Our computer science (CS) education programs offer multiple paths to New York State teacher certification in computer science for preservice and in-service teachers, in the context of innovative research on K–12 computer science teaching and learning. Join our community of educators committed to providing high-quality computer science learning.
The features of our program include:
For in-service New York State teachers holding a teaching certificate in another discipline, this additional certificate track provides qualification to teach CS in New York State public schools.
In-service teachers outside of New York may apply to this track but you should consult your state education department to verify alignment with certification requirements.
This program track builds on your expertise, experience, identity and commitment to grow into a new subject area. There are no content knowledge prerequisites but the program will require you to complete college-level CS coursework and draw on existing knowledge in your current discipline.
Prerequisite | New York State initial or professional teacher certification in another discipline |
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Academic credential granted | Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) |
Certification option | Successful completion of program leads to an institutional recommendation for NYS initial certification in computer science education |
Grade levels | All grades |
Credits required for completion | 15 |
Time to completion | Varies by student advisement |
Course delivery | Online, asynchronous |
Career opportunities | Computer science teacher |
Application deadline | Priority Deadlines Spring: Nov. 1, then rolling until Dec. 1 Fall: Feb. 1, then rolling until July 15 |
The certificate of advanced study for in-service teachers consists of five courses and a total of 15 credit hours. Courses may be taken in any order and at any pace, except for the culminating capstone course.
Each course below is 3 credit hours:
Beginning with the spring 2022 semester, the GRE/MAT is no longer required for application to this program. If you still plan to take the GRE/MAT exam, you can send your scores through the testing agency, and they will automatically be added to your application; however, they are not required for admission consideration to this program.
You must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution.
Submit your completed online application, which includes:
Former/Maiden Name: Please provide us with your former/maiden name if you have one. When requesting transcripts, please ask the sending institution to indicate your current name and former/maiden name.
Admissions Decision: The admissions decision will be communicated to you as soon as review is complete. The decision is based on a number of factors and is the result of a thorough and deliberate process. All decisions are final and cannot be appealed.
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) requires that all students applying for certification as of December 31, 2013 have 6 hours of coursework or training on the social patterns of harassment, bullying and discrimination. As mandated by NYSED six clock hours of training in harassment, bullying, and discrimination prevention and intervention. This workshop is available through the University at Buffalo as well as other NYSED-approved providers. If you have already completed a workshop through a NYSED-approved provider, you must submit proof of completion when you apply.
The New York State Education Department requires three semester hours of study in the area of students with disabilities for those who are entering the teacher education programs. If you have not yet fulfilled this requirement, you may take our students with disabilities course (LAI 574).
In order to qualify for the in-state residency tuition rate, you must provide residency documentation indicating you have lived in New York State (NYS) 12 months before your semester start date.
If accepted, you will need to upload three documents to qualify for the in-state tuition rate. See Required Documents for Residency Application for more information.
All financial forms and supporting documentation with required signatures must be uploaded with your application and dated within one year of your intended enrollment date.
New York State prides itself in the high quality of its licensed and certified professionals. For the protection of its citizens, each license and certificate has requirements that individuals must meet in order to be licensed or certified in New York State. SUNY’s academic programs leading to licensure or certification are carefully designed to meet and exceed these State requirements. This is a role SUNY plays in protecting the public. Other states frequently have their own requirements, so if your goal is to practice in another state, this disclosure will help you check to see what that state requires.
Enrolled students and prospective students are strongly encouraged to contact their State’s licensure entity using the links provided in the full disclosure document to review all licensure and certification requirements imposed by their state(s) of choice.
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