Education Studies: Adolescence

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Jumpstart your future teaching career.

MCC's Adolescence Education program is designed to prepare you for a rewarding teaching career, inspiring the next generation of 7th through 12th graders. Our hands-on learning approach, immersive courses, and seasoned instructors deliver real-world classroom experience starting in your first semester. At the end of this program, you’ll be ready to transfer to a four-year program, putting you one step closer to earning New York State certification as a classroom teacher.

What You’ll Learn

In the Education Studies: Adolescence program at MCC, you’ll pair a solid foundation in childhood development with real classroom fieldwork. You will: 

  • Understand professional expectations and responsibilities of today’s educators 
  • Create engaging lessons for students in grade levels seven through 12 
  • Work with real documents, like New York State Education Department’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) 
  • Apply subject-area knowledge while working with diverse adolescent learners 
  • Build strong relationships with students and families 
  • Use observation and assessment to guide teaching 
  • Apply classroom management techniques using culturally aware and trauma-informed teaching practices 
  • Gain hands-on experience through fieldwork placements in local schools 
 

Designed for Your Success

MCC provides the support and flexibility you need to achieve your goals.

Looking for Supplementary or Additional Certification? 

Our teaching microcredentials are designed for in-service educators pursuing certification in specific content areas. We also offer NYSED Workshops, including Dignity for All Students Act (DASA), Needs of Children with Autism, and more.

100% Online Option

Need a flexible schedule? This program’s coursework can be completed 100% online. 

 

Ready to Apply?

Applying to MCC is free, with no college essay or test scores required.

Program Details

Get a direct path into the teaching profession. This program gives you the skills, coursework, and real classroom experience you need to prepare for transfer and earn your NYS teacher certification.
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Associate of Science

The Adolescence Education A.S. at MCC prepares students who want to teach grades seven through twelve. You’ll take both education and general education classes. Choose exciting electives that fit your interests and complete fieldwork beginning in your first semester. Classes are flexible with in-person, evening, and online options.

Length

2 years / 61 to 66 credit hours
Students typically complete this program in 4 semesters of full time study.

Location

Downtown Campus & Online

Program Requirements

Earn a FREE Degree

Good news—this program is part of SUNY Reconnect, which covers the cost of tuition, fees, books, and supplies for eligible adults. See if you qualify today!
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Concerned About Costs?

SUNY Reconnect helps many adult students attend MCC for free. But if you’re not eligible, don’t worry—there are plenty of other financial aid programs that can help make MCC even more attainable. Explore your options today! 

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