Teacher Education

Teacher Education Programs

Molloy University’s Teacher Education programs prepare future educators to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students. Across undergraduate, graduate, and dual degree pathways, students engage in a rigorous, practice-based curriculum that integrates educational theory with hands-on experience. Guided by dedicated faculty and supported through fieldwork in a variety of school settings, candidates develop expertise in instructional design, classroom management, culturally responsive teaching, and student-centered learning.

Our undergraduate, combined-degree, graduate, and postgraduate education programs align with New York State teaching certification requirements and lead to NYS certification while preparing educators to meet the evolving needs of learners from early childhood through adolescence across a wide range of subject areas and specializations.

Molloy Education students are required to complete 3 workshops and be fingerprinted to meet New York State certification requirements to teach. The following mandatory workshops are offered by the Division of Continuing Education and Professional Studies:

School Violence Prevention and Intervention Workshop
Training in the Identification and Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect (this workshop meets the new updated NYS 2025 requirements as of September 1, 2025, to complete the updated Child Abuse Identification and Reporting training by November 17, 2026.) Click here for the syllabus.
Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Workshop

New York State certification requirements typically include one or more assessments from the New York State Teacher Certification Examinations (NYSTCE) program

. The test requirements for each certificate title can be found through the Search Certification Requirements webpage.

Programs

Undergraduate
Through our undergraduate programs, students earn a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree leading to New York State Initial Teaching Certification. Program options span multiple disciplines and certification areas, including:
- Childhood Education (Grades 1–6) / Early Childhood Education (Birth–Grade 2)
- Childhood Education (Grades 1–6) / Special Education (PreK–12)
- Adolescent Education (Grades 7–12), with optional Special Education (PreK–12), in content areas such as Biology, Earth Science, English, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Spanish
- Music Education (PreK–12)
- Visual Arts Education (PreK–12)
Dual Degree
Our dual degree programs offer an accelerated pathway to earn both a bachelor’s and master’s degree, preparing candidates for expanded certification and career opportunities. These programs allow students to deepen their expertise while saving time and advancing their professional goals. Specializations include:
- Childhood Education (Grades 1–6) with Educational Technology, Special Education, or TESOL (PreK–12)
- Adolescent Education (Grades 7–12) with Educational Technology, Special Education, or TESOL (PreK–12)
Graduate
Molloy’s graduate programs lead to a Master of Science degree and eligibility for New York State Initial or Professional Teaching Certification. Offered in a flexible blended format, these programs support both career changers and practicing educators seeking advanced credentials.

Graduate specializations include:
- Childhood Education (Grades 1–6), with options in Early Childhood, Special Education, TESOL, Literacy, and Educational Technology
- Adolescent Education (Grades 7–12), with options in Special Education, TESOL, and Literacy
- Standalone advanced certificates and master’s programs in Special Education, TESOL, Literacy, Educational Technology, Computer Science, and Business & Marketing Education (PreK–12)