The Graduate School Academic Programs

College of Education Graduate Programs

Doctoral Degree

Ed.D. in Educational Leadership - D928
Program Advisor: Dr. James Coaxum | P: 856.256.4779
The doctoral program in Educational Leadership focuses on developing leaders who are capable of reflective decision making, working collaboratively, and initiating or responding to innovative change, and who have management and administrative skills. Although the doctoral program originally was designed for the educational professional fully employed in a P-12 or higher education setting, it now includes professionals from other areas, such as human services. By integrating academic instruction with opportunities to apply leadership theory to the resolution of actual workplace problems, the program helps students:

Understand the relationship between theory and practice
Understand the context in which schools, colleges and other institutions operate
Apply theory and contextual knowledge to educational problem solving
Develop analytical and communication skills required for successful leadership

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Master's Degrees

M.A. in Counseling in Educational Settings - G825
Program Advisor: Mr. Charles Brett | P: 856.256.4787
This program leads to a Master of Arts degree in Counseling. Graduates may work in elementary, middle, and/or secondary school settings, providing student counseling services. Such services include individual and group counseling for students regarding personal, social and educational needs; consultation with faculty and other professional staff, assessment of individual students regarding personal-social, academic and career interests and needs; consultation with families regarding the individual’s educational progress and career related plans, as well as one’s personal and social development; and working cooperatively with community resources in assisting individuals and families. A number of our graduates seek careers in higher Education settings, such as Residence Hall, Student Services and Career and Academic Planning.
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M.A. in Higher Education: Administrative Track - G807
Program Advisor: Dr. Burton Sisco | P: 856.256.4500 x3717
The administrative track is designed to serve both those without any experience in higher education administration who are interested in careers in that field as well as those who are already practicing administrators in a college or university who wish to upgrade their skills.
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M.A. in Higher Education: Instructional Track - G807
Program Advisor: Dr. Burton Sisco | P: 856.256.4500 x3717
The instructional track is intended to serve those individuals who seek adjunct or full time instructor positions primarily at a two-year college in the following disciplines: reading, mathematics, computer science and English as a Second Language (ESL). Limited opportunities to pursue specializations in biology or chemistry and physics are also available.
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M.A. in Learning Disabilities: Track I - G818
Program Advisor: Dr. Sharon Davis Bianco | P: 856.256.4500 x3796
Track I is designed to prepare candidates for the Learning Disabilities Teacher/Consultant certification. Students in this track work in collaboration with other members of a child study team. The Master of Arts in Learning Disabilities is an innovative program designed to provide motivated teachers with the knowledge and skills needed to meet the multitude of challenges found in both regular and special education classrooms. Both tracks in the program, each with a specific focus, are designed to prepare classroom teachers to meet the needs of students with learning difficulties. Collaborative field experiences are included in each track. This program is nationally accredited (NCATE and CEC).
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M.A. in Learning Disabilities: Track II - G818
Program Advisor: Dr. Sharon Davis Bianco | P: 856.256.4500 x3796
Track II is for graduate students who wish to facilitate learning for young children with developmental delays and disabilities. The Master of Arts in Learning Disabilities is an innovative program designed to provide motivated teachers with the knowledge and skills needed to meet the multitude of challenges found in both regular and special education classrooms. Both tracks in the program, each with a specific focus, are designed to prepare classroom teachers to meet the needs of students with learning difficulties. Collaborative field experiences are included in each track. This program is nationally accredited (NCATE and CEC).
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M.A. in Reading - G830
Program Advisor: Dr. Stacey Leftwich | P: 856.256.4500 x3821
The Masters of Arts in Reading Education is nationally accredited by the National Council for Accreditation in Teacher Education in conjunction with the International Reading Association. Students in the program will have the opportunity to develop both a contemporary conceptual framework and effective strategies that are appropriate for guiding literacy development in classroom and clinical environments.
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M.A. in School Administration - G827
Program Advisor: Dr. Robert Campbell | P: 856.256.4500 x3817
This program is designed to serve the educator who aspires to become a leader in P-12 educational organizations. The principal preparation program meets the requirements established by the New Jersey Department of Education for state certification as a public school administrator in positions such as assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, principal, assistant principal, vice principal, and director. In order for candidates to qualify for the Certificate of Eligibility (C.E.) for the principal endorsement, they must achieve a satisfactory score on the School Leaders Licensure Assessment.
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M.A. in School Psychology & Ed.S. in Educational Services: School Psychologist Specialist - G822 & ES03
Program Advisor: Dr. Barbara Bole Williams | P: 856.256.4500 x3804
The School Psychology program is divided into two programs, the Masters of Arts in School Psychology, and the Educational Specialist Degree, each having distinct admissions criteria. Admission to the M.A. program does not guarantee admission to the Ed.S. program. Completion of the Master of Arts in School Psychology provides a background in the theories, major knowledge and methodological procedures in psychology. This program (or its equivalent) is required for admission into the Educational Specialist program. The MA and EdS in School Psychology combine to meet the requirements for NJ Department of Education certification in School Psychology.
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M.A. in Special Education: Track I - G809
Program Advisor: Dr. Joy Xin | P: 856.256.4734
This advanced program is designed for individuals who possess an instructional certificate in special education and want to pursue a master's degree that will increase their knowledge and skills related to working with individuals with exceptional learning needs. The coursework and related field experiences are designed to foster an understanding of students unique strengths and needs, as well as the pedagogical skills to accommodate these needs and provide appropriate curriculum modifications when necessary.
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M.A. in Special Education: Track II - G809
Program Advisor: Dr. Joy Xin | P: 856.256.4734
This advanced program is designed for individuals who possess a standard instructional certificate, or possess/are eligible for a CEAS, and wish to pursue a masters degree that will increase their knowledge and skills related to working with individuals with exceptional learning needs. The coursework and related field experiences are designed to foster an understanding of students' unique strengths and needs, as well as the pedagogical skills to accommodate these needs and provide appropriate curriculum modifications when necessary. Teacher candidates who successfully complete this program will be recommended for the New Jersey Teacher of Students with Disabilities certification.
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Master of Science in Teaching (M.S.T.): Elementary - G800
Program Advisor: Dr. Donna Jorgensen | P: 856.256.4500 x4649
Master of Science in Teaching (M.S.T.): Secondary - G802
Program Advisor: Dr. Donna Jorgensen | P: 856.256.4500 x4649
Master of Science in Teaching (M.S.T.): Theatre - G008
Program Advisor: Dr. Donna Jorgensen | P: 856.256.4500 x4649
The newly revised Master of Science in Teaching (M.S.T.) program offers the unique opportunity for students to pursue an initial New Jersey teaching certificate and a Master’s degree simultaneously. This program is designed to prepare candidates who meet appropriate Bachelors degree and course work requirements for k-5 (Elementary) initial teacher certification.
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Certificates

ESL/Bilingual Education Certification - G603
Program Advisor: Mr. Charles Brett | P: 856.256.4787
The Bilingual/Bicultural Education Certification Program is a non-degree program leading to a K-12 endorsement on a standard certificate. The Bilingual/Bicultural Education endorsement is available only to individuals who hold standard New Jersey instructional certification for grade levels and subjects which can be taught in a bilingual setting; the appropriate instructional certificates are: elementary education and secondary education mathematics, science, social studies.

Learning Disabilities Teacher Certification (LDTC) - G618
Program Advisor: Dr. Sharon Davis Bianco | P: 856.256.4500 x3796
Students who have already completed a master’s degree in Learning Disabilities from another institution or a master's degree in a related field may apply for admission to the program leading to certification as a Learning Disabilities Teacher/Consultant.
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Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in Principal Preparation - G628
Program Advisor: Dr. Robert Campbell | P: 856.256.4500 x3817
This program meets the requirements specified by the state of New Jersey and is designed to serve the person who has already earned a Master’s degree and who wants to qualify as a principal in the public schools. The Principal’s Certification Program comprises three different tracks. Applicants must select a track that best meets their needs (based on supervisory experience and NJ Certification code) at the time of admission.
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Endorsement in Teacher of Students with Disabilities (LDT/C) - G609
Program Advisor: Dr. Joy Xin | P: 856.256.4734
In compliance with New Jersey State Regulations for teacher licensure, the Special Educational Services/Instruction Department currently offers a graduate endorsement program: Teacher of Students with Disabilities.
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Certificate of Graduate Study in Reading - G630
Program Advisor: Dr. Stacey Leftwich | P: 856.256.4500 x3821
This program meets the increasing need for highly qualified practitioners in the area of reading, benefiting classroom teachers K-12 who wish to increase their knowledge of literacy instruction. It offers a strong pedagogical and theoretical core from the reading discipline that will enable teachers to pursue an advanced degree. This certificate does not lead to any state certification.

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