Online and Hybrid Programs

Childhood Education

Future elementary school teachers explore key subjects such as mathematics, science, literacy and social studies in a degree program that can be completed in 12 months of full-time study.

• Childhood Education (M.S.T.)

Educational Leadership

These programs train future school leaders — superintendents, directors of athletics, principals and others — who possess a master’s degree and permanent teaching certification in New York state.

• School Building Leader (C.A.S.)
• School District Leader (C.A.S.)
• School District Business Leader (C.A.S.)
• Teacher Leadership Advanced Certificate 

English as a Second Language

Graduate students are prepared to teach English to non-native speakers in a variety of U.S. and international settings, including general classrooms with multilingual learners, private schools, or adult education classes. Those with NYS initial teaching certification can pursue additional TESOL certification.

• English as a Second Language: Non-certification (M.S. Ed.) 

Health

Whether they pursue community health or a more teaching-focused track, students gain a strong foundation in research methods, assessment and evaluation, as well as hands-on work.

• Community Health (M.S.)

History

This fully online, 31 credit hour program is ideal for social studies teachers seeking a master’s or anyone who works in educational roles in museums or archives. Special emphasis is placed on the scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL).

• History (M.A.)

Literacy Education

In this fully online program, teachers from any discipline improve their skills working with readers of all abilities. Full-time students can earn two certifications in one calendar year.

• Birth-Grade 12 (M.S.Ed.)

Physical Education (K-12)

Designed for current physical education professionals seeking leadership roles in their schools or districts, students join one of the nation’s strongest programs and learn from experts in the field. The physical education leadership degree can be completed entirely online.

• Physical Education Leadership (M.S. Ed.)
• Physical Education Leadership - Adapted Physical Education (M.S. Ed.)

Recreation

Students turn their passion for the outdoors into exciting career possibilities through two online programs. They go on to earn important certifications and work in various settings from state parks to retirement communities.

• Therapeutic Recreation (M.S.) (Campus and Online)
• Therapeutic Recreation - Certificate Program 

Sport Management

Courses are available online and in person, which means a master’s degree can be earned in multiple ways. All options encourage industry experience, and graduates land in a variety of fields, including marketing, event management and communications.

• Sport Management (M.S.) (Campus and Online)

Teaching Students with Disabilities

Teachers build on their commitment to inclusive special education through multiple graduate programs offering training at the elementary, middle and high school grade levels.

• Teaching Students with Disabilities 1-6 (M.S.Ed.) (Online Delivery)
• Teaching Students with Disabilities 7-12 (M.S.Ed.) (Online Delivery)