Graduate Teacher Certification Programs
David Title, EdD
Chair
Office Phone: (203) 365-4810
E-mail: titled@sacredheart.edu
The Graduate Teacher Certification programs enable candidates to meet requirements to become certified as public school teachers and earn an advanced degree (48 credits). The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree is completed in conjunction with the graduate teacher certification program. Candidates who have completed bachelors’ degrees in fields other than teacher education may enter the graduate program to obtain a teaching certificate. The Isabelle Farrington College of Education offers approved programs for the preparation of teachers for the elementary grades (1–6) and for the secondary grades (7–12) in the academic areas of English, History and Social Studies, Mathematics, General Science, Biology, Chemistry, and Spanish. Course offerings in the Isabelle Farrington College of Education may also provide certified teachers with the opportunity to obtain additional teaching endorsements.
Initial Certification
Candidates admitted to the elementary or secondary-school certification program must complete the courses listed in each of the specified programs. Candidates progress sequentially through the program, completing the required courses and field experiences. Candidates must complete prerequisite courses before entering student teaching. Candidates must complete the courses in their program with an average grade of B or better. Candidates for initial certification may need to fulfill additional course requirements in the appropriate academic content area.