Childhood Inclusive Major (BS)

Description

Brockport’s B.S. in Childhood Inclusive Education prepares candidates to teach in grades 1-6. Candidates study and prepare to teach a multiple disciplines in diverse settings, and are eligible for initial-level certification to teach in NYS public schools.

There are two tracks in the B.S. in Childhood Inclusive Education:

  • Multidisciplinary: Leads to dual certification: Childhood Education (1-6) & Students with Disabilities (1-6); or
  • Bilingual Multicultural: Leads to three certifications: Childhood Education (1-6), Students with Disabilities (1-6), & the Bilingual Extension.

Admission to the Program

Students will need to meet SUNY 3.0 GPA requirements for admission in one of the following ways:

First-year students must meet at least one of the following admissions criteria:

  • High School GPA of a B or better OR
  • High School Rank in top 30% OR
  • SAT (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing+Math) ≥ 1140 OR
  • ACT ≥ 24 OR
  • Brockport GPA ≥ 3.0 based on at least 12 credits

Transfer students must meet at least one of the following admissions criteria:

  • High School GPA of a B or better OR
  • High School Rank in top 30% OR
  • SAT (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing+Math) ≥ 1140 OR
  • ACT ≥ 24 OR
  • Transfer GPA ≥ 3.0 based on at least 12 credits OR
  • Brockport GPA ≥ 3.0 based on at least 12 credits

Students must also demonstrate preparation for entry into mathematics coursework at the 112 (or higher) level. Students entering the Bilingual Multicultural track must demonstrate preparation for entry into Spanish coursework at the 112 (or higher) level.

Program Requirements

Multidisciplinary Track (126 credits)

EDI Professional Components

English

Languages Other than English

  • Foreign Lang. 111+ (3 credits)
  • Foreign Lang. 112+ (3 credits)

Mathematics

Science

Social Studies

Social & cultural humanities (6 credits)

Pick two:

Social & cultural perspectives (3 credits)

Pick one:

Phase 1

Phase 2

Phase 3

Student teaching

Bilingual Multicultural Track (126 credits)

EDI Professional Components

English

Mathematics

Science

Social Studies

Spanish/Multicultural Coursework

Phase 1

Phase 2

Phase 3

Student teaching

Additional Degree Requirements

Students must meet NYSED requirements for minimum acceptable grades during completion of the major, including grades of C or above for all Content Core and Pedagogical Core coursework. Students must re-take courses where grades have not met this minimum acceptable grade standard.

Professional Dispositions

All teacher candidates must demonstrate the dispositions necessary in the teaching profession. The Department of Education and Human Development monitors each teacher candidate’s performance and progress and will deny continuation in the program to any teacher candidate whose level of performance and/or dispositions do not adequately meet academic or professional standards. Decisions with respect to retention or dismissal of a teacher candidate are made by the Department of Education and Human Development faculty and staff, and not by any one person.

Licensure & Certification

Students who complete this program are eligible for the University’s recommendation for New York State certification. Program completion and submission of the recommendation form are also required to secure the University’s recommendation. Additional New York state certification requirements must be satisfied to earn certification. Students are advised to consult the Brockport Certification Office.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

  • Content knowledge: Students will be able to understand the central concepts of their discipline.
  • Pedagogical content knowledge: Students will be able to develop instructional plans and strategies, and connect them with content knowledge to enhance learning opportunities for P-12 students.
  • Professional knowledge and skills: Students will be able to understand the learning needs of all students, and utilize their professional knowledge and skills, including the implementation of assessments and technology, to create effective learning experiences.
  • Reflective skills: Students will be able to continuously evaluate the impact of their work with students, reflecting on their success as teachers and addressing their needs for continuing professional improvement.
  • Professional dispositions: Students will practice professional ethics, including dedication, respect, intellectual integrity, positive outlook, self-awareness, and professionalism.
  • Positive impact on P-12 learning: Students will be able to produce evidence that they engage students in meaningful activity that promotes the development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.

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