Beginning Fall 2009, Robert Morris University will be offering Early Childhood Education (PK-4), Middle Level Education (4-8), and Special Education (PK-8). These programs are replacing the current Elementary Education certification (K-6).
Early Childhood Education: PreK - Grade 4
The Early Childhood Education program prepares Robert Morris students for rewarding teaching positions, serving the PreK- 4 population (from birth - age 9), in schools, childcare settings, and child focused agencies across the country. Graduates are certified to teach in preschool, kindergarten, and primary classrooms, grades 1-4 in Pennsylvania. The professional core courses, competencies and experiences for the PreK- 4 teacher preparation program develop teachers who are prepared to serve/value our most precious commodity, our children, and their families. Throughout the program RMU’s teacher candidates will develop personal and professional competencies by participating in both theoretical and practical/applied experiences in local, national, and international settings. All teacher candidates complete a set of core experiences in professional education including participation in guided fieldwork.
Elementary Education/Middle Level - Grades 4-8
The Elementary Education - Middle Level program prepares Robert Morris students for rewarding teaching positions, serving the adolescent student population in grades 4 through 8 in schools and child focused agencies across the country. Graduates are certified in Grades 4 through 8 in Pennsylvania. The professional core courses, competencies and experiences for the Middle Level teacher preparation program develop teachers who are prepared to serve/value our nation's diverse adolescent population, and their families. Candidates will graduate with a concentration in two academic content areas. Middle Level candidates may choose from among the following concentrations:
Dual Certification in Special Education with Early Childhood or Middle Level
Special Education Certification, PreK-8, can be paired with either Early Childhood or Middle Level Certification by taking 15 additional special education credits. Required Special Education courses include:
- SPED3050 - Teaching Students with High-Incidence Disabilities
- SPED3060 - Teaching Students with Low-Incidence Disabilities
- SPED3070 - Language Communication and Assistive Technologies
- SPED4000 - Special Education: Assessment, Evaluations and IEP's
- SPED4100 - Special Education: Collaboration and the Law
The Special Education program at RMU will prepare candidates with the knowledge base, skills, and competencies necessary to meet the needs of students with disabilities in multiple settings.
Tuition
Tuition information can be found at Tuition & Fee Schedules.
Admission Criteria
The following are required for admission:
- Robert Morris University application for admission - Apply Online OR download the application form
- Official transcripts from high school and any post-secondary institutions attended