Childhood/Literacy Education (M.S.)

The Master of Science (M.S.) in Childhood/Literacy Education is a dual program designed for teachers who do not have a background in education and wish to become certified in both Childhood Education and Literacy Education. The program leads to two certificates, a benefit when seeking an elementary school position. Students gain experience in educating children in grades 1 - 6. Student teaching is offered in two placements, one in the early elementary grades and the other in the upper elementary grades, and students complete a clinical sequence in literacy as well.

All matriculated students complete a signed program schedule. Any change in stated coursework must receive written approval of the assigned faculty advisor.

Admission Requirements

1. Undergraduate GPA of 3.0
2. For students admitted with provisions, an interview may be required.
3. Pursuant to the law, each program is entitled to exempt a student from these admission requirements based on the exempted student’s demonstrated potential to positively contribute to the teaching field.

Applicants for admission to the Childhood/Literacy Education program must have or must complete as a part of their program, the equivalent of a bachelors’ degree in a liberal arts or science area. In addition, applicants to the Childhood/Literacy Education program must complete an assessment of writing skills.

This program is designed for candidates who hold a bachelor’s degree with substantial preparation in liberal arts, but who have little or no background in professional education. The undergraduate preparation in liberal arts should represent the minimum requirements for undergraduate students in childhood education at Sage; deficiencies may be satisfied by coursework over and above the requirements of the approved program.

Program Summary