Master of Arts in Teaching with Initial Teacher Certification
Earn Connecticut Educator Certification
The Master of Arts in Teaching program leads to certification in Elementary Education (grades 1-6), Secondary Education (grades 7-12; Biology, Chemistry, English, General Science, Mathematics, Social Studies/History & World Languages) & Music Education (grades PK-12).
Through the program, you will gain the most up-to-date teaching methods from instructors with real-world, public-school experience. You will apply your knowledge in elementary and secondary school environments through class based practicum or the optional school based experience.
The Master of Arts in Teaching with Initial Teacher Certification is offered at both the Fairfield campus and the Griswold location.
Internship & Residency Opportunities
You may opt to take advantage of our tuition-paid school-based experiences. The Teacher Internship places you at a local school district, providing instructional assistance full-time. The Teacher Residency is a full-time, immersive classroom apprenticeship alongside a mentor teacher, followed by the opportunity to work as a teacher in that school system following licensure.
Request Information
For more information, fill out the form below or contact Whitney Kolwicz at 203-365-4716 or kolwiczw@sacredheart.edu.