Share Your Passion for Reading and Writing with an English/Secondary Education Certificate

Do you have a passion to teach all grade level specialties like music or grade 7-12 subjects? Do you have a passion to share your knowledge with students at the primary level to the secondary level?

Marywood University can offer you the opportunity to fulfill this passion.

The M.A.T. program in Secondary/K-12 Education is designed for the candidate whose goals include initial certification in a secondary or K-12 subject and an M.A.T. degree.

Full transfer credit can be received for content courses in the specializations based upon comparable prior credits earned.

Nine credit hours of course work that give candidates an understanding of foundation of education, of human development and the psychology of the teaching/ learning process.
Ten credit hours that focus on general and specific teaching methodologies as well as the reading process.
Twelve credit hours focusing on developing candidates’ understanding of working with learners that have special needs.
Six credit hours in student teaching and seminar
Six credit hours in core courses, providing the candidate the opportunity to integrate theory and practice in both research and learning theory.

Certification Information:

Teacher certification requires completion of an approved program and qualifying scores on state tests.
On the undergraduate level, students must earn their bachelor's degree in their specialty area and in education.
On the graduate level, students can pursue the certification only or the certification and the MAT degree.

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Admission Requirements

Graduate Admissions Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
“B” average during undergraduate study or demonstrated potential for graduate work
Completed application
Submit an essay discussing your career objectives and why you want to pursue a career in education.
Official, sealed transcripts
Two or three letters of recommendation

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Facilities & Technology

The Education Program is located in the The McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies located on the corner of University and North Washington Avenues. This facility contains classrooms and related clinical/professional space.

Liberal Arts Center

102 Morgan Road
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The Liberal Arts Center contains classrooms utilized by several programs, as well as the Office of Admissions and a variety of other administrative offices. It is also home to the iconic Rotunda and the NativityMiguel School of Scranton.

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Liberal Arts Center Classrooms

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The Liberal Arts Center provides classroom space for coursework in the Social Sciences, English, Philosophy, and Religious Studies programs.

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Learning Commons

201 Morgan Road
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With the Learning Commons, the library takes on a new form—a 21st Century library that focuses on actively empowering the learner. It is a scholars’ gathering place, where students from all disciplines converge, collaborate, and expand their horizons ever further. Learning Commons Hours: Mon-Thurs: 8am-12am Fri: 8am-7pm Sat.: 9am-7pm Sun.: 11am-12am

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Learning Commons Computer Labs

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Computer labs and technology-rich spaces are available on every floor the Learning Commons.

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McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies

1201 University Avenue
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The McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies, located on the corner of University and North Washington Avenues, contains classrooms and related clinical/professional space for Communication Sciences and Disorders, Psychology and Counseling, Education, and Business students. Market Marywood is also located here.

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McGowan Center Classrooms

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The McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies, located on the corner of University and North Washington Avenues, contains classrooms and related clinical/professional space for Communication Sciences and Disorders, Psychology and Counseling, Education, and Business students.

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Scholarships & Tuition

An affordable education is possible at Marywood.

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Faculty

Galella, Suzanne K

Associate Professor
sgalella@marywood.edu
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Babcanec, Annette C

Coordinator of Assessment & Certification
acbabcanec@marywood.edu
570-961-4731

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Barone Pricci, Erica Lyn

Lecturer
elbaronepricci@marywood.edu

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Barova Ozcan, Pana

Lecturer
pbarovaozcan@marywood.edu

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Bellush, Elizabeth

Lecturer
ebellush@marywood.edu

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Blaum, Paul T

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Brennan, Patricia

Lecturer
pkbrennan@marywood.edu

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Brown, Dr. Tammy B

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Carrelle, Tanya

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Caruso, Christopher J

Lecturer
cjcaruso@marywood.edu

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Cerra, Debra

Lecturer
dcerra@marywood.edu

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Coleman, Emily A

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Cummings, Ellen F

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Curran, Carole F

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Devendorf, Gwyneth

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Devine, Marianne M

Lecturer
mmdevine@marywood.edu

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Donahue, Kathleen Kelleher

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Dructor, Sharri A

Lecturer
sadructor@marywood.edu

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Elias, Terry L

Lecturer
tlelias@marywood.edu

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Evans, Edie A

Lecturer
eaevans@marywood.edu

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Evans, Wayne D

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Fidiam, Regina M

Lecturer
rfidiam@marywood.edu

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Finan, Candis

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Fontanella, Evelyn

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Garvey, Regina K

Lecturer
rkgarvey@marywood.edu

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Genello, Mary

Lecturer
mgenello@marywood.edu

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Gershey, William J

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LaCoe, Dr. Clayton S

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Laboranti, Carol

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Long, Peggy

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Loughney, Frances A

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Lukus, Bernice P

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McKay, Jill A

Lecturer
jmckay@marywood.edu

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Mercereau, Jennifer M

Administrative Assistant
jmmercereau@marywood.edu
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Millen, Caroline

Lecturer
cmillen@marywood.edu

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Miller, Todd D

Lecturer
tdmiller@marywood.edu

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Mokay, Teri L

Lecturer
tlmokay@marywood.edu

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Monsky, Ann Lebowitz

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Moskel, Rosann M

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Murphy, Dr. Mark Patrick

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Murray, Elizabeth B

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Paciej-Woodruff, Dr. Amy

Associate Professor
apaciej@marywood.edu
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Pesavento, Dr. Sandra A

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Pitoniak, Sharon M

Lecturer
smpitoniak@marywood.edu

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Popson, Deborah J

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Purcell, Dr. James J

Lecturer
jjpurcell@marywood.edu

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Russell, Sr. Frances

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Salva, Donna L

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Samsell, Kristin

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Sarnoski, Brianna Lea

Lecturer
blsarnoski@marywood.edu

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Skaluba, Craig R

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Soskil, Michael A

Lecturer
masoskil@marywood.edu

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Starnes, Ronald Jay

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Stefani, Paul L

Lecturer
plstefani@marywood.edu

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Stevens, Dr. Rachael L

Assistant Professor of Practice
rstevens2@marywood.edu
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Sullivan, Dr. Colleen M

Lecturer
csullivan5@marywood.edu

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Talarico, Amie

Lecturer
atalarico@marywood.edu

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Trescavage, Jessica Allyn

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Vanluvender, Nicole

Lecturer
nvanluvender@marywood.edu

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Wilson, Christina

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Courses & Curriculum

80+ opportunities for you to find the right fit with 50+ undergraduate degrees and 30+ graduate and certificate courses.

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Current Student Resources

From #DayOne, Marywood is here for you each step of the way. For currently enrolled students visit the School of Education Student Resources Website for academic tips, forms, and more to guide you on your academic journey.

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