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Preparing Entry-Level Foreign Language Teachers

At the Warner School, we do not just prepare teachers to survive in today’s schools; our graduates are reflective practitioners who are committed to social justice, equity, and school reform.

Whether you are looking for the Basic Program to complete requirements, a Dual Certification in inclusive education, or if you are seeking an M.A.T. to strengthen your background in foreign language while obtaining your basic NYS certification, we have a program that will help you gain more than just credentials.

Choose an age group to learn about master's degree options for entry-level foreign language teachers.

Middle Childhood (grades 5-9)
Adolescence (grades 7-12)
Middle Childhood + Adolescence (grades 5-12)


Middle Childhood (MC), grades 5-9
Basic Program (A)
M.S. degree leading to NYS Initial + Professional Certification in Middle Childhood as specialist in the chosen language.
Length: 39 credits, 15 months (full time)
Program of Study & Course Sequence A

Inclusive Education/Dual Certification (B)
M.S. degree leading to NYS Initial + Professional Certification in Middle Childhood AND NYS Initial + Professional Certification for Teaching Students with Disabilities in Middle Childhood as a specialist in the chosen language.
Length: 51 credits 2 years (1 part time, 1 full time)
Program of Study & Course Sequence B


Adolescence (AD), grades 7-12
Basic Program (C)
M.S. program leading to NYS Initial + Professional Certification in Adolescence as a specialist in chosen language.
Length: 39 credits, 15 months (full time)
Program of Study & Course Sequence C

M.A.T. Option (D)
M.A.T. Degree leading to NYS Initial + Professional Certification in Adolescence as a specialist in chosen language.
Length: 51 credits, 2 years (full time)
Program of Study & Course Sequence D

Inclusive Education/Dual Certification (E)
M.S. degree leading to NYS Initial + Professional Certification in Adolescence AND NYS Initial + Professional Certification for Teaching Students with Disabilities in Adolescence as specialist in chosen language.
Length: 51 credits, 2 years (1 part time, 1 full time)
Program of Study & Course Sequence E


Middle Childhood + Adolescence (MC + AD), grades 5-12
Basic Program (F)
M.S. degree leading to NYS Initial + Professional Certification in Middle Childhood AND NYS Initial and Professional Certification in Adolescence as a specialist in chosen language.
Length: 42 credits, 15 months
Program of Study & Course Sequence F

Inclusive Education/Dual Certification (G)
M.S. degree leading to NYS Initial + Professional Certification in Middle Childhood AND NYS Initial + Professional Certification in Adolescence as a specialist in English PLUS NYS Initial + Professional Certification for Teaching Students with Disabilities in Middle Childhood and Adolescence as specialist in chosen language.
Length: 54 credits, 2 years (1 part time, 1 full time)
Program of Study & Course Sequence G

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