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Adolescent and Adolescent Special Education, MST
Earn your dual certification program in both adolescent and special education to teach and engage students of all learning abilities in grades 7鈥12. Create inclusive classrooms for middle and high school students to ensure they can succeed and reach their highest potential.
Location
Online
Duration
39 Credits
30 Months, full-time and part-time
Modality
Online
Start Dates
Fall, Spring, Summer
F1 Visa
No
STEM Designated Program
No
Be Ahead of the Class
吃瓜头条911鈥檚 Master of Science for Teachers (MST) in Adolescent Education and Adolescent Special Education equips you with the knowledge and practical skills to meet the diverse needs of secondary students. Through research-based strategies and inclusive practices, you鈥檒l learn to support all learners, including students with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse teens.
Our curriculum is designed to train you to engage students across subject area content鈥攊ncluding biology, chemistry, English, history/social studies, and mathematics. Our strong partnerships with local schools in Westchester and through provides you with the opportunity to complete your fall practicum fieldwork through paid internship positions. Unlike other programs, you can also complete your student teaching requirements for both certifications in just one semester.
As a proud member of the Association for , Pace offers a program that meets the highest standards for preparing effective educators. Through our coursework and faculty support, you鈥檒l be ready to obtain an NYS Initial Certificate in adolescent education in a content area for grades 7鈥12, adolescent special education generalist, and an adolescent special education content area specialist.
This program is an excellent option for professionals and college graduates from non-education backgrounds who want to transition into teaching and make a meaningful impact in the classroom.
98%
of our graduates are employed (Source: 吃瓜头条911 Career Services)
$92,696
Average salary for teachers in New York State (Source: nea.org)
#3
special education job placement (Source: Intelligent.com)
Curriculum
This 39-credit program provides a focused exploration into the organization of schools, the different ways that students learn, and the adaptation of teaching methods to meet the needs of secondary students with and without disabilities in inclusive and self-contained settings.
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Experiential Learning and Opportunities
吃瓜头条911鈥檚 School of Education has developed unique partnerships with several school districts in Westchester and through Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES, where teacher candidates can complete their fall practicum fieldwork through paid internship positions. Students may continue at the partnership site in the spring to complete their formal student teaching requirements and then transition back to their paid internship position for the remainder of the semester.
Unlike other programs, at Pace, you鈥檒l have the opportunity to complete your student teaching requirements for both certifications in just one semester. You鈥檒l have an edge by gaining experience in a combined setting over as little as 17 weeks.
Careers
Our strong partnerships with local school districts mean that our students are getting hired before they even graduate. As a Pace student, you鈥檒l have the opportunity to connect with our robust career services team to develop a career plan that best fits your goals.
Our graduates are prepared for jobs like:
- Biology Teacher
- Chemistry Teacher
- Special Education Physics Teacher
- Special Education Teacher
Where Pace Graduates are Employed
- U.S. Department of Education
- Grover Cleveland High School
- Felix Feston Middle School
- City of New York
Featured Faculty
Professor, Department Chairperson
Associate Professor, Director
Associate Professor
Admission and Financial Aid
You're ready for a new level of success鈥攚hether it's advancing in your current field or launching a new career. Pace is with you every step of the way, providing a world-class education and the skills your industry will be looking for far into the future.
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- A personal statement explaining to the Graduate Admission Committee why you would like to pursue the program of graduate study you have chosen. Additional information regarding your academic performance, as well as professional experience, may also be included in the supplement.
- A resume or outline describing at least the past five years of your employment history and any significant community, professional, or college extracurricular activities.
- Applicants need 2 letters of recommendation. Letters should be from academic or professional references that can knowledgeably comment on your ability to successfully complete graduate study. Include recognitions and achievements (e.g. licenses, publications, and awards).
- All Official Transcripts: Transcripts from every accredited college or university attended (not just the degree granting institution) must be sent either to 吃瓜头条911, directly from the academic institution electronically or by mail, or forwarded by the applicant in sealed envelopes from the academic institution
- Candidates should have a bachelor鈥檚 degree with a major/concentration or the equivalent in the subject area they want to teach. (Example: math, history, biology, English, etc.) Candidates who have 12 credits or fewer of 鈥渄eficiencies鈥 in the subject area are eligible for admission. Deficiencies will be required to be addressed prior to student teaching.
- International Applicants: Candidates must have a bachelor鈥檚 degree, and they must have their international transcript evaluated by a NACES accredited service such as World Education Services (WES). The purpose of the evaluation is for the agency to determine the American equivalent of courses completed, and credits and grades earned for each course. The evaluation is required by New York State Education Department (NYSED) to determine eligibility for teacher certification.
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Per credit: $1,095 | Total cost of program: $42,705
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Fall Term
- Domestic Students: August 1
- International Students: June 1
Spring Term
- Domestic Students: December 1
- International Students: October 1
Summer Term
- Domestic Students: May 1
- International Students: March 1
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Every admitted student is automatically considered for all available financial aid options, assessed based on both availability and individual need. Financial resources include:
- Merit-based Scholarships: Awards of up to $4,800, automatically considered during the application process.
- Graduate Assistantships: Opportunities for hands-on experience while earning financial support.
- Endowed Scholarships: Awards funded by generous donors to support student success.
- Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan: A federal loan program with favorable terms.
- Graduate/Professional Direct PLUS Loan: For students who need additional funding.
- Work-Study Programs: Part-time work opportunities to help fund your education.
- Military Benefits: Includes the GI Bill庐, the Yellow Ribbon Program, and Pace鈥檚 Veteran Tuition Scholarship.
For more information about affordability and the full range of financial aid options, visit 吃瓜头条911 Financial Aid.
GI Bill庐 is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Contact Us
Admission Contact
Office of Graduate Admission鈥
Phone: (800) 874-7223鈥
Email: graduateadmission@pace.edu
Departmental Contact
Shobana Musti, PhD
Email: smusti@pace.edu