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Master of Science in Education & Special Education

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August 1st, 2023
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Program Description

The College of Mount St. Vincent’s Master of Science in Early Childhood Education & Special Education degree is the first choice for anyone considering a career in the field of education/special education. This 46-credit degree culminates in a recommendation for NYS Teacher Certification, Birth-Grade 2. Students are eligible for Internship Certification after completing 50% of the program. Graduates can easily extend their certification to Grades 1-6.

Certified early childhood and childhood special education teachers are in high demand in agencies, elementary schools, care facilities, and other organizations nationwide. The U.S. Department of Education regularly includes special education on its annual state-by-state Teacher Shortage Areas list.

Career opportunities include far more than classroom teaching. The list of career choices includes:

  • Special Education Teacher: Inclusion, push-in/pull-out instruction, co-teaching, resource room, self-contained, community or alternative home setting
  • P-3 provider
  • Behavioral therapist
  • Social skills therapist
  • Curriculum development in Childhood Special Education
  • Reading remediation/Kriyah Specialist
  • Special Education assessment and program development (with license)
  • Advocate for children with disabilities
  • Consultant/Advisor: Children with disabilities
  • Special Education Instructional Coach for general education teachers
  • Special Education Co-Teacher with general education teachers
  • Employment in public/private learning communities, health facilities, and organizations
Partner college(s):
Program Location(s):
  • Boro Park
  • Crown Heights
  • Five Towns
  • Live Online

FAQ

The College of Mount Saint Vincent’s Master of Science in Education: Early Childhood Education & Special Education, Birth-Grade 2, is an accelerated 46-credit program that culminates in a recommendation for NYS Teacher Certification Birth-Grade 2. Students can easily extend their certification to Grades 1-6. Graduates are certified to teach general and special education across a variety of program settings including home, center-based programs, inclusive schools, private and public-school classes, and programs.

Students are eligible for Internship Certification after completing two semesters. Students who wish to extend their certification to Generalist (Grades 7-12) can take two additional courses upon program completion.

We are proud to have partnered with The College of Mount Saint Vincent (CMSV), a highly ranked college featuring an outstanding Education department.

Among the five oldest colleges in New York City, CMSV offers more than 70 nationally recognized programs, including a full array of majors and minors in education.

The degree can be completed in just four semesters (16 months).
CMSV prides itself on offering superior education along with outstanding student support in a culturally sensitive environment. They are understanding of the unique requirements and religious sensitivities of the students recruited by Sara Schenirer and have worked diligently to accommodate our requests to ensure an environment suitable for a Bais Yaakov graduate. CMSV employs dedicated instructors to ensure that our unique requirements are met.
Classroom instruction is only one of the many career opportunities that this degree offers. Most graduates use the degree toward a career in special education, which offers a wide array of opportunities. Options include working as a SEIT, P-3 provider, behavioral therapist, social skills therapist, special education coach & consultant, curriculum developer, and much more.
According to government statistics, special education is one of the fastest-growing education career fields nationwide, and our experience and research confirm that. A recent poll showed that more than 95% of graduates found jobs in the field within one year of graduation. Five years later, more than 70% were still employed in the field, many of them mothers of young children. The field is ideal for women who wish to work full or part-time and earn a respectable income while still caring for their families.
We pride ourselves on the high-quality education, accelerated degrees, uncompromised environment, and the stellar professors that our degree-granting partners offer. Most of all, we delight in the warm and supportive attention every single student receives throughout her years as a CMSV student. For students and parents alike, the world of college and degrees is confusing, costly, and difficult to navigate. We work extra hard to offer personal guidance to every student to ensure their success and timely graduation.
Applicants must have earned a bachelor’s degree with a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0.
Yes. Up to six graduate-level credits earned in a master’s education or special education program may be accepted.

Sara Schenirer conveniently features locations in Boro Park, Crown Heights, Five Towns, and Live-Online.

Courses are offered Sundays and weeknights in all locations to allow for students to work while in the program. To accommodate a variety of time zones, morning classes are offered for the live-online program.

Since we have a fully online program, it is possible to finish your degree without any loss of credits. Additionally, for those students who relocate to Eretz Yisroel, our online program has a track which accomodates the time difference. Additionally, since MSV is an accredited college, credits can be transferred to colleges and universities worldwide.

At the graduate level, financial aid is available in the form of loans that can cover the full cost of the degree. Graduate students may borrow up to $20,500 per year through the federal unsubsidized direct loan program. After the origination fee, the remaining balance due can be paid by semester or on a monthly payment plan.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can be completed online at this link. Be sure to complete the correct year’s application. CMSV’s FAFSA school code is 002703.

Additionally, there are a number of scholarships open to Jewish graduate students for which we encourage you to apply:

  • Rose Biller Scholarship Fund – The Rose Biller Scholarship Fund is open to Jewish residents of NYC’s five boroughs, Westchester, and Long Island with financial need. It provides scholarships to Jewish men and women with significant economic need attending undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools.

  • Helen B and Lewis E Goldstein Scholarship Fund – The Helen B and Lewis E Goldstein Scholarship Fund is open to Jewish full-time students enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate school in the United States.

  • Samuel Lemberg Scholarship Loan Fund – The Samuel Lemberg Scholarship Loan Fund provides interest-free loans to aid Jewish undergraduate and graduate college students who exhibit exceptional academic achievement and face financial difficulties pursuing a higher education. These loans must be repaid within ten years of graduation or termination of studies.

To get more information on these scholarships, please reach out to each organization directly. Please check scholarship websites for availability and deadlines. Most scholarships are not available every semester.

To request an application, please submit this form.

When completing the application, you will also be requested to supply:

  • Undergraduate Transcript(s)
  • Two Letters of Recommendation
  • Typed Essay describing personal philosophy of education, statement of intent, and rationale for pursuing the degree through CMSV
  • Current Resume
  • Personal Photograph
  • Non-refundable application fee

 

Even if you do not have these available at the time of application, we recommend submitting your application immediately and the required documentation as they become available.

Once your application is submitted with all the required documents, an interview will be scheduled to continue the admissions process.

Registration is now open for Fall (September) and Spring (January) semesters. Applications are accepted until approximately one month before the start of the semester. Please inquire about specific dates for the coming semester.

Please note: Credits in the following areas are required for NYS Teacher Certification. If you have not fulfilled these requirements at the bachelor’s level, we will guide you on how to fulfill them while completing your master’s courses.

  • Communication
  •  Mathematics
  • Scientific Processes
  • Written Analysis & Expression
  • Concepts in Historical & Social Science
  • Artistic Expression
  • Foreign Language
  • Information Retrieval
  • Humanities

If you wish to teach outside of NYS, you will need to transfer your certification to the state in which you reside. The requirements for each state can be found on the Department of Education website for that state.

If you have additional questions or concerns, please feel free to call our office 718-633-8557 ext. 37 or email [email protected], and as always, we will be happy to assist you further.

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Course Listing

EDUC 340
Introduction to Special Education
EDUC 506

Language, Cognitive Development, and Cultural Diversity

EDUC 509
Working with Systems, Teams, and Culturally Diverse Families
EDUC 513
Psychology of Teaching and Learning
EDUC 522
Teaching Mathematics in Inclusive Settings
EDUC 524

Teaching Social Studies & Science in Inclusive Settings

EDUC 527

Classroom Management and Social Skills Development

EDUC 528
Strategies for Inclusion, Differentiation, and UDL
EDUC 530
Student Teaching in General Education
EDUC 535
Introduction to Assistive Technology
EDUC 602
Research for Teachers
EDUC 621
Early Literacy Methods I
EDUC 622
Early Literacy Methods II
EDUC 675
Assessment of Young Children
EDUC 760

Student Teaching in Special Education

EDUC 710
Practicum in Teaching Early Literacy and Mathematics
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Career Paths

Wondering what else you can do with a Master of Education Degree (MS.Ed.) besides teaching? While teaching may be the obvious career path for those considering an MS.Ed., there are actually a number of non-teaching careers where an MS.Ed. is required. Popular jobs include a SEIT (Special Education Itinerant Teacher) provider, a P3 provider, an Early Intervention therapist who works with the 0-3 year population, a resource room teacher, an educational consultant, a curriculum developer, a social skills specialist, or a supervisor or principal role. Typically salary increases as you gain experience in the field.

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Graduates

68-88K

Salary

20+

Career Paths

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The cost for this degree is approximately $22,495: $425 per credit (to CMSV), plus $2,945 Sara Schenirer fees.

**Save $3,400 off your tuition if you’ve taken Sara Schenirer’s BA in Psychology – Education & Special Education Track. This brings down the Master’s tuition to a total of $19,095!

 

At the graduate level, financial aid is available in the form of loans that can cover the full cost of the degree.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can be completed online at this link. Be sure to complete the correct year’s application. CMSV’s FAFSA school code is 002703.

Additionally, there are a number of scholarships open to Jewish graduate students for which we encourage you to apply:

  • Helen B and Lewis E Goldstein Scholarship Fund – The Helen B and Lewis E Goldstein Scholarship Fund is open to Jewish full-time students enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate school in the United States.
  • Rose Biller Scholarship Fund – The Rose Biller Scholarship Fund is open to Jewish residents of NYC’s five boroughs, Westchester, and Long Island with financial need. It provides scholarships to Jewish men and women with significant economic need attending undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools.
  • Samuel Lemberg Scholarship Loan Fund – The Samuel Lemberg Scholarship Loan Fund provides interest-free loans to aid Jewish undergraduate and graduate college students who exhibit exceptional academic achievement and face financial difficulties pursuing a higher education. These loans must be repaid within ten years of graduation or termination of studies.

To get more information on these scholarships, please reach out to each organization directly. Please check scholarship websites for availability and deadlines. Scholarships are not available every semester.

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