Early Childhood Education Master's Degree (MS) or Advanced Certificate Master's in Teaching Start your application Next deadline is October 15, 2023 View all deadlines Guaranteed 65% scholarship Online learning options Teach the school year following enrollment Program overview Few careers give people the opportunity to impact individuals and their communities like teaching. Can you think of a specific teacher who made a difference in your life? Would you like to become that kind of teacher?The first years of a child’s life are the most formative and impactful. Warner will prepare you to become an innovative early childhood educator, committed and able to help all your students learn and grow.Our teacher preparation programs offer the shortest path to New York State initial and professional teaching certification Key program featuresMeets all coursework and internship requirements for both initial and professional New York teaching certification: In addition, you will need to pass the required state exams and complete the teaching requirements for professional certification.Shortest program: Preservice teachers can complete the program in 15 months of full-time study (if starting in summer); certified teachers seeking additional certification in early childhood may require less time.Focus on Early Childhood (certifying in B-Grades 2) and Elementary Education (certifying in Grades 1-6): Includes two courses focusing on young children’s learning and development as well as elementary methods courses in each of the four core content areas; all internships are taken concurrently with at least one of these courses. Focus on teaching all students: Includes courses on diversity, students with disabilities, and English language learners; these required courses may be transferred in for certified teachers.Option to add specializations: With only a few additional credits required, you can pursue additional state certification to also teach up to 6th grade or in inclusive classrooms, or advanced certificates that can strengthen your effectiveness with diverse learners and make you more marketable. Prerequisites (as required by NYS)Undergraduate degree in a liberal art (BA) or science (BS) Scholarships, Tuition, & Financial AidByron Williams Teaching Scholarships guaranteed 65% tuition savings Learn more Questions? Contact us Certification options Choose a certification to earn in addition to your degree.What certification do you need? Learn more Initial Certification MS in Early Childhood Education MS in Early Childhood Education - On it's own or combined with advanced certificates. If you are interested in working with young children (birth to 5 year-old), in a variety of contexts such as daycare or private pre-school programs. MS in Early Childhood Dual Certification (Inclusion Early Childhood) 57 credits (including field experiences and two student teaching experiences in inclusive settings); leading to New York State certification in both Early Childhood Education and Teaching Students with Disabilities in Early Childhood. MS in Early Childhood Dual Certification (Childhood Education) 51 credits (including field experiences and two student teaching experiences); leading to New York State certification in both Early Childhood Education (B-Grades 2) and Childhood Education (Grades 1-6). Professional Certification MS in Professional Study: Generalist (Early Childhood) (30 credits) Our most flexible option, including 12 credits of electives. MS in Professional Study: Generalist (Distance Option) (30 credits) Taking online courses can reduce trips to campus in half. MS in Childhood Education (for current teachers) To be able to also teach elementary students up to grade 6 (requires 32 credits including field experiences). MS in Inclusion Early Childhood Education (for current teachers) To be able to better serve your students' diverse learning needs and to teach in inclusive classes (requires 35 credits including field experiences and one student teaching experience). Non-Certification MS in Early Childhood Education On it's own or combined with advanced certificates. If you are interested in working with young children (birth to 5 year-old), in a variety of contexts such as daycare or private pre-school programs. Advanced Certificates Advanced Certificate in Early Childhood EducationFastest path; as few as 10 credits, including specialization courses plus 50 contact hours of field experiences and one student teaching experience. Opportunities for additional specializationsAdvanced Certificate in Urban Teaching LeadershipAdvanced Certificate in Digitally Rich TeachingAdvanced Certificate in Elementary Mathematics SpecialistAdvanced Certificate in Early Intervention (certifying in Students with Disabilities B-Grades 2)Advanced Certificate LiteraciesAdvanced Certificate in TESOL Customize your degreeOur degrees are designed to meet your interests and career aspirations. Whether you want to add an advanced certificate or specialize in a distinct area of emphasis, we can help craft the best option for you. Contact us Ready to apply? Start your application Next deadline is October 15, 2023 View all deadlines /directory/kristen-love Program Director Kristen LoveAssistant Professor View Kristen's profile Contact admissions (585) 275-3950 admissions@warner.rochester.edu Request informationReceive a $70 application fee waiver when you complete the form below.Loading... Take a course before you applyTake a course before you apply to one of our programs for a highly discounted price. Some credits also apply toward degree requirements. Try us out Related degrees Master’s in Early Childhood Education Without CertificationMaster’s in Human Development (with Specialization in Early Childhood)Doctoral Programs Focusing on Early Childhood EducationGRADE Program for Undergraduate Applicants Start your application Get started