Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood (Birth-Grade 2) / Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) and Master of Science in Education in Literacy (Birth-Grade 6)

The BS/MSEd program is designed to blend on-campus preparation with field experiences in a variety of school settings, including full-time student teaching for the BS program and a practicum for the MSEd program. Literacy, multicultural education, and information technology are integrated throughout all aspects of the program. The program conforms to the standards and guidelines of the New York State Learning Standards for Early Childhood Education, Childhood Education, and Literacy Education. Upon completion of at least 148 semester hours and all degree requirements, students will receive a BS/MSEd and be eligible for recommendation for New York State certification in Early Childhood B-2, Childhood 1-6, and Literacy Birth-Grade 6.

This dual degree program can be completed in five years, including some January and Summer sessions, and requires successful completion of a minimum of 148 semester hours, including at least 118 s.h. at the undergraduate level and 30 s.h. at the graduate level. Students who are admitted to the MSEd. in Special Education - Early Childhood (B-2) portion of the dual degree program may replace up to 9 s.h. of undergraduate coursework for their bachelor's degree with an equal number of s.h. of graduate-level course work taken for the MSEd. in Literacy B-6 program.