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Science Teacher Grade 7-12 Alternative Transitional B Certification

Overview

Official Name of Program

Science Teacher Grade 7-12 Alternative Transitional B Certification

Plan Code

SEAC-MSED

Department(s) Sponsoring Program

Career

Graduate

Degree Designation

MSED - Master of Science in Education

HEGIS Code

0899.50

NYSED Program Code

25790 - SEAC-MSED

CIP Code

13.1316

Requirements

Prerequisite
  1. Possess a bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited college or university with an overall index of 3.0 or better.

  2. Demonstrate the ability to successfully pursue graduate study. (Above-average achievement in academic work and in the teaching specialization is required).

  3. Submission of scores on the Content Specialty Test (CST).

  4. Satisfy appropriate voice, speech, and health standards.

  5. Submit two letters of recommendation, at least one of which is from a college or university science instructor.

  6. Personal interview.

Completion requirement
Earn at least 33 credits

This program offers two tracks for candidates possessing a Trans B license from New York State.

  • Track 1 (33-38 crs.): Alternative Transitional B candidates seeking initial certification in Science Education 7-12.

  • Track 2 (42-44 crs.): Alternative Transitional B candidates seeking dual certification in Science Education 7-12 and SWD 7-12 Generalist.

Completion requirement
Complete at least 1 of the following:
Fulfill ALL of the following requirements:
Fulfill ALL of the following requirements:
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
  • 1008741
  • 1008751
    OR
    1351701
  • 1008811
  • 1009471
  • 1008891
    OR
    1008901
AND
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
  • 1155851
  • 1008861
  • 1009321
  • 1009351
AND
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
  • 1009001
AND
Earn at least 6 credits from the following:
  • 0986731
  • 0986741
  • 0986751
  • 0991221
  • 0991231
  • 0991241
  • 1014701
  • 1014711
  • 1014721
  • 1045331
  • 0983881
  • 0983891
  • 0986751
  • 0991221
  • 1014701
  • 1045331
  • 1526651
  • 1526661
  • 1526671
  • 1526641

Science content course requirements must align with undergraduate science preparation and with intended certification subject area. Consult with an adviser in the Science Education Program for the appropriate course(s) to satisfy this requirement. Such courses may include but are not limited to:

For candidates with at least 36 credits in biology, chemistry, geology, or physics, who lack core education requirements and seek alternative Trans B, Initial and Professional certification in Science Education 7-12. The Trans B license allows candidates to begin teaching full-time while completing the remaining degree requirements.

OR
Fulfill ALL of the following requirements:
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
  • 1536251
  • 1003481
AND
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
  • 1003281
  • 1003461
  • 1003261
  • 1008811
AND
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
  • 1003301
  • 1536261
  • 1536271
  • 1009351
AND
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
  • 1536281
  • 1536291
AND
Earn at least 6 credits from the following:
  • 0986691
  • 1265851
  • 0991221
  • 0991231
  • 0991241
  • 1014701
  • 1014711
  • 1014721
  • 0983881
  • 1045331
  • 1045361
  • 0983881
  • 0983891
  • 1526651
  • 1526661
  • 1526671
  • 1526641

Science content course requirements must align with undergraduate science preparation and with intended certification subject area. Consult with an adviser in the Science Education Program for the appropriate course(s) to satisfy this requirement. Such courses may include but are not limited to:

Candidates with at least 36 credits in biology, chemistry, geology, or physics, who lack core education requirements and seek alternative Trans B, Initial and Professional certification in Science Education 7-12 and Students with Disabilities (SWD) Generalist Grades 7-12. The Trans B license allows candidates to begin teaching full-time while completing the remaining degree requirements.

Students must consult with an adviser in the Science Education Program before starting their master's program. During their first semester, matriculated students are required to plan their graduate program with an adviser in the Science Education Program.