This is a program of study for candidates who have a bachelor’s degree in the subject area they plan to teach, and who wish to seek dual certification in Adolescence and Students with Disabilities Grade 7-12 Generalist. Teaching areas open to students at Utica University are English, mathematics, Biology, chemistry, physics and the social studies (degrees in economics, history, government and politics, or an equivalent degree to the sociology/anthropology degree awarded by Utica University.)
In addition to the requirements of the Adolescence Education and Students with Disabilities Grade 7-12 Generalist Program listed below, students must fulfill the following requirements:
- Major or the equivalent in one or more of the liberal arts and sciences
- 6 credit hours of study at the 200 level or above in each of the following is required: English, history, mathematics, sciences. Courses must have been completed within the last six years or may be taken in conjunction with the required courses shown below. Courses must show with a grade of B or above, may be taken at the graduate and/or undergraduate level, and must be approved by the department.
Program Learning Goals - Educator Preparation Program
Our degree candidates have:
1. A strong knowledge of subject matter.
2. Our degree candidates demonstrate pedagogical content knowledge and the ability to use this knowledge to design effective lessons.
3. Our degree candidates acquire teaching skills that promote student learning.
4. Our degree candidates teach caringly and effectively and are professionals.
5. Our candidates demonstrate an understanding of effective assessment of learning practices.
6. Our candidates have multicultural perspectives and accuracy
7. Our candidates use technology effectively
