- About the Program
- Curriculum – including courses
- Admission Requirements
- Start Dates & Application Deadlines
- Tuition
About the Program
This subject matter post-baccalaureate certification allows the holder to teach a particular subject at any grade level, kindergarten through twelfth. Subject matter teachers must exhibit proficient knowledge in their specialized areas. Therefore, in order to be eligible for admission, you must have some type of academic background in your selected specialty area.
Curriculum
- Total semester hours required graduate work for program completion: 51 Semester Hours (s.h.)
- Thesis Requirement: None
The courses listed here are not official and are subject to change. For an official list of available courses please visit the CGCE section tally.
Required Course: 51 (s.h.)
| Course Number | Course Title | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 01270 | Teaching in Learning Communities I | 3 |
| PHED 35103 | Health & Wellness or Biology w/lab | 3 |
| FNDS 21150 | History of American Education | 3 |
| FNDS 21230 | Characteristics of Knowledge Acquisition | 3 |
| EDUC 01282 | Teaching in Learning Communities II Art | 3 |
| SMED 33420 | Educational Technology | 1 |
| READ 30319 | Teaching Reading/Writing in the Content Area | 3 |
| SPED 08130 | Human Exceptionality | 3 |
| SMED 31350 | Elem Art Methods: TCHG/LRNG A: Art | 3 |
| SECD 03330 | Practicum TCHG/LRNG A: Art | 1 |
| PSY 09209 | Child Development | 3 |
| ART 09200 | Theory & Analysis of Art Education | 3 |
| SMED 31360 | Secondary Art Methods: TCHG/LRNG B: Art | 3 |
| SECD 03332 | Practicum B TCHG/LRNG B: Art | 1 |
| PSY 09210 | Adolescent Development | 3 |
| SMED 31450 | Clinical Practice in Art Education | 10 |
| SMED 31451 | Clinical Practice Seminar for Art Education | 1 |
| SECD 03350 | Teaching Students of Linguistic & Cultural Diversity | 1 |
Admissions Requirements
The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for this program. There may be additional action or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below a representative from the CGCE Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or indicating any missing items.
- CGCE Graduate Application Form (pdf)
- $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
- Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
- Current professional resume
- Two letters of recommendation
- CGCE Foundation Course Completion Form (pdf)
- Submission of official results showing passing Praxis I scores for the areas of Reading, Writing, and Mathematics
- Submission of official results showing passing Praxis II scores in Art Content Knowledge
- A portfolio review and recommendation by Department of Art faculty. If graduate of Rowan University, BA in Art/BFA, the portfolio review may be waived at the department's discretion. To schedule a portfolio review, please complete the registration form here.
Start Dates & Application Deadlines
Below is a list of anticipated start dates. The start dates indicated are based on the university calendar or the CGCE schedule. Your actual first day of class will depend on the course sequence which will be provided by a CGCE Enrollment Advisor once you have matriculated in the program.
| Entry Term & Module | Start Date(s) | Application Deadline(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | Late Aug./ Early Sept. | 05/01/2013 |
| Spring 2014 | Early Jan. | 11/01/2013 |
| Summer 2014 | TBD | 04/01/2014 |
Tuition & Costs
$441 per semester hour
(this rate applies to academic year 2013/2014 and is subject to change)