Education

Do you enjoy working with children? Want to make a difference in the lives of America's youth? Then choose from one of the many education majors, minors and concentrations that Curry has to offer.

The Curry College Education Department is actively seeking highly motivated and academically-minded students who are prepared to engage fully in this rigorous, fulfilling career aspiration. There is a consistent need for highly trained teachers in public and private schools from Pre-School through Grade 8 and in Special Education.

As an education major, you can take advantage of frequent and varied field experiences and thorough and consistent advising to guide you towards your career goals. You will also acquire the experience necessary to work with children and families in a variety of educational institutions and agencies.

Education Careers

With a degree in education, you'll be well prepared for an exciting variety of career opportunities. Curry graduates have gone on to do meaningful work at educational institutions such as:

• Dartmouth Hitchcock Memorial Hospital Children's Center (Preschool Coordinator)
• Boston, Quincy and Attleboro Public Schools (Various Positions)
• New Hampshire Department of Early Support & Services (Developmental Educator/Early Intervention)
• Westwood Children's Center (Program Director)
• For Kids Only After School Programs (Site Coordinator / Program Director)

...and many more.

Curry Early Childhood Center

Curry's graduates are highly sought after in the growing fields of infant/toddler education and care and by the providers of out-of-school-time programming. The Curry Early Childhood Center (CECC) is an on-campus facility that not only provides high-quality child care services for faculty, staff, students and community families but also serves as a terrific resource which provides real world practica sites for education majors. The Center offers students an opportunity for authentic and integrative learning experiences, working side by side with Curry teaching and administrative staff caring for infants, toddlers and pre-school children.

Applying to an Education Major

Once accepted to the College, first year and transfer students must apply for acceptance into an education major. Students typically apply in the second semester of their second year of study (see below).

For acceptance into the early childhood, elementary or special education licensure majors, students must formally apply to the major and meet the following requirements:

• A cumulative GPA of 2.50
• A grade of C or better in all required education courses
• A passing score on the reading and writing subtests of the Massachusetts Test for Educator Licensure (MTEL) Communication and Literacy Skills Test (CLST). (Extensive support is available to assist students to prepare for this test.)

For acceptance into the child, youth and community education major, students must meet these requirements:

• A completed application, including evidence of all required materials
• A cumulative GPA of 2.50.
• A grade of C or better in all required Education courses

The education majors are subject to revision based on any new Massachusetts Department of Education mandates.

Child Youth & Community Education as a MAJOR

The child, youth, and community education major prepares students for careers working for organizations that provide educational programs for children, youth, and the community. Students receive a strong foundation in education-related coursework supplemented by a variety of field placement experiences to further refine and define their field of study.

Child, youth, and community education majors must fulfill the requirements of an education concentration.

Early Childhood Education (Licensure) as a MAJOR

The early childhood education major leads to an initial license in Massachusetts as an early childhood teacher of students with and without disabilities (PreK-2).

Elementary Education (Licensure) as a MAJOR

The elementary education major leads to an initial license in Massachusetts as an elementary teacher (levels 1-6).

Special Education (Licensure) as a MAJOR

The special education major leads to initial license in Massachusetts as a teacher of students with moderate disabilities (Pre-K-8).

Education as a MINOR

The education minor offers opportunities to students majoring in other areas to combine the study of education with a major in any discipline. This multidisciplinary approach prepares you for a wide range of careers in community based organizations, educational settings, hospitals or industries.

Education CONCENTRATIONS

Curry's education program offers concentrations that give you an opportunity to study a specific profession in depth.

Create your own program of study through the individually initiated concentration, or select from concentrations in:

• Early Care and Education (meets the standards of the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care)
• School-Age Care and Education (meets the standards of the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care)
• Community Education

Get Started Today!

Visit campus and explore Curry's education program in person. You also may request information to learn more about the major, minor or concentration of your choice. When you're ready to apply to Curry, we'll help you get started.