MPS Degree Program
Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.)
Manhattanville offers Master of Professional Studies degree programs of graduate study in Teaching of English as a Second Language, Special Education, Literacy as well as a variety of programs leading to dual certification. The M.P.S. and the Professional Diploma in School Building Leadership prepare candidates for certification in School Building Leadership, depending on prior experience. M.P.S. programs range from 36 to 47 credits, depending on the program and the areas in which certification is sought. Upon completion of the program, the candidate is eligible for initial, professional, or permanent certification. This classification is determined by credentials presented at the time of matriculation into the selected program. All M.P.S. programs except for that in Literacy require at least one semester of supervised fieldwork.
For students with prior New York State certification, the School of Education also offers the Master of Professional Studies (MPS) Programs in:
- Special Education B-2, B-6, 1-6, 5-12
- Special Education and Literacy B-6, 5-12
- Literacy with specialization in Reading & Writing B-6, 5-12
Completion of the program in Special Education leads not only to a Masters degree, but also to certification in that area. Completion of the dual program in Special Education and Literacy leads to the masters degree as well as certification in both areas. The MPS in Literacy with a Specialization in Reading and Writing leads to certification in Literacy and provides internships and training in the teaching of writing.
For students without prior New York State certification, the School of Education offers the Master of Professional Studies (MPS) Programs in:
- Childhood (Grades 1-6) and Special Education (Grades 1-6)
- Middle Childhood/Adolescence 5-12 and Special Education 5-12
- Teaching of English as a Second Language (TESOL All grades)
Completion of the MPS programs in Childhood and Special Education, or Middle Childhood/Adolescence and Special Education leads to the Masters degree as well as certification in both areas.
Completion of the TESOL Program leads to New York State certification in TESOL for all grades.