Childhood Education with a Specialization in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Professional Certificate- MSEd

Admission Requirements

1. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a GPA of at least 3.0.
2. NYS initial, professional or permanent certification in Childhood Education.
3. A personal statement.
4. Two letters of recommendation including one from a supervisor.
5. Successful completion with a grade of C or better of college level mathematics course and a lab science course. Those who do not meet the mathematics requirement must successfully complete MATH 104 and MATH 105 in the School of Arts and Sciences. Those who do not meet the science requirement must take a one semester course in a lab science (biology, chemistry, physics or geology).
6. Submission of official score report on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), except applicants who are certified teachers or school administrators and hold a graduate degree.

Progress Standards

1. Minimum GPA for Retention - Graduate students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 to remain at Hunter College. Students whose grades fall below this standard are required to raise their GPAs to at least 3.0 within one semester.
2. No F in the first two semesters—students who receive a grade of F or WU in any course in the first two semesters will not be allowed to continue in the program.
3. Progress holds due to Incomplete Grades - Students with two or more INCs will not be allowed to register for any courses.
4. Key Course Performance Standards

   • Students must receive a grade of at least a B in key program courses. 

   • Students who receive a grade of F or WU in key program courses may not continue in the program. 

   • Key Program Courses are identified by the label (KC) in the course title.

Course of Study

Academic Plan

CEMSC-MSED

Total Credits

33

• CEDC 71600 - Educational Technology in Mathematics and Science Teaching/Learning
• CEDC 74000 - Contemporary Mathematics in the Elementary School
• CEDC 74200 - Workshop Seminar in Elementary School Mathematics/Science
• CEDC 74300 - Research Seminar in Mathematics/Science Education
• CEDC 74400 - Development of Mathematical/Scientific Concepts in Children
• CEDC 74700 - Number Theory and Algebra in Elementary Curriculum
• CEDC 74800 - Geometry and Measurement in the Elementary
• CEDC 77600 - Planet Earth: Earth and Space Sciences for Elementary School Teachers
• CEDC 77700 - Physical Science Background for Elementary Teachers
• CEDC 77800 - Life Sciences
• CEDC 77900 - Robotics and Engineering

Exit Requirements

1. An overall GPA of 3.0.
2. Maintain a valid and appropriate NYS certification.
3. Complete the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) workshop.