Applied Technology Education

The master's program in Applied Technology Education prepares people holding an undergraduate degree in technology-related fields - including automotive, electronics, telecommunication and information systems, and construction - to become teachers of technology education. The program prepares participants to obtain initial certification to teach technology in grades K-12.

New graduate students in this program are usually seeking a career change. Currently, the program has a high placement rate for graduates, as demand for teachers with this certification exceeds the supply of available candidates.

Technology education is an organized program of courses that examine how people develop solutions to present and future societal problems using different forms of technology. Technology education teachers must be prepared to teach children with a broad range of skills and interests.

Core course work includes adolescent development, learning processes, teaching diverse populations, literacy improvement, teaching methods, curriculum development, assessment, laboratory management and safety issues, and classroom management. The program also includes a mentored student teaching experience.

Successful graduates of the Applied Technology Education program demonstrate:

1. professionalism in exercising their role as an applied technology teacher;
2. ability to plan, deliver, and evaluate appropriate, accurate, and
   knowledgeable instruction in applied technology education;
3. organization and positive classroom management techniques; and
4. ability to teach diverse pupils effectively.

Admission Requirements
For admission to the program, applicants must have a bachelor's degree and at least 30 hours of technical background in technology and engineering-related courses. Technical courses can include course work in engineering, design, communication and information technology, construction technology, electricity/electronics, and automotive technology.

Admission is also contingent upon admission to graduate study at The College of Saint Rose. A transcript evaluation is part of that process. The applicant may be required to take additional course work in either the liberal arts or technology either before or concurrent with graduate study if the transcript evaluator identifies any prerequisite courses required for certification by the NY State Education Department. Graduate advisors can assist new students with identifying relevant course work to address prerequisites, as students cannot be recommended by the College for certification until all deficiencies are satisfied.

Requirements for Degree
The Applied Technology Education program is designed for students who do not hold initial certification. It requires a minimum of 37 credits of study and includes a full-semester student teaching experience.

Requirements for Certification Only
The Certification-Only program in Applied Technology Education (31 credits) is designed for students who already possess a master's degree.

Deadlines:
While Saint Rose Graduate School applications may be obtained from Graduate and Continuing Education Admissions, we encourage applicants to use our convenient
online application.

June 1:
Preferred Deadline for Fall Admission

October 15:
Preferred Deadline for Spring Admission

March 15:
Preferred Deadline for Summer Admission

There is no guarantee that applications received after deadlines can be reviewed in a timely enough manner to ensure matriculation and registration for the upcoming term.

Financial Aid Opportunities
Graduate Assistantships: Application deadline August 19

Academic and Multicultural Scholarships: Application deadline May 1

Second Chance Scholarship: Application deadline June 1 (fall) and Nov. 1 (spring)

Federal and State Financial Aid Programs: Application deadline March 1

Deferred Payment Plan

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