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Certification Programs
College of Education
Professional Studies Building, Rm. 303
201-200-2101
201-200-3141 (Fax)
Dr. Ivan W. Banks, Dean (Interim)
ibanks@njcu.edu
The College of Education provides leadership in meeting the educational needs of its students. It is committed to building a learning community and to providing a high quality of instruction to those seeking careers within an urban, multicultural and educational environment. The College of Education is dedicated to graduating knowledgeable, capable, and reflective practitioners.
New Jersey City University has a proud history of preparing a high quality of educators for the state of New Jersey, the country, and many foreign countries. It pledges to continue that fine tradition while expanding its scope as a leading public university with an urban mission. All programs in the College of Education emphasize developing and applying critical thinking and analytical skills for problem solving in urban school settings, increasing awareness of New Jerseyís educational system and its role in the larger society, and broadening understanding of teaching as a profession.
The College of Education at NJCU is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Certification Programs
The University offers undergraduate programs that lead to eligibility for certification by the New Jersey Department of Education in the following areas:
Elementary Education
Early Childhood Education (Preschool-3rd grade)
Driver Education
Health Education
School Nurse
Content Area Certification:
Art
Biology
Earth Science (Geoscience Major)
English
Geoscience
Math
Music
Physical Science (Chemistry or Physics Major)
Social Studies (Sociology, Political Science, Economics or History Major)
Spanish
Teacher of the Handicapped
Under current New Jersey State Department of Education policy, students who have successfully completed all of the requirements of a certification program and apply for certification are granted a Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing. This Certificate will permit the certification candidate to seek provisional employment in positions requiring an instructional certificate. After the successful completion of one year of teaching (the Induction Year), the candidate will be eligible for a Standard Teaching Certificate. This Certificate is issued by the State Board of Examiners (N.J.A.C. 6:11).
Students who have completed an Arts and Sciences major may complete certification course work for the purpose of becoming eligible for an elementary or early childhood Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing. A similar option may be available for eligibility for a secondary education Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing. These would have to be investigated carefully and in detail with the Elementary and Secondary Department.
Admission to Education Programs is selective and influenced by state regulations. Students must check with the College of Education or the specific department for admission requirements in place at the time of application.
Center for Teacher Preparation & Partnerships
Professional Studies Building, Rm. 203A
Jo-Anne Mecca, Director
201-200-3015
Certification Administrator
201-200-2079
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NJCU’s Criminal Justice program is one of the
most popular in the region. And our nursing program is also highly respected
by students and employers.
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The president of NJCU, along with two professors, was
chosen to serve on three Governor’s education committees.
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