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Overview

The Department of Secondary Education prepares teachers to meet the needs of adolescents during their middle and high school years. Your favorite subject in high school unlocked a new world for you. Adolescence is a transformative time, and a great teacher can help students explore disciplines, hone their skills and pursue a career path.  

Graduates are prepared for New York State Teacher Certification, usually within two years. Candidates may pursue single certification in: English, math, social studies, biology, chemistry, physics, or earth science and dual certification in Students with Disabilities with math, biology, social studies or English. 

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The Mercy Advantage

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Small student/teacher ratios within the classroom  

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Combination of theoretical and practical, with fieldwork experiences for most courses  

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Strong relationships with schools across New York City, Westchester and Rockland counties, to help you graduate with experience and professional contacts  

Subject Concentrations

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English

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Math

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Social Studies

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Biology

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Chemistry

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Physics

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Earth Science

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Five Year Dual Degree Teacher Education Program 

Interested in becoming a teacher? Take a look at our Dual Degree Program which allows students interested in the teaching profession to earn both a bachelor’s and master’s degree at an accelerated pace.

Students can pursue a combined Adolescence Education M.S. in English, math, biology or history. 

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Important Information

MS Programs: Candidates must have a bachelor's degree with a 3.0 GPA or higher and pre-requisite course work with a minimum of a C average. 

BS or BA Degree and Coursework to Include: 

  • Mathematical Processes - 6 credits
  • Historical and Social Sciences - 6 credits 
  • Language Other Than English - 3 credits 
  • Communications/Humanities/Written Analysis and Expression - 3 credits 
  • Artistic Expression - 3 credits Scientific Processes - 6 credits 
  • 30 credits in the area of certification (e.g. biology, mathematics, etc.) 

In addition, candidates should submit the following: 

  • Mercy University Application 

  • Transcript 

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