholarship in early childhood education and incorporates strategies to meet the needs of special populations, such as students with disabilities and diverse cultures. The course of study also takes into consideration the strengths, needs and interests of individual candidates.
OPTION I is designed for those whose undergraduate major is not in education and who seek Instructional I certification in Early Education PreK-4 as well as the Master of Education degree. This program is 42 credits.
Professional Methods and Assessment
EDP4 501 PreK4 Child Development & Learning
EDP4 503 Foundations, Curriculum, and Assessment
EDP4 510 Teaching Reading with Trade Books
EDP4 518 Education, Community & Family Partners
EDSP 510 Introduction to Special Education
EDSP 513 ESL Foundations and Methods
Professional Requirements (15 credits)
EDP4 507 Early Literacy and Language Arts
EDP4 515 Math Methods and Assessment
EDP4 517 Integrated Methods, Content, and Assessment
EDSP 512 Instruction in an Inclusive Environment
EDSP 511 Reading Intervention for Diverse Learners
Student Teaching and Seminar (6 credits)
EDP4 601 Student Teaching
EDP4 602 Professional Seminar
EDUC 651 Research and Evaluation of Practice I (3 credits)
Early Education - Pennsylvania Directors Credential
Chestnut Hill College is approved to deliver the PA Director Credential. The PA Director Credential is designed to provide a standard by which to measure program and fiscal management and leadership abilities of early childhood and school-age directors and administrators. It is a requirement of Keystone STARS programs at the STAR 3 or 4/4A level. The Directors Credential requires three (3 credit) courses that encompass eight core knowledge areas and seventy-eight learning objectives. Whether you are currently directing a program or have plans to direct a program, the PA Director’s Credential courses provide a solid foundation for management positions within early childhood programs. In Option II, the courses with the asterisk are the ones designated for the Director’s credential.
OPTION II (36 credit hours) is designed for:
• Students with Instructional I certification in Early Childhood Education who seek the master’s degree; or
• Students with Instructional I certification in Early Childhood Education who wish to fulfill the academic requirements for Instructional II certification.
• Students who have an undergraduate degree and are pursuing a career in early childhood education, including leadership positions, and the Director’s credential.
Professional Requirements (9 credits)
EDSP 510 Introduction to Special Education
EDP4 518 Education, Community & Family Partners
EDSP 513 ESL Foundations and Methods
EDUC 651 Research and Evaluation of Practice I
Specialization Requirements I (12 credits)
EDP4 604 Advanced Obs. and Recording of Child Dev.
EDP4 606 Advanced Authentic Assessment
EDP4 608 Advanced Working with Challenging Children
EDP4 625 Designing Environments for Infants and Toddlers
Leadership Requirements II (12 credits)
EDP4 612* Leadership and Administration of Programs
For Young Children
EDP4 614* Issues in Supervision of Programs for Young
Children
EDP4 616* The Business of Childcare: Effective Management
EDP4 618 Advocacy and Public Policy for Early Education
Early Education Intern certification/M.Ed. programs
The Pennsylvania Department of Education has yet to release the requirements for an Intern certification in Early Education – PreK-4. The Intern certificate is when accepted candidates pass required PECT exams and have an offer of employment in a high needs school, and complete the program requirements in 3 years or less. The major difference between a candidate accepted into an Intern program and a regular Early Education candidate is the requirement for mentoring throughout the first year of teaching on the Intern certificate. This mentoring becomes part of the student teaching requirement. The candidate is responsible for all the PreK-4 certification requirements; even if some of the requirements are fulfilled through the completion of an approved Institute such as Philadelphia Teaching Fellows. At present, for candidates currently accepted for Intern certificates; the following will be substituted for student teaching:
EDP4 590 PTF/Intern Field Experience II (1.5 cr)
EDP4 595 PTF/Intern Field Experience II (1.5 cr)
EDP4 704 PTF/Intern Student Teaching
EARLY CHILDHOOD WITH MONTESSORI CERTIFICATE
At Chestnut Hill College, the Montessori specialization offers an exciting alternative and an interesting perspective for those who desire to work with young children as well as experienced teachers. Montessori education has a philosophy of child growth and learning that focuses on:
- designing an environment in which young children may live, learn and develop at their own pace.
- developing a curriculum that adapts to the individual needs of young children while fostering creativity, personal responsibility, and community participation.
- preparing students to gain specific insights and sensitivities toward the child’s total development: mind, body, and spirit.
Program Options
The Montessori education program consists of seven (7) courses plus a year-long internship. Courses are offered during the fall and spring semesters; some courses are available as one-week intensive sessions during the summer. The minimum amount of time to complete the program is two years.
Students seeking Montessori certification have the following program options:
- Courses can be taken for graduate credit leading to a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education plus Montessori Certificate
- Graduate course credit plus Montessori certificate
- Montessori certification only (non credit)
Note: Courses can be taken for undergraduate elective credits with approval from the student’s advisor
Option I: Master’s in Early Childhood with Montessori Credential
Open to students who have a B.A./B.S. from an accredited institution and seek to obtain a Masters Degree (M.Ed.) in Early Childhood Education plus a Montessori Certificate. A student interested in this certification program should apply for admission through the School of Graduate Studies’ admissions process as a master’s degree-seeking student.
Matriculation into this certificate program requires a 3.0 GPA from an undergraduate degree program, official college transcripts, two letters of recommendation, resume, professional goals statement and application form. No standardized test is required for the Montessori certificate program.
Consultation/ Interview
An initial consultation with the Director of Graduate Admissions may be scheduled before or after submitting a formal application. Once an application has been submitted, an interview with the Director of the Montessori program is required along with a transcript review meeting with the Chair of the education department.
To apply for the Master of Education in Early Childhood contact Graduate Admissions at 215-248-7097 or gradadmissions@chc.edu.
Professional Requirements (9 credits)
- EDSP 513 ESL Foundations and Methods
- EDSP 510 Introduction to Special Education
- EDUC 651 Research and Evaluation of Practice I
Prerequisite
In addition to the Montessori courses, the certificate requires a college-level course in child development. If a student has not taken this course as an undergraduate, he or she may fulfill this requirement by taking a course in Early Childhood Development, Developmental Psychology, or Educational Psychology at Chestnut Hill College or another accredited college/university.
- EDP4 501 Early Education Development and Learning (graduate credit) or MONC 027 (non-credit) or an equivalent course
Specialization Requirements - Montessori (29 credits)
- EDMN 520 Montessori Philosophy and Educational Theory
- EDMN 521 Montessori: Everyday Living
- EDMN 522 Montessori: Sensorial
- EDMN 523 Montessori: Math
- EDMN 524 Montessori: Language
- EDMN 525 Montessori: Natural and Social Science
- EDMN 526 Montessori: Education for Peace (1 cr)
- EDMN 630/631 Montessori Internship/Seminar Fall (5 cr)
- EDMN 632/633 Montessori Internship/Seminar Spring (5 cr)
Option II: Montessori Certificate (Graduate Credits)
Open to students who have a B.A./B.S. from an accredited institution and seek to obtain graduate credits for the Montessori credential. A student interested in this certification program should apply for admission through the School of Graduate Studies’ admissions process listed above.
Consultation/ Interview
An initial interview with the Director of Graduate Admissions may be scheduled before or after the application is submitted. Once an application has been submitted, an interview with the Director of the Montessori program is required. For more information, contact Graduate Admissions at 215-248-7097 or gradadmissions@chc.edu
Prerequisite
In addition to the Montessori courses, the certificate requires a college-level course in child development. If a student has not taken this course as an undergraduate, he or she may fulfill this requirement by taking a course in Early Childhood Development, Developmental Psychology, or Educational Psychology at Chestnut Hill College or another accredited college/university.
- EDP4 Early Education Development and Learning (graduate credit) or MONC 027 (non-credit) or an equivalent course
Specialization Requirements - Montessori (29 credits)
EDMN 520 Montessori Philosophy and Educational Theory
- EDMN 521 Montessori: Everyday Living
- EDMN 522 Montessori: Sensorial
- EDMN 523 Montessori: Math
- EDMN 524 Montessori: Language
- EDMN 525 Montessori: Natural and Social Science
- EDMN 526 Montessori: Education for Peace (1 cr)
- EDMN 630/631 Montessori Internship/Seminar Fall (5 cr)
- EDMN 632/633 Montessori Internship/Seminar Spring (5 cr)
Option III: Montessori Certificate Only (Non- Credit)
Applicants who have a high school diploma, a bachelor's degree or masters degree from an accredited institution may enroll in the CHC Montessori Teacher Education Program as non-credit students. When choosing this option, students will receive only the American Montessori Society Credential and will not, upon completion nor in the future, receive any undergraduate or graduate college credit for the coursework. Students must follow the same attendance policy and completion of required assignments.
Applicants must submit official transcripts from high school, undergraduate and graduate programs, two letters of recommendation, resume, professional goals statement and non-credit application form. No standardized test is required for the Montessori certificate program. All Montessori Program applicants must interview with the Program Director. Students interested in this option should contact the Montessori Program Director at 215-249-7123 or colaiannij@chc.edu.
Prerequisite
In addition to the Montessori courses, the certificate requires a college-level course in child development. If a student has not taken this course as an undergraduate, he or she may fulfill this requirement by taking a course in Early Childhood Development, Developmental Psychology, or Educational Psychology at Chestnut Hill College or another accredited college/university.
- EDP4 Early Education Development and Learning (must have bachelor’s to take graduate credit) or MONC 027 (non-credit) or an equivalent course
Specialization Requirements - Montessori
MONC 020 Montessori: Philosophy & Educational Theory (45 hrs)
MONC 021 Montessori: Everyday Living (45 hrs)
MONC 022 Montessori: Sensorial (45 hrs)
MONC 023 Montessori: Math (45 hrs)
MONC 024 Montessori: Language (45 hrs)
MONC 025 Montessori: Natural and Social Science (45 hrs)
MONC 026 Montessori: Education for Peace (15 hrs)
MONC 030 Montessori Fall Internship (270 hrs)
MONC 031 Montessori Fall Seminar (30 hrs)
MONC 032 Montessori Spring Internship (270 hrs)
MONC 033 Montessori Spring Seminar (30 hrs)
AMS CREDENTIAL
Students holding a Bachelor’s degree or higher will be awarded a full Early Childhood Credential from the American Montessori Society upon successful completion of all program requirements. Students who are high school graduates but do not have a four-year college degree will receive an Associate Early Childhood Credential.
M.Ed in Early Education with Special Education Certification
Chestnut Hill College’s master’s program in Early Education with special education certification integrates theory and practice concerning the cognitive, social and educational development of young children grades PreK-4 as well as young students in grades PK-8 with disabilities. The program reflects contemporary research and scholarship in early childhood education and incorporates strategies to meet the needs of special populations, such as students with disabilities and diverse cultures. The course of study also takes into consideration the strengths, needs and interests of individual candidates. This is a dual-certification program and thus integrates the requirements of both PreK-4 and PK-8 special education. This dual-certification program also integrates student teaching so that a second practicum is not required.
Professional Methods and Assessment
EDP4 501 PreK4 Child Development & Learning
EDP4 503 Foundations, Curriculum, and Assessment
EDP4 510 Teaching Reading with Trade Books
EDP4 518 Education, Community & Family Partners
EDSP 510 Introduction to Special Education
EDSP 513 ESL Foundations and Methods
Professional Requirements (15 credits)
EDP4 507 Early Literacy and Language Arts
EDP4 515 Math Methods and Assessment (2 cr)
EDP4 517 Integrated Methods, Content, and Assessment (4cr)
EDSP 512 Instruction in an Inclusive Environment
EDSP 511 Reading Intervention for Diverse Learners
Special Education Requirements
EDSP 600 Foundations of Special Education
EDSP 605 Educ. Practice for Students with LD/BD
(high incidence disabilities)
EDSP 615 Early Intervention for Children and Their Families
EDSP 630 Educ. Practice for Students with Physical and
Cognitive Disabilities (Low Incidence)
EDSP 635 Classroom Management for Students w/Disabilities
Student Teaching and Seminar (6 credits)
EDSP 651 Student Teaching
EDSP 652 Professional Seminar
EDUC 651 Research and Evaluation of Practice I (3 credits)
Early Education w/Special Education Intern certification/M.Ed. programs
The Pennsylvania Department of Education has yet to release the requirements for an Intern certification in Early Education (PreK-4) /Special Education – PreK-8. The Intern certificate is when accepted candidates pass required PECT exams and have an offer of employment in a high needs school, and complete the program requirements in 3 years or less. The major difference between a candidate accepted into an Intern program and a regular Early Education/Special Education candidate is the requirement for mentoring throughout the first year of teaching on the Intern certificate. This mentoring becomes part of the student teaching requirement. The candidate is responsible for all the PreK-4/PK-8 certification requirements; even if some of the requirements are fulfilled through the completion of an approved Institute such as Philadelphia Teaching Fellows. Passing of PECT exams may also reduce the number of credits needed to complete the program, please see the Chair of the education department for more information. At present, for candidates currently accepted for Intern certificates; the following will be substituted for student teaching:
EDSP 590 PTF/Intern Field Experience I (1.5 cr)
EDSP 595 PTF/Intern Field Experience II (1.5 cr)
EDSP 704 PTF/Intern Student Teaching
ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE LEVEL EDUCATION
Chestnut Hill’s graduate program in Elementary/Middle Education is designed to be flexible and to meet the needs of graduate students with varying academic backgrounds, certification status and professional goals who seek to work with students in grades 4-8.
OPTION I: M.Ed. in Elementary/Middle Level Education with certification in Grades 4-8 (42 credits) is designed for those whose undergraduate major is not in education, but who are seeking Instructional I certification. The K-6 Elementary Education Program will not be accepting students who have not completed any education courses either at the undergraduate or post-bac levels. If students have completed education courses prior to August of 2011 and think they can meet the existing requirements before August of 2013, please see Dr. Pate, Chair of Education Department for a complete review and program of study.
Certification in Grades 4-8 as well as the Master of Education degree with certification requires a choice of the following concentrations: English/Reading/Language Arts (ERLA); Social Studies; ERLA with Math; ERLA with Science; Math & Science. The concentration knowledge will be determined by undergraduate degree courses, professional experience and passing of Praxis II exams. The education courses are designed to support all concentration areas because the certification covers grades 4-6 as well as 7-8. The Praxis II exam will determine the concentration area recommended for certification at the completion of the program.
Professional Foundation Requirements (18 credits)
EDML 506 Adolescent Development & Learning
EDML 507 The Emerging Middle School
EDSP 510 Introduction to Special Education
EDSP 511 Reading Interventions for Diverse Learners
EDSP 512 Assessment and Instruction for Diverse Learners
EDSP 513 ESL Foundations and Methods
EDML 518 Classroom Management and Assessment
Professional Methods and Assessment Requirements (15 credits)
EDML 510 Reading Methods for Middle Grade Learners
EDML 511 Writing Methods for Middle Grade Learners
EDML 515 Science Methods for Middle Grade Learners (2 cr)*
EDML 516 Math Methods for Middle Grade Learners (2 cr)*
EDML 517 Social Studies for Middle Grade Learners (2 cr)*
* Note: Offered as a 15 week block, 5 weeks each.
Student Teaching and Seminar (6 credits)
EDML 601 Student Teaching
EDML 602 Professional Seminar
EDUC 651 Research and Evaluation of Practice I 3 credits
OPTION II: M.Ed. in Elementary/Middle Education (36 credits) for
• Students who already have Instructional II certification in Elementary Education who wish to acquire a master’s degree; or
• Students who have Instructional I certification in Elementary Education who wish to fulfill the academic requirements for Instructional II certification..
Professional Requirements (12 credits)
EDUC 651 Research and Evaluation of Practice I
EDUC 615 Technology in Education
EDSP 510 Introduction to Special Education
EDUC 526 Current Issues in Education
Specialization Requirements II (12 credits)
EDSP 511 Reading Intervention for Diverse Learners
EDSP 512 Assessment and Instruction for Diverse Learners
EDSP 513 ESL Foundations and Methods
EDML 507 The Emerging Middle School
EDML 518 Classroom Management and Assessment
Specialization Requirements I (12 credits)
EDML 510 Reading Methods for Middle Grade Learners
EDML 511 Writing Methods for Middle Grade Learners
EDML 515 Science Methods for Middle Grade Learners (2 cr)*
EDML 516 Math Methods for Middle Grade Learners (2 cr)*
EDML 517 Social Studies for Middle Grade Learners (2 cr)*
* Note: Offered as a 15 week block, 5 weeks each.
Elementary/Middle Education Intern certification/M.Ed. programs
The Pennsylvania Department of Education has yet to release the requirements for an Intern certification in Elementary/Middle Level Education – 4-8. The Intern certificate is when accepted candidates pass required PECT exams and have an offer of employment in a high needs school, and complete the program requirements in 3 years or less. The major difference between a candidate accepted into an Intern program and a regular Elementary/Middle Education candidate is the requirement for mentoring throughout the first year of teaching on the Intern certificate. This mentoring becomes part of the student teaching requirement. The candidate is responsible for all the Elementary/Middle certification requirements; even if some of the requirements are fulfilled through the completion of an approved Institute such as Philadelphia Teaching Fellows. At present, for candidates currently accepted for Intern certificates; the following will be substituted for student teaching:
EDML 590 PTF/Intern Field Experience I (1.5 cr)
EDML 595 PTF/Intern Field Experience II (1.5 cr)
EDML 704 PTF/Intern Student Teaching
M.Ed. in Elementary/Middle (Grades 4-8) with Special Education PK-8
Certification in Grades 4-8 as well as the Master of Education degree with special education certification requires a choice of the following concentrations: English/Reading/Language Arts (ERLA); Social Studies; ERLA with Math; ERLA with Science; Math & Science. The concentration knowledge will be determined by undergraduate degree courses, professional experience and passing of PECT exams. The education courses are designed to support all concentration areas because the certification covers grades 4-6 as well as 7-8. The PECT exams in special education in PK-8 will also be required to be passed prior to being recommended for certification. This program is a dual-certification program, thus only one student-teaching experience will be required.
Professional Foundation Requirements (18 credits)
EDML 506 Adolescent Development & Learning
EDML 507 The Emerging Middle School
EDSP 510 Introduction to Special Education
EDSP 511 Reading Interventions for Diverse Learners
EDSP 512 Assessment and Instruction for Diverse Learners
EDSP 513 ESL Foundations and Methods
EDML 518 Classroom Management and Assessment
Professional Methods and Assessment Requirements (15 credits)
EDML 510 Reading Methods for Middle Grade Learners
EDML 511 Writing Methods for Middle Grade Learners
EDML 515 Science Methods for Middle Grade Learners (2 cr)*
EDML 516 Math Methods for Middle Grade Learners (2 cr)*
EDML 517 Social Studies for Middle Grade Learners (2 cr)*
* Note: Offered as a 15 week block, 5 weeks each.
Special Education Requirements
EDSP 600 Foundations of Special Education
EDSP 605 Educ. Practice for Students with LD/BD
(high incidence disabilities)
EDSP 615 Early Intervention for Children and Their Families
EDSP 630 Educ. Practice for Students with Physical and
Cognitive Disabilities (Low Incidence)
EDSP 635 Classroom Management for Students w/Disabilities
Student Teaching and Seminar (6 credits)
EDSP 651 Student Teaching
EDSP 652 Professional Seminar
EDUC 651 Research and Evaluation of Practice I (3 credits)
Elementary/Middle Education w/Special Education Intern certification/M.Ed. programs
The Pennsylvania Department of Education has yet to release the requirements for an Intern certification in Elementary/Middle Education (Grades 4-8) /Special Education – PreK-8. The Intern certificate is when accepted candidates pass required PECT exams and have an offer of employment in a high needs school, and complete the program requirements in 3 years or less. The major difference between a candidate accepted into an Intern program and a regular Elementary/Middle Education/Special Education candidate is the requirement for mentoring throughout the first year of teaching on the Intern certificate. This mentoring becomes part of the student teaching requirement. The candidate is responsible for all the 4-8/ PK-8 certification requirements; even if some of the requirements are fulfilled through the completion of an approved Institute such as Philadelphia Teaching Fellows. Passing of PECT exams may also reduce the number of credits needed to complete the program, please see the Chair of the education department for more information. At present, for candidates currently accepted for Intern certificates; the following will be substituted for student teaching:
EDSP 590 PTF/Intern Field Experience I (1.5 cr)
EDSP 595 PTF/Intern Field Experience II (1.5 cr)
EDSP 704 PTF/Intern Student Teaching
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION AND READING SPECIALIST CERTIFICATION, K-12 (36 credits)
Chestnut Hill College’s graduate program in Elementary Education with Reading Certification is designed to meet the requirements of PDE state reading certification programs and is also sufficiently flexible to provide educational opportunities for graduate students with varying professional goals. This program is designed for:
• Students who already have Instructional II certification and wish to acquire a master’s degree with Reading Certification;
• Students who already have Instructional I certification and wish to satisfy the requirements for Instructional II and Reading Certification;
• Students who wish to gain Reading Specialist Certification only. Courses with an asterisk (*) fulfill this requirement.
M.Ed. in Elementary Education with Reading Specialist Certification
Professional Requirements (2 courses)
EDRG 605* Foundations of Reading
EDUC 651 Research and Evaluation
Specialization Requirements I (6 courses)
EDRG 615* Reading and Writing in the Elementary School
EDRG 620* Reading and Writing in the Secondary School
EDRG 630* Assessment & Evaluation of Rdg Difficulties
EDRG 635* Remediation of Reading Difficulties
EDRG 695* Literacy Leadership
EDRG 701* Reading Practicum I Clinical Experience
Accommodations and Adaptations Requirements (4 courses)
EDSP 510 * Introduction to Special Education
EDSP 511 * Reading for Diverse Learners
EDSP 512* Assessment & Instruction for Diverse Learners
EDSP 513 * ESL Foundations and Methods
Electives if Needed:
EDRG 640 Technology in Reading/Writing
Note: Students with certification in special education MAY not need the accommodations and adaptations requirements; therefore they will have nine credits of electives for the degree. Please see advisor or Dr. Pate, Chair of Education Department for more information and transcript evaluation.
M.Ed. in Elementary Education with Special Education (PreK-8) certification.
Chestnut Hill College’s graduate program in Elementary Education with Special Education Certification is designed to meet the state requirements for certification in special education for those students with Instructional I certification in Elementary Education.
This program is designed for:
• Students who already have Instructional I certification and wish to acquire a master’s degree with certification in special education;
• Students with either of the above who seek to obtain certification in special education (24 credits). Courses with an asterisk (*) fulfill this requirement. Students with secondary or early childhood certifications may need to take other courses to fulfill the N-12 equivalency. Determinations will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Accommodations and Adaptations Requirements
EDSP 510 Introduction to Special Education
EDSP 511 Reading Interventions for Diverse Learners
EDSP 512 Assessment and Instruction for Diverse Learners
EDSP 513 ESL Foundations and Methods
Professional Education Requirements (18 credits)
EDSP 600 Foundations of Special Education
EDSP 605 Educ. Practice for Students with LD/BD
(high incidence disabilities)
EDSP 615 Early Intervention for Children and Their Families
EDSP 630 Educ. Practice for Students with Physical and
Cognitive Disabilities (Low Incidence)
EDSP 635 Classroom Management for Students w/Disabilities
EDSP 706 Special Education Practicum/Seminar PreK-8
Professional Specialization Requirements (12 credits)
EDUC 526 Current Issues in Education
EDLR 635 School Law
EDSP 645 Assistive Technology
EDSP 655 Culturally Responsive Practices for Special Education
EDUC 651 Education Research
SECONDARY EDUCATION
Chestnut Hill College offers an M.Ed. in Secondary Education, including certification in the areas of Biology, Chemistry, English, Foreign Languages: Spanish, French, and Latin (K-12), and General Science, Mathematics, and Social Studies (7-12). In addition, the education department offers an M.Ed. in Secondary Education with Special Education (7-12) certification .
The secondary education pedagogical courses listed below are numbered both in the undergraduate and graduate programs. Please be advised that graduate credits are designed for post-baccalaureate students who are seeking certification in secondary education (Grades 7-12 or K-12 (foreign language certifications)) with undergraduate degrees other than education (biology, chemistry, citizenship, English, foreign language (Spanish, French or Latin), general science, math and social studies). Additional requirements may be necessary for students taking these courses for graduate credit.
For Certification Level I, see steps listed under Requirements for Instructional I Certification. All students seeking secondary certification are required to meet the exit competencies identified earlier.
Graduate students who are seeking the M.Ed. in Secondary Education in addition to secondary certification will take the following graduate courses:
M.Ed. Secondary Certification with Instructional I certification:
Professional Requirements (15 credits)
EDSC 501* Adolescent Development & Learning (cross-listed with EDML 501)
EDSC 503* Foundations of HS Education
EDSC 601/602 Student Teaching/Professional
Seminar in Secondary School/Seminar 6 cr.
EDUC 651 Research and Evaluation of Practice I
Specialization Requirements (6 credits)
EDSC 510* Secondary Methods & Assessment
Practicum limited to 3 credits, one course
EDSC 519* Practicum: Special Methods in Biology/Chem/GenSci
EDSC 521* Practicum: Special Methods in Foreign Language
EDSC 520* Practicum: Special Methods in Mathematics
EDSC 517* Practicum: Special Methods in English
EDSC 518* Practicum: Special Methods in Social Studies
Accommodations and Adaptations Requirements (12 credits)
EDSP 510* Introduction to Special Education
EDSP 511* Reading Interventions for Diverse Learners
EDSP 512* Assessment and Instruction for Diverse Learners
EDSP 513* Teaching ESL Methods
M.Ed. in Secondary Education (7-12) with Special Education 7-12
Certification in grades 7-12 as well as the Master of Education degree with special education certification requires a choice of the following concentrations: English, Social Studies, Biology, Chemistry, General Science, Foreign Language, or Mathematics. The concentration knowledge will be determined by undergraduate degree courses, professional experience and passing of Praxis II exams. The PECT exams in special education in 7-12 will also be required to be passed prior to being recommended for certification. This program is a dual-certification program, thus only one student-teaching experience will be required.
Professional Foundation Requirements (18 credits)
EDML 506 Adolescent Development & Learning
EDSC 503* Foundations of HS Education
EDSP 510 Introduction to Special Education
EDSP 511 Reading Interventions for Diverse Learners
EDSP 512 Assessment and Instruction for Diverse Learners
EDSP 513 ESL Foundations and Methods
Specialization Requirements (6 credits)
EDSC 510* Secondary Methods & Assessment
Practicum limited to 3 credits, one course
EDSC 519* Practicum: Special Methods in Biology/Chem/GenSci
EDSC 521* Practicum: Special Methods in Foreign Language
EDSC 520* Practicum: Special Methods in Mathematics
EDSC 517* Practicum: Special Methods in English
EDSC 518* Practicum: Special Methods in Social Studies
Special Education Requirements
EDSP 600 Foundations of Special Education
EDSP 605 Educ. Practice for Students with LD/BD
(high incidence disabilities)
EDSP 615 Early Intervention for Children and Their Families
EDSP 630 Educ. Practice for Students with Physical and
Cognitive Disabilities (Low Incidence)
EDSP 635 Classroom Management for Students w/Disabilities
Student Teaching and Seminar (6 credits)
EDSP 651 Student Teaching
EDSP 652 Professional Seminar
EDUC 651 Research and Evaluation of Practice I (3 credits)
Secondary Education Intern certification/M.Ed. programs
The Pennsylvania Department of Education has approved CHC for all Intern certificates in Secondary Education. An Intern program is when accepted candidates pass required PRAXIS II exams; have the3 equivalent of a major in one of the secondary education areas and have an offer of employment in a high needs school, and complete the program requirements in 3 years or less. The major difference between a candidate accepted into an Intern program and a regular Secondary Education candidate is the requirement for mentoring throughout the first year of teaching on the Intern certificate. This mentoring becomes part of the student teaching requirement. The candidate is responsible for all the Elementary/Middle certification requirements; even if some of the requirements are fulfilled through the completion of an approved Institute such as Philadelphia Teaching Fellows. At present, for candidates currently accepted for Intern certificates; the following will be substituted for student teaching:
EDSC 590 PTF/Intern Field Experience I (1.5 cr)
EDSC 595 PTF/Intern Field Experience II (1.5 cr)
EDSC 704 PTF/Intern Student Teaching
M.Ed. in Secondary Education with Special Education 7-12 Certification:
Chestnut Hill College’s graduate program in Secondary Education with Special Education Certification is designed to meet the state requirements for certification in special education for those students with Instructional I certification or completing a dual program by August of 2013.
This program is designed for:
• Students who already have Instructional II certification and wish to acquire a master’s degree with certification in special education;
• Students who already have Instructional I certification and wish to satisfy the requirements for Instructional II and certification in special education; and
• Students with either of the above who seek to obtain certification in special education (24 credits). Minimum number of credits for degree is 36.
Accommodations and Adaptations Requirements (12 credits)
EDSP 510 Introduction to Special Education
EDSP 511 Reading Interventions for Diverse Learners
EDSP 512 Assessment and Instruction for Diverse Learners
EDSP 513 ESL Foundations and Methods
Professional Special Education Certification Requirements (18 credits)
EDSP 600 Foundations of Special Education
EDSP 605 Educ. Practice for Students with LD/BD
(high incidence disabilities)
EDSP 630 Educ. Practice for Students with Physical and
Cognitive Disabilities (Low Incidence)
EDSP 635 Classroom Management for Students w/ Disabilities
EDSP 640 Transition Needs for Secondary Students 7-12
EDSP 706 Special Education Practicum/Seminar 7-12
Professional Specialization Requirements ( 6-12 credits)
EDUC 526 Current Issues in Education
EDLR 635 School Law
EDSP 645 Assistive Technology
EDSP 655 Culturally Responsive Practices for Special Educ.
EDUC 651 Education Research (required)
Secondary Education w/Special Education Intern certification/M.Ed. programs
The Pennsylvania Department of Education has yet to release the requirements for an Intern certification in Special Education – 7-12. The Intern certificate is when accepted candidates pass required Praxis II Secondary Education (specific content area) and Special Education PECT exams and have an offer of employment in a high needs school, and complete the program requirements in 3 years or less, The major difference between a candidate accepted into an Intern program and a regular Secondary Education/Special Education candidate is the requirement for mentoring throughout the first year of teaching on the Intern certificate. This mentoring becomes part of the student teaching requirement. The candidate is responsible for all the Secondary Education/Special Education certification requirements; even if some of the requirements are fulfilled through the completion of an approved Institute such as Philadelphia Teaching Fellows. Passing of PECT exams may also reduce the number of credits needed to complete the program, please see the Chair of the education department for more information. At present, for candidates currently accepted for Intern certificates; the following will be substituted for student teaching:
EDSP 590 PTF/Intern Field Experience I (1.5 cr)
EDSP 595 PTF/Intern Field Experience II (1.5 cr)
EDSP 704 PTF/Intern Student Teaching
EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP PRINCIPAL CERTIFICATION
Accelerated and Summer Intensive Format
DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM
The Graduate Program in Educational Leadership is designed to provide educators with the skills and concepts necessary to function as principals in K-12 settings. Establishing a positive school climate, developing school goals, supervision and evaluation of teaching and non-teaching staff members and building community support for schools are some of the skills developed in this program. Curriculum development and assessment will be a major focus for all candidates. This program will be offered in an accelerated format in fall and spring semesters (two eight-week sessions each semester) and in the regular six-week intensive format in the summer I and summer III sessions. The courses will be experiential in nature with an emphasis on field studies. The role of technology in educational leadership will be stressed.
ACCELERATED AND INTENSIVE SUMMER PROGRAM FORMAT
This program is designed for the working education professional who wishes to complete the program as quickly as possible. In the accelerated format, classes meet on Saturdays or in the early evening one to two times a week in the accelerated eight-week sessions. Distance education through the use of the Internet is an integral part of the program, which may reduce on-campus time. A final four-credit practicum is required. By taking one course each eight-week fall and spring session, and the intensive sessions (regularly scheduled six-week summer sessions for Summer I and III), you will be able to gain certification in as little as 15 months and an M.Ed. in 24 months. Students who begin in the program must stay enrolled in order to complete the required courses on schedule. If students decide to skip a semester, the courses they need may not be offered the following term. Please consult with your advisor for any changes in your program.
The Educational Leadership accelerated and intensive summer format compares to the regular schedule as follows:
Fall 1 and 2 = Fall Semester
Spring 1 and 2 = Spring Semester
Summer 1 and 2 = Summer Semester, Sessions I & III
Classes usually meet once each week or on Saturdays during each eight-week session and six-week session. Please consult the current course schedule for specific dates and times of these courses.