Early Childhood Education Specialization in Initial Licensure - M.ED.

Shape the Future with a Master’s in Early Childhood Education

Are you passionate about shaping the futures of young learners and making a lasting impact in early childhood education? Framingham State University’s M.Ed. program with a concentration in Early Childhood Education and a specialization in Initial Licensure is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience necessary to thrive in PreK-2 classrooms.
In our program, you'll learn to:

•    Master academic Subject Matter Knowledge requirements.
•    Address the social and emotional needs of PreK-2 students.
•    Meet the Professional Standards for Teachers.
•    Navigate the complexities of modern schooling.
•    Respond to developmental differences in learners.
•    Utilize diverse materials and instructional methods.
•    Become an inclusive, effective, and innovative leader in early childhood education.

Why Choose Our Program?

At Framingham State University, we are committed to preparing exceptional educators who are ready to make a difference. Our graduates are equipped to be leaders in PreK-2 settings, bringing creativity, inclusivity, and innovation to their teaching.

Program & Admissions Requirements

The program requires successful completion of twelve (12) courses, including practicum and Field Experiences. A professional portfolio must be completed and presented prior to the required oral comprehensive examination as part of the degree program. The oral comprehensive exam is taken during the student’s final semester of study in the degree program (including practicum) or the semester immediately following the final semester in which all coursework has been completed.

Required Core Courses (5)

Curriculum Specific Courses (5)

Professional Practicum (2)

Complete the online graduate admission application
Have earned a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Applicants must have received a bachelor’s degree with a minimum 3.00 GPA from a regionally accredited college/university and must submit all official college-level transcripts. Applicants who studies outside of the United State must submit official transcripts and a course-by-course evaluation for US equivalency.
Two (2) recommendations must be submitted electronically through the Recommendation section of the application. One letter must be from an employer or supervisor, and the second letter must be from a faculty member who has taught the candidate at the collegiate level if the candidate attended classes in the last five years; if a faculty recommendation is not possible, the second letter should be another professional recommendation.
Submit a typed, 300-word personal statement discussing their motivation for seeking a master’s degree in view of prior formal education, current job responsibilities, and career plans.

Meet the Program Coordinator

Stavroula Gurguliatos

Faculty Member, Education Department

508 626 4569

sgurguliatos@framingham.edu

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Early Childhood Education Specialization in Initial Licensure - M.ED.

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Shape the Future with a Master’s in Early Childhood Education

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