Nov 21, 2024  
2024-2025 School of Graduate Studies Catalog 
    
2024-2025 School of Graduate Studies Catalog

Elementary Education - Initial License


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This program is designed for individuals seeking an initial license in elementary education (Grades 1-6), but not a degree.

Admission Requirements

Additional Admission Requirements

A child growth and development course (minimum grade of B- for undergraduate level course; minimum grade of B for graduate level course).

Passing scores on the Communication and Literacy portion of the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure.

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with either a major in the arts and sciences or an interdisciplinary arts/sciences major, or at least 24 credits above the introductory level in arts and science courses with at least 12 credits in one academic area.

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.

Required Courses


Total Credits: 12** - 39


**Allows flexibility for students who may have taken equivalent education courses in their undergraduate or previous graduate work.

Additional Information


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

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