Department of Education and Academic Foundations
Conklin Hall (973/353-5245 or 5434)
Teacher certification is offered at NCAS.
The Department of Education and Academic Foundations is committed to preparing students to teach in elementary and secondary schools, with an emphasis on urban education. Student teaching takes place primarily in urban schools. Thirty credits are required to complete the program. All students must major in a liberal arts subject.
Secondary students major in the discipline they plan to teach. Psychology and sociology majors are acceptable for elementary students, but the department recommends majors in history, the arts, the sciences, or English. Certification is offered in art, music, biological sciences, earth science (through a geology major), physical sciences (chemistry or physics), English, French, Spanish, mathematics, and social studies (through history, political science, or other social studies majors). A K-8 certificate also is available for elementary school teaching. Education courses fulfill the 15-credit college-restricted elective requirement. All students interested in the education programs should inquire in Conklin Hall, Room 145.