Oct 07, 2024  
2022-2023 School of Graduate Studies Catalog 
    
2022-2023 School of Graduate Studies Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Early Childhood Education - Initial Licensure


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This program is designed for individuals seeking an initial license and/or training in early childhood education, but not a degree.

 

Admission Requirements

General Prerequisites

A Bachelor of Arts or Science degree or at least 24 credits above the introductory level in arts and science courses, with at least 12 credits in one academic area

A passing score on the communication and literacy portion of the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure

A course in child growth and development taken within the last five years or EDU 720  

This program is exempt from having to take either the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Miller Analogies Test (MAT).

Program Requirements


Upon acceptance into the program, you will complete a tentative Plan of Study in consultation with the program coordinator. You must request that any transfer credits be considered at this time. PLEASE NOTE THAT NO MORE THAN THREE COURSES TAKEN AT SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY BEFORE ADMISSION CAN BE COUNTED TOWARDS THIS PROGRAM. You should meet regularly with the program coordinator to discuss your progress and revise your plan of study as needed.

Additional Information and Notes


*Candidates for initial licensure must take and pass all required sections of the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure prior to entering the practicum.

Total Credits: (variable 12-43.5)


Total credits depend on transcript review by program coordinator

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