MS with Initial Teaching Certification Master's Degree (MS) Master's in Teaching Start your application We welcome applications on a rolling basis. View deadline details Guaranteed 65% scholarship Online learning options Teach the school year following enrollment Program overview Few careers give people the opportunity to impact individuals and 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?Warner will prepare you to become an innovative K-12 school teacher, empowered and able to help all students succeed. Our teacher preparation programs offer the shortest path to NYS initial and professional teaching certification and a guaranteed 65% tuition scholarship.All the master's programs described below prepare candidates for New York State initial and professional teaching certification and are offered at the graduate level only. These programs are designed for new candidates to the teaching profession.If you already have New York State initial teaching certification, but need professional certification, Warner offers many options to obtain this credential through state-approved master's degrees. See our programs leading to New York State professional certification. Key program featuresMeets all coursework and internship requirements for both initial and professional New York State 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 an additional certification may require less time.Focus on content-specific teaching: Includes at least three teaching methods courses as well as internships (taken concurrently).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.Preparing for technology-rich schools: Includes at least one course addressing learning in digital spaces; options exist to take some courses online to experience this learning modality.Option to add Specializations: With only a few additional credits required, you can pursue additional New York State certifications 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 arts (BA) or science (BS)A minimum number of credits in your area of specialization. Visit the page for each specialty area for details; see the list below. Scholarships, Tuition, & Financial Aid Learn more Guaranteed 65% tuition savingsByron Williams Teaching Scholarships Learn more Questions? Contact us Speciality areas Birth - Grade 6 Elementary Education Early Childhood Education Grades 7-12 English Language Arts Foreign Languages Mathematics Science Social Studies All ages Disabilities & inclusion Reading & Literacy Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Computer Science 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 We welcome applications on a rolling basis. View deadline details University of Rochester Teacher Residency Programs ROC Urban Teaching Fellows Program and Monroe Regional Teacher Residency Consortium are a paid teacher residency programs designed to collaboratively prepare and sustain skilled teachers to effectively serve the varied needs of students, families, and school communities.1 year paid teacher residency while studying$15,000 toward tuitionEarn your Master's in Teaching with Initial Certification Learn more /directory/kevin-meuwissen Program Director Kevin MeuwissenAssociate Professor (Clinical) & Chair View Kevin'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 discounted price. Inquire with admissions to learn about credits that also apply toward degree requirements. Try us out Related certificates and degrees Related Advanced CertificatesOpportunities for additional specializations with minimum additional credits required.NYS Certification in Teaching Students with DisabilitiesAdvanced Certificate in Urban Teaching and LeadershipAdvanced Certificate in Digitally-Rich TeachingNYS Certification in TESOLAdvanced Certificate in Teaching Students with Significant Disabilities (10 credits) Related degreesMaster's Programs in Teaching Without CertificationPrograms Leading to New York State Professional CertificationDoctoral Programs in TeachingGRADE Program for Undergraduate Applicants Start your application Get started