Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.)
Traditional Fifth-Year Certification Programs For Teachers	Alternative Fifth-Year Certification Programs For Teachers	Alternative Fifth-Year Experience Route Certification Program In Elementary Education	Fifth-Year Certification Programs For Instructional Support Areas

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION (M.S.Ed.)

 

TRADITIONAL FIFTH-YEAR CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS FOR TEACHERS
 

PURPOSE

The purpose of the fifth-year certification program for teachers is to provide an opportunity for advanced study within their discipline for candidates who are seeking advanced certification in the same discipline/level in which they hold baccalaureate level professional educator certification.

 

ADVANCED CERTIFICATION AT THE MASTER’S LEVEL

The College of Education offers the Traditional Fifth-Year Master of Science in Education Program for candidates seeking advanced certification in the same discipline/level in which they hold baccalaureate level professional educator certification.

 

INITIAL CERTIFICATION AT THE MASTER’S LEVEL

For candidates seeking initial certification at the graduate level, or those who are seeking certification in an area or at levels other than those in which they hold baccalaureate level certification, the Alternative Fifth-Year (Alternative-A) Master of Science in Education Program is offered. See specific programs for any additional admissions and/or certification requirements. In addition to the programs for teachers, fifth-year certification programs are offered in the following instructional support areas: Educational Administration, School Counseling, and School Psychometry.

 

Admission Requirements for Traditional Fifth-Year Certification Programs

Unconditional admission to the Graduate School does not constitute unconditional admission to any professional education program. In addition to the admission requirements for the Graduate School, candidates seeking admission to a traditional fifth year certification program for teachers must hold professional baccalaureate-level certification in the teaching field in which the Class A certification is sought except in Collaborative Teacher K-6, Gifted Education, and Reading Specialist. Temporary, provisional, and other nonrenewable certifications are not acceptable. See specific program descriptions for any additional admission requirements.

 

Candidates are restricted to nine semester hours of graduate course work prior to admission to the Graduate Teacher Education Program (GTEP). Prior to GTEP admission, traditional masters candidates are restricted to enrollment in

• EDU 6629: The Master Teacher

• PSY 6631: Psychological Foundations of Education

• EDU 6653: Educational Evaluation (or approved evaluation course in the teaching field)

 

Troy University College of Education students must meet all specialized accreditation requirements to be classified as graduates of specialized accredited programs (NCATE, CACREP, and CORE). Up to 12 hours of course work completed at a site/university without the appropriate specialized accreditation may be considered for application toward program completion. See Transfer Credit section for additional information.
 

* In addition to the required core, a survey course in special education is required unless previously completed.

 

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (ECE)  

(Grades P-3)

36 Semester Hours

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION (M.S.Ed.)
ALTERNATIVE FIFTH-YEAR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM FOR TEACHERS

PURPOSE

The purpose of the Alternative Fifth-Year Program is to provide initial teacher certification programs for individuals

holding a baccalaureate level degree in a field other than education or those desiring initial certification in a new teaching field. Candidates shall have acquired knowledge and skill above the level required for the completion of the baccalaureate program in the same discipline, including subject matter knowledge, student development, diversity, instructional strategies, classroom management and learning environment, communication, planning, assessment, professionalism, and collaboration.  The College of Education adopted the model standards for beginning teacher licensure developed by the Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (INTASC) in 2000.  These standards are applied throughout the Alternative Fifth-Year Program.

 

Troy University College of Education students must meet all specialized accreditation requirements to be classified as graduates of specialized accredited programs (NCATE, CACREP, and CORE). Up to 12 hours of course work completed at a site/ university without the appropriate specialized accreditation may be considered for application toward program completion. See Transfer Credit section for additional information.

 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR ALTERNATIVE FIFTH-YEAR PROGRAM FOR TEACHERS (Initial Teacher Certification Program) Admission Requirements for the Alternative Fifth-Year Program:

 

In addition to the admission requirements for graduate school and the College of Education, applicants must meet the following:

1. Admission to Graduate School.

2. A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum graduating GPA of 2.75.

3. Completion of all undergraduate prerequisite courses. Transcripts must be evaluated by the College of Education and the discipline of study to determine prerequisites for admission.

4. Successful completion of EDU 3310: The Professional Educator.

5. Candidates must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program (TEP).

 

ADMISSION TO THE TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM (TEP)

Admission to graduate school does not qualify a student for admission to the Teacher Education Program. Written application to the Teacher Education Program is required. Additional requirements include:

1. A grade of “C” or better in the two English composition courses.

2. A grade of “C” or better in mathematics courses completed for the baccalaureate degree that is equivalent to the required general studies courses for the teacher education major. If equivalent courses were not completed at the baccalaureate level, these must be completed as prerequisites.

3. A minimum graduating grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 on the baccalaureate transcript.

4. An initial score on the Alabama Prospective Teacher Test. (Music students must also receive a passing score on the Basic Music Skills Test.)

5. Successful completion of a speech and interview.

6. Completion of a minimum of 12 clock hours of classroom observation/participation.

7. Successful completion of an impromptu essay.

 

Candidates may take only nine semester hours of graduate coursework prior to admission to TEP.

 

INTERNSHIP

All candidates completing the Alternative Fifth-Year initial certification program for teachers must complete a six-semester hour internship in the grade level(s) and academic subject(s) of the certification sought. Instructions regarding qualifications and applications for internship should be obtained from the Office of Teacher Education. Prerequisites include the following:

1. Admission to the Teacher Education Program

2. A grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 overall on all graduate work attempted

3. Recommendations from faculty

4. Completion of all coursework except for Internship Seminar, which is taken in conjunction with internship

5. Completion and verification of a minimum of 150 clock hours of clinical experiences

6. Current First Aid and CPR certifications

7. Successful completion of all three sections of the Alabama Prospective Teacher Test (APTT): Applied Mathematics, Reading for Information, and Writing

8. Successful completion of comprehensive exam in the teaching field(s)

9. Successful completion of the Praxis II examination in all areas of initial certification.

 

 

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

(Grades P-3)

45 Semester Hours

Location: Dothan

 

 

ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

(Grades K-6)

45 Semester Hours

Location: Dothan, Phenix City, Troy

 

Required Core Courses: 30

Teaching Field: 15

 

Select 15 semester hours of adviser-approved ELE courses. A candidate may not enroll in a 5000 level course if it duplicates the same course listed on an undergraduate transcript. At least eight semester hours of teaching field courses must be at the 6000 level.

 

 

SECONDARY EDUCATION (Grades 6-12)

45 Semester Hours

Location: Dothan, Troy

 

Alternative Fifth-Year certification programs are offered in the following secondary (grades 6-12) areas: Biology, History, English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Science and General Science.

 

Required Core Courses: 30

Teaching Field: 15

 

Select 15 semester hours of adviser-approved courses specific to the discipline. A candidate may not enroll in a 5000-level course if it duplicates the same course listed on an undergraduate transcript. At least eight semester hours of teaching field courses must be at the 6000 level. Candidates should consult their academic adviser regarding any specific course requirements in the teaching field. Comprehensive degree programs require coursework in multiple disciplines.

 

ELEMENTARY/SECONDARY

EDUCATION (Grades P-12)

45 Semester Hours

Location: Troy

 

Alternative Fifth-Year certification programs are offered in the following elementary/secondary (grades P-12) areas: Art, Instrumental Music Choral Music, and Physical Education.

 

Required Core Courses: 30

Teaching Field: 15

 

Select 15 semester hours of adviser-approved courses specific to the discipline. A candidate may not enroll in a 5000-level course if it duplicates the same course listed on an undergraduate transcript. At least eight semester hours of teaching field courses must be at the 6000 level. Candidates should consult their academic adviser regarding any specific course requirements in the teaching field.

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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION (M.S.Ed.)
ALTERNATIVE FIFTH-YEAR EXPERIENCE ROUTE CERTIFICATION PROGRAM IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR ALTERNATIVE FIFTH-YEAR EXPERIENCE ROUTE PROGRAM IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

In addition to the admission requirements for Graduate School, candidates for the Alternative Fifth-Year Experience Route degree in Elementary Education must

• hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university;

• have earned a minimum of 12 semester hours of credit in each of four disciplines: English language arts (including reading and writing), mathematics, science, and social studies as part of the general studies prerequisite courses;

• show evidence of having earned the required number of undergraduate hours in coursework appropriate to the subject to be taught;

• hold valid teacher certification; and

• meet one of the following specific admission criteria categories:

 

1. Students seeking admission to the Class A Program in K-6 Elementary Education who hold a valid elementary baccalaureate level certificate from any state will be admitted to the regular K-6 Elementary Master’s Degree Program at Troy University, Troy or Phenix City campuses, contingent upon all other admission requirements being met. Students completing this program will be eligible for Alabama Class A Certification in K-6 Elementary Education, based upon a recommendation by the Certification Officer.

2. Students seeking admission to the Class A Program in K-6 Elementary Education who hold a valid P-5 or 4-8 Georgia Teacher Certificate and who completed an internship in Grades K-6 within the seven years prior to program admission or who have had at least one year of teaching experience in Grades K-6 within the seven years prior to program admission, will be admitted to the regular K-6 Elementary Master’s Degree Program at Troy University, Troy and Phenix City campuses, contingent upon all other admission requirements being met. Students completing this program will be eligible for Alabama Class A Certification in K-6 Elementary Education, based upon a recommendation by the Certification Officer.

3. Students seeking admission to the Class A Program in K-6 Elementary Education who hold a valid P-5 or 4-8 Georgia Teacher Certificate and who did not complete either an internship in Grades K-6 within the seven years prior to program admission or who have not had at least one year of teaching experience in Grades K-6 within the seven years prior to program admission, will be admitted to the Alternative Fifth-Year Experience Route Program in K-6 Elementary Education at Troy University, Troy and Phenix City campuses, contingent upon all other admission requirements being met. All students admitted to the Alternative Fifth-Year Experience Route Program will be required to complete a three-hour internship. Students completing this program will be eligible for Alabama Class A Certification in K-6 Elementary Education, based upon a recommendation by the Certification Officer.

4. Students seeking admission to the Class A Program in K-6 Elementary Education who hold a valid P-3 (K-3), 6-12 (7-12) or P-12 (N-12) Alabama Teacher Certificate and who have had at least one year of teaching experience in Grades K-6 within the seven years prior to program admission, will be admitted to the Alternative Fifth-Year Experience Route Program in K-6 Elementary Education at Troy University, Troy and Phenix City campuses, contingent upon all other admission requirements being met. All students admitted to the Alternative Fifth-Year Experience Route Program will be required to complete a three-hour internship. Students completing this program will be eligible for Alabama Class A Certification in K-6 Elementary Education, based upon a recommendation by the Certification Officer.

5. Students seeking admission to the Class A Program in K-6 Elementary Education who hold a valid teacher certificate other than in Elementary Education from a state other than Alabama or Georgia and who have had at least one year of teaching experience in Grades K-6 within the seven years prior to program admission will be admitted to the Alternative Fifth-Year Experience Route Program in K-6 Elementary Education at Troy University, Troy and Phenix City campuses, contingent upon all other admission requirements being met. All students admitted to the Alternative Fifth-Year Experience Route Program will be required to complete a three-hour internship. Students completing this program will be eligible for Alabama Class A Certification in K-6 Elementary Education, based upon a recommendation by the Certification Officer.

6. Students seeking admission to the Class A Program in K-6 Elementary Education who hold a valid P-3 (K-3), 6-12 (7-12), or P-12 (N-12) Alabama Teacher Certificate who did not complete either an internship in Grades K-6 within seven years prior to program admission or who have not had at least one year of teaching experience in Grades K-6 within the seven years prior to program admission may be admitted to the Alternative Fifth-Year Program in K-6 Elementary Education at Troy University, Troy and Phenix City campuses, contingent upon all other admission requirements being met. All students admitted to the Alternative Fifth-Year Program will be required to complete a full-time semester-long internship. Students completing this program will be eligible for Alabama Class A Certification in K-6 Elementary Education, based upon a recommendation by the Certification Officer.

 

NOTES:

1. "Internship in Grades K-6" and "at least one year of teaching experience in Grades K-6" are to be interpreted as internship or experience in an early childhood or elementary classroom (Grades K-6) in which English language arts including reading, and mathematics, social studies, or science is taught.

2. The Alternative Fifth-Year Experience Route Program is a 36-hour program that includes a three-hour internship.

 

Alternative Fifth-Year Experience Route Program in Elementary Education

(Grades K-6)

36 Semester Hours

Location: Phenix City, Troy

 

 

Select 15 semester hours of adviser-approved ELE courses. A candidate may not enroll in a 5000-level course if it duplicates the same course listed on an undergraduate transcript. At least nine semester hours of teaching field courses must be at the 6000 level. Candidates should consult their academic adviser regarding any specific course requirements in the teaching field.

 

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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION (M.S.Ed.)
FIFTH-YEAR CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS FOR INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT AREAS

 

PURPOSE

The purpose of the fifth-year certification program for instructional support areas is to provide initial certification at the graduate level in the areas of Educational Administration, School Counseling, and School Psychometry. In addition to the admission requirements for the Graduate School, candidates for the fifth-year programs for instructional support personnel must have baccalaureate-level professional certification in a teaching field. Temporary, provisional, and other nonrenewable certifications are not acceptable. See the specific program for other admissions and degree completion requirements. Troy University College of Education students must meet

all specialized accreditation requirements to be classified as graduates of specialized accredited programs (NCATE, CACREP, and CORE). Up to 12 hours of course work completed at a site/ university without the appropriate specialized accreditation may be considered for application toward program completion. See Transfer Credit section for additional information.

 

EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION

(Grades P-12)

Location: Dothan, Phenix City

 

Additional Admission Requirements for Fifth-Year Certification Program in Educational Administration:

 

The candidate shall not complete more than two courses from the approved program checklist until all requirements for unconditional admission have been met.

 

Applicants must

1. Hold a baccalaureate-level professional educator certification in a teaching field or master’s-level professional educator’s certificate in a teaching field or instructional support area. Verification of a professional educator certificate must be provided upon application to the program.

2. Verify a minimum of three years of successful teaching experience.

3. Submit prior to the interview an admission portfolio containing the following:
    

• three letters of recommendation including one from the applicant’s principal or supervisor

• completed copy (all forms) of most recent performance appraisal to include professional development component if available

• evidence of leadership and management potential, including evidence of most recent accomplishments in the area of educational leadership and/or student achievement

• summary of candidate’s reasons for pursuing educational administration certification