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New York Institute of Technology

Master Degrees are offered in:

  • Instructional Technology
  • Early Childhood EducationÌý
  • Childhood EducationÌý
  • Adolescent EducationÌý
  • School Counseling

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT ±·³Û±õ°Õ’S MASTER OF SCIENCE PROGRAMS

College advisement for all NYIT graduate programs is availableÌýby contacting the program contact person listed under each program to schedule an appointment. Students who have completed 9 credits must contact the college before registering for courses. For general program information, call NYIT at 212-261-1515 or 516-686-7777; you may also visit .

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Potential graduates should be aware that since most off-campus courses end later than those on campus, a diploma might not be awarded until the semester following the completion of coursework.

MASTER’S DEGREE IN INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY FOR EDUCATORS (MSIT)
(33 credits)

Requirements for admission to the MSIT master’s program

  • 3.0 undergraduate average for full matriculation; and NYS certification;
  • GRE/MAT exam

Required foundation/professional core courses

  • EDIT 603ÌýÌý ÌýFoundations I: Philosophy and Technology of Education
  • EDIT 608ÌýÌý ÌýCurriculum Design and Development
  • EDIT 618ÌýÌý ÌýFoundations II: Diversity, Learning and Technology
  • EDIT 605Ìý Ìý ÌýInstructional Applications of the Internet
  • EDIT 610 ÌýÌý ÌýMultimedia/Authoring
  • EDIT 695Ìý Ìý ÌýField Experience Practicum and Seminar

Required pedagogical applications

  • EDIT 614ÌýÌý ÌýLanguage Arts and Technology
  • EDIT 624ÌýÌý ÌýMath, Science and Technology I (math focus)
  • EDIT 623 ÌýÌýÌýMath, Science and Technology II (science focus)

Elective

  • EDIT 663 ÌýÌý ÌýEducational Use of Social Media

Pedagogical application

  • EDIT 690ÌýÌýÌý Assessment and Evaluation

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MSIT FOR EDUCATORS PROGRAM

This master’s program in Instructional Technology develops expertise in the use of leading-edge media and technology for teaching and learning. Graduates of the program become master teachers in P-12 classrooms, or school or district instructional technology leaders, staff developers and curriculum designers. Initial courses enhance teachers’ expertise with a wide range of media and applications and set the stage for understanding how instructional technology can fulfill its potential to Entice, Encourage, Enable and Empower learners. Building on theories of learning, motivation and curriculum design, teachers next learn to apply newly developed technology skills in language arts, social studies, math, science and technology curricular content. An innovative action research project caps the experience as participants join the small number of certified educational technology specialists in New York State.

About the Instructional Technology program:

  • Aligned with the latest National Educational Technology Standards (NETS) for Coaches from the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)
  • Candidates are prepared to be coaches and professional developers who design and provide building- and district-level PD using instructional technologies
  • Degree requirements have been streamlined (33 credits) and total tuition costs remain competitive
  • All courses have been updated to meet the latest curricular standards and reflect cutting-edge approaches to using technology in diverse K-12 classrooms
  • New elective courses are now available
  • State required field experience hours (50) are consolidated into a new Practicum and Seminar course

The program offers:

  • A 33-credit Master of Science degree in Instructional Technology
  • Eligibility for NYS certification as an Educational Technology Specialist
  • Eligibility for permanent or professional certification in first certificate area
  • Opportunity to become proficient in the use of leading-edge technology
  • Professional development for leadership in applying educational technology
  • Experience with tools for problem-solving and communication in the PreK-12 setting
  • Expertise in integrating technology and standards in the PreK-12 curriculum
  • Exciting learning environments with practitioner instructional technology faculty
  • Option for non-certified educators/others interested in technology in teaching and learning

For further details, email efabian [at] nyit [dot] edu (Erin Fabian) of NYITÌý or call 212-261-1529 for an appointment.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CHILDHOOD EDUCATION, GRADES 1-6 (MSCHED)
45 credits - Initial Certification

Upon completion of all NYS certification requirements, this program leads to a master’s degree and eligibility for NYS initial certification in Childhood Education, Grades 1-6. The program facilitates the development of an understanding of child development; curriculum design; effective instructional practices to teach all children; and the integration of technology in teaching and learning.

For initial certification, all applicants to the program must:

  • have an earned bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 3.0* and a major or its equivalent (minimum of 30-credit concentration) in biology, chemistry, economics, English, social studies, history, life science, mathematics, physics, psychology, or interdisciplinary arts and sciences;
  • have completed 6 credits in each of the following college-level courses: English, social studies, science, mathematics, a language other than English and a form of creative expression. Qualified candidates will be able to make up deficits in up to two areas before completion of the program;
  • GRE/MAT exam
  • personal statement
  • 2 letters of recommendation

* Students with a GPA of less than 3.0 require special advisement.

Foundation Courses:

  • EDPC 603Ìý Ìý ÌýFoundations I: Philosophy & Technology of Education
  • EDPC 605Ìý Ìý ÌýCurriculum Design and Development
  • EDPC 610Ìý Ìý ÌýFoundations I:I Diversity, Learning and Technology in Education
  • EDPC 615Ìý Ìý ÌýHuman Growths and Development, B-Grade 6

Technology Core:

  • EDPC 664Ìý Ìý ÌýInstitutes in Education

Literacy Core:

  • EDLI 635 ÌýÌý ÌýTheory and Practice of Literacy Instruction
  • EDLI 636Ìý Ìý ÌýDiagnosis and Remediation of Literacy Disorders

Content Core:

  • EDLA 615 ÌýÌý ÌýEnglish Language Arts and Technology
  • EDSS 620 ÌýÌý ÌýSocial Studies and Technology
  • EDMA 625Ìý Ìý Math, Science and Technology I
  • EDSC 626 ÌýÌý ÌýMath, Science and Technology II

Student Teaching:

  • EDPCÌý681Ìý Ìý ÌýStudent Teaching and Seminar
  • EDPCÌý695Ìý Ìý ÌýTeacher Education Capstone


College advisement for the MSCHED program is mandatory. For further information email epirri [at] nyit [dot] edu (Elizabeth Pirri) or call 516-686-4931.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Initial Certification

The UFT Course Program and New York Institute of Technology have collaborated to offer programs designed to prepare candidates for New York State professional certification.Ìý

The program is designed for teachers with initial or professional certification, seeking additional skills in teaching and learning. This program focuses on students in grades 1-6. Candidates may possess certification in any discipline.Ìý

Admission requirements for all programs

  • a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university;Ìý
  • completed online or paper application and a $50 fee, made payable to New York Institute of Technology;
  • official transcripts from all colleges previously attended;
  • evidence of MMR from a physician; and, for those to whom it applies,
  • evidence of NYS provisional or initial certification.Ìý
  • GRE/MAT exam
  • personal statement
  • 2 letters of recommendation

Required courses

  • EDIT 605Ìý Ìý Ìý Instructional Applications of the Internet
  • EDLA 615 ÌýÌý English Language Arts and Technology
  • EDLI 635 ÌýÌý ÌýTheory/Practice of Literacy Instruction
  • EDLI 636 ÌýÌý ÌýDiagnosis and Remediation of Literacy Disorders
  • EDMA/EDSC 625 Mathematics, Science, & Technology I
  • EDMA/EDSC 631 Mathematics, Science, & Technology II
  • EDPC 603 ÌýÌý Ìý Foundations I: Philosophy and Technology of Education
  • EDPC 605 ÌýÌý ÌýCurriculum Design & Development
  • EDPC 610 ÌýÌý ÌýFoundations II: Diversity, Learning and TechnologyÌý
  • EDPC 690 ÌýÌý Ìý Research Methods and Assessment
  • EDPC 691 ÌýÌý ÌýField Project
  • EDSS 620 ÌýÌý ÌýSocial Studies and Technology

Participants in each of these programs will receive personal one-to-one advisement by expert program faculty. Qualified students may be eligible for Troops to Teachers funding and other financial aid.Ìý

For further information, call 516-686-4931.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION, BIRTH TO GRADE 2
45 Credits Initial Certification/
36 Credits Professional Certification

ÌýUpon completion of all NYS certification requirements, this program leads to a master’s degree and eligibility for NYS initial certification in Early Childhood Education, Birth to Grade 2. This program facilitates the development of an understanding of early childhood development, curriculum design; effective instruction practices to teach young children; and the integrating of technology in teaching and learning. ItÌýprepares candidates for teaching in a variety of educational settings within the birth to grade 2 levels.

Foundation Courses:

  • EDPC 603ÌýÌý ÌýFoundations I: Philosophy & Technology of Education
  • EDPC 605ÌýÌý ÌýCurriculum Design & Development
  • EDPC 610ÌýÌý ÌýFoundations II: Diversity, Learning & Technology in Education
  • EDPC 615ÌýÌý ÌýHuman Growth and Development (45 Credits Only)

Technology Core:

  • EDIT 629ÌýÌý ÌýCreative Arts for Elementary Education

Literacy Core:

  • EDLI 635ÌýÌý ÌýTheory and Practice of Literacy Instruments
  • EDLI 636ÌýÌý ÌýDiagnosis and Remediation of Literacy Disorders

Content Core:

  • EDLA 615Ìý Ìý Language Arts and Technology
  • EDSS 620Ìý Ìý Social Studies and Technology
  • EDMA 625Ìý Ìý Mathematics, Science and Technology I
  • EDSC 626ÌýÌý ÌýMathematics, Science and Technology II

Student Teaching:

  • EDPC 681ÌýÌý Student Teaching and Seminar (45 Credits Only)
  • EDPC 695ÌýÌý Teacher Education Capstone

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION, BIRTH TO GRADE 2
WITH BILINGUAL EXTENSION
45 Credits Initial Certification/36 Credits Professional Certification

ÌýUpon completion of all NYS certification requirements, this program leads to a master’s degree and eligibility for NYS initial certification in Early Childhood Education, Birth to Grade 2. This program facilitates the development of an understanding of early childhood development, curriculum design; effective instruction practices to teach young children; and the integrating of technology in teaching and learning. ItÌýprepares candidates for teaching in a variety of educational settings within the birth to grade 2 levels.ÌýThe Bilingual Extension program is offered to candidates who are already certified to teach in New York State and wish to teach English Language Learners (ELLs) in a bilingual setting. Upon successful completion of the Bilingual Education Assessment (BEA) and course requirements for this extension, teacher candidates will be certified to teach English Language Learners in a bilingual setting. As part of the required clinical experience, candidates must complete college supervised field experiences of 50 hours within a bilingual setting.

Foundation Courses:

  • EDPC 603ÌýÌý ÌýFoundations I: Philosophy & Technology of Education
  • EDPC 605ÌýÌý ÌýCurriculum Design & Development
  • EDPC 610ÌýÌý ÌýFoundations II: Diversity, Learning & Technology in Education
  • EDPC 615ÌýÌý ÌýHuman Growth and Development (45 Credits Only)

Technology Core:

  • EDIT 629ÌýÌý ÌýCreative Arts for Elementary Education

Literacy Core:

  • EDLI 635ÌýÌý ÌýTheory and Practice of Literacy Instruments
  • EDLI 636 ÌýÌý ÌýDiagnosis and Remediation of Literacy Disorders

Content Core:

  • EDLA 615 ÌýÌý ÌýLanguage Arts and Technology
  • EDSS 620 ÌýÌý ÌýSocial Studies and Technology
  • EDMA 625Ìý Ìý ÌýMathematics, Science and Technology I
  • EDSC 631Ìý Ìý ÌýMathematics, Science and Technology II

Research Core:

  • EDPC 690ÌýÌý ÌýResearch Methods & Assessment
  • EDPC 691ÌýÌý ÌýField Project

Student Teaching:

  • EDPC 681ÌýÌý ÌýStudent Teaching and Seminar (45 Credits Only)
  • EDPC 695ÌýÌý Teacher Education Capstone

Bilingual Extension:

  • EDBL 603ÌýÌý ÌýFoundations I: Principles and Practices in Bilingual Ed
  • EDLI 634ÌýÌýÌý Teaching Literacy in Bilingual Education

Elective in Bilingual Education

MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING
30ÌýCredits - Initial Certification

ÌýMaster of Arts in Teaching. The M.A.T. program is designed specifically for college graduates holding appropriate liberal arts related degree (English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Math or Social Studies), who have not had a formal academic background in education and who wish to prepare for a teacher career in adolescence education grades 7-12. The candidate will come to us with content necessary for certification. The MAT degree will provide the candidate with both the pedagogy and practica (supervised instructional experience). Upon successful completion of the MAT program, candidates will be recommended to the New York State Education Department for Initial Teaching Certification. The design of the program prepares candidates to teach diverse student population in a variety of educational classroom settings. Program requirements are 30 credits; depending on the subject areas the students choose to study (some prerequisites may be required).

Pedagogical Core:

  • EDPC 603 Foundations I: Philosophy & Technology
  • EDPC 605 Curriculum Design & Development
  • EDPC 610 Foundations II: Diversity, Learning & Tech
  • EDPCÌý 616 Human Growth & Development Ìý

Literacy Core:

  • EDLI 635 Theory & Practice of Literacy Instruction
  • EDLI 637 Reading in the Content Area Content Core:
  • EDPC 630 Culturally Responsive Teaching
  • EDPC 635 Methods and Materials

Student Teaching:

  • EDPC 683 Student Teaching & Seminar

MIDDLE SCHOOL CERTIFICATION EXTENSIONS
FOR CHILDHOOD EDUCATION TEACHERS

NYIT School of Education offers courses needed for eligibility to extend New York State Childhood Education Teacher Certification to Middle School Level, Grades 7-9 in just two part-time semesters for teachers holding initial, professional, or permanent certification in Elementary Education K-6 or Childhood Education, Grades 1-6.

These programs enable teachers to:

  • Extend their existing certification to grades 7-9 mathematics, science or English.
  • Develop skills and expertise required to effectively teach young adolescents.
  • Use research-based, effective teaching strategies and technology to design instruction that maximizes success for middle school students.

PROGRAM OF STUDY

Childhood Education 7-9 extension in Middle School Mathematics

  • EDPC 616Ìý Ìý ÌýHuman Growth, and Development and Learning for Middle Childhood and 
Adolescence Education
  • EDPC 617 ÌýÌý ÌýCurriculum and Instruction for Middle Childhood Education
  • EDMA 625 ÌýÌý ÌýMathematics and Technology in Education I
  • EDMA 628 ÌýÌý ÌýMathematics and Technology in Education II

Childhood Education 7-9 Extension in Middle School Science

  • EDPC 616 ÌýÌý ÌýHuman Growth, Development and Learning for Middle Childhood and 
Adolescence Education
  • EDPC 617 ÌýÌý ÌýCurriculum and Instruction for Middle Childhood Education
  • EDSC 630 ÌýÌý ÌýTeaching Life Science in the Middle School Using Technology—Content and Methodology
  • EDSC 631 ÌýÌý ÌýTeaching Physical Science in the Middle School Using Technology—Content and Methodology

Childhood Education 7-9 Extension in Middle School English

  • EDPC 616Ìý Ìý ÌýHuman Growth, Development and Learning for Middle Childhood and 
Adolescence Education
  • EDPC 617Ìý Ìý ÌýCurriculum and Instruction for Middle Childhood Education
  • EDLA 620 ÌýÌý ÌýTeaching English/Language Arts in the Middle School Using Technology (I)—Pedagogy
  • EDLA 621Ìý Ìý ÌýTeaching English/Language Arts in the Middle School Using Technology (II)—Content

Teachers who hold NYS Initial or Professional Certification in Childhood Education and who satisfy all NYSED requirements, including an appropriate concentration of 30 credits in an approved subject area (math, English language arts, social studies or science), may use these courses as part of 6 credits in middle school pedagogy to apply for an NYSED Middle School Extension Certificate.

Admissions Requirements

Applicants for admission to the 7-9 extension program for childhood education certification must be in the process of completing or already possess valid initial or professional certification in childhood education (Grades 1-6) or elementary education and demonstrated completion of at least 30 semester hours of college course work in the subject area (English, mathematics or science) to be taught with a GPA of 3.0.ÌýFor further information and personal advisement call 516-686-1286.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN SCHOOL COUNSELING (GUIDANCE) – 60 Credits

NYIT COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

New York Institute of Technology, in collaboration with the UFTÌýCourse Program, offers a master’s degree in School CounselingÌýnationally accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of CounselingÌýand Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The programÌýnow offers 2 or 3 year completion options and consists of online,Ìýblended, and face-to-face classes. Field experience and technologyÌýare used in creative and meaningful ways, starting with the firstÌýcourse. NYIT schedules information sessions each spring. SuccessfulÌýcandidates will be admitted to the fall semester.

The mission of the School Counseling master’s program is toÌýprepare culturally competent and skilled school-counseling professionalsÌýto meet the growing needs of K-12 students in today’sÌýschools. The competency-based school counseling programÌýprepares professional school counselors to deliver comprehensiveÌýprograms that promote success for all students (PreK-12) in the areas of academic, career and personal/social development.
Through advocacy, collaboration and teamwork, leadership, individualÌýand group counseling interventions and use of data andÌýtechnology, NYIT school counselor candidates will be prepared toÌýsupport, promote and enhance student achievement and successÌýin school. Unique in its cross-disciplinary approach, candidatesÌýin school counseling share core courses with mental health andÌýteacher education students.

ADMISSIONS

  • Applicants are encouraged to contact the program coordinator and attend an information session. These are scheduled periodically.
  • For full matriculation, applicants are admitted annually for the Fall and Spring semesters.
  • College graduates may enter from a variety of backgrounds including, but not limited to: education, the helping professions, business and industry. The GRE might be required based on GPA. Please contact the department for more information.

Admission to the program has two distinct components: fulfilling the requirements for admission to the NYIT graduate program and the completing of a departmental admissions portfolio. The portfolio includes reference forms, a resume, a summary of experience in schools, a professional goals statement, individual and group interviews and other information related to the candidate’s qualifications. Additional information may be found on the .

PROGRAM OF STUDY

Foundation courses

  • EDCO 600ÌýÌý ÌýIntroduction to School Counseling
  • EDCO 601ÌýÌý ÌýHuman Development
  • EDCO 615*ÌýÌý ÌýFoundations of Counseling
  • EDCO 705* ÌýÌý ÌýCareer Counseling and Lifestyles Development

*to be taken at either the Manhattan or Old Westbury campus

Core courses

  • EDCO 620*Ìý Ìý Group Counseling/Leadership Skills
  • EDCO 635* ÌýÌý Consultation: School and Community
  • EDCO 640 ÌýÌý ÌýSchool Counseling Programs: Development and Implementation
  • EDCO 650Ìý Ìý ÌýSocial Justice, Diversity and Cultural Issues
  • EDCO 665 ÌýÌý ÌýThe Special Needs Student
    EDCO 671 ÌýÌý ÌýPost Secondary Transitions/College Counseling
    EDCO 701ÌýÌý ÌýCrisis Counseling
    EDCO 725 ÌýÌý ÌýSchool Violence and Student Behavior Management
    EDOC 810* ÌýÌýÌý Research, Assessment and Technology
    EDCO 835* ÌýÌý ÌýEducational Law, Policy and Ethics

Electives (choose three)Ìý

  • EDCO 685ÌýÌý ÌýCultural Mediation for Counselors and Educators
    EDCO 710ÌýÌý ÌýMulticultural Counseling
    MHCO 630ÌýÌý ÌýClinical Assessment
    MHCO 701ÌýÌý ÌýTheories of Counseling and Psychotherapy
    MHCO 715ÌýÌý ÌýMarital and Family Counseling

Practicum

  • EDCO 870*Ìý Ìý ÌýField Experience and Practicum

Internship

  • EDCO 730*Ìý Ìý ÌýInternship: Academic, Career, Personal Development — Part 1 (300 hours)
  • EDCO 740*Ìý Ìý ÌýInternship: Academic, Career, Personal Development — Part 2 (300 hours)

*to be taken at either the Manhattan or Old Westbury campus

These courses are part of a National Certificate program in Career Development Facilitation. An additional tuition increment applies. Please read the course descriptions carefully.

PLEASE NOTE: All NYIT school counseling courses may be used toward permanent certification.

PLEASE NOTE:Ìý
Students taking the MS in School Counseling with Bilingual Extension have the same 60 credit requirements. See course differences below:  

  • Students choose 2 electives
  • Students are required to take EDBL 603/EDCO 603 Bilingual Foundations

For information, please contact Erin Fabian, Staff Associate at NYIT, 1855 Broadway, New York, NY 10023; or email efabian [at] nyit [dot] edu (Erin Fabian).

To contact the program coordinator, email dcinotti [at] nyit [dot] edu (Dr. Daniel CinottiÌý) or call him at the Manhattan campus at 212-261-1515.