Social Studies for Teachers

What you'll learn

Attention New York State Teachers! This Social Studies for Teachers microcredentials part of a collection of microcredentials designed to support in-service New York State certified teachers who are seeking supplementary and/or additional teaching certification. The focus of these microcredentials is not on the methods of teaching, but on core content in the subject area. The courses in this microcredential cover a significant portion of the New York State learning standards and teaching competencies in this subject area, supporting your ultimate application to NYSED. Note that NYSED does not pre-approve any coursework for supplementary or additional teacher certifications. Teachers must submit their transcripts, and proof of additional certification requirements such as Content Specialty Test (CST) results, to NYSED directly to apply for these certifications. Prospective students are encouraged to reach out to the NYSED Office of Teaching Initiatives or their Regional Certification Office (LINK: https://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/certificate/regionalcenters.html) for more information on certification pathways and the application process.

A hybrid microcredential from Monroe Community College (9 credits). Registration is completed with Monroe Community College. Eligible for financial aid.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

Upcoming sections

What you can earn

Pathway to Credit

This Monroe Community College course can count toward credit at the SUNY campuses below. Each campus decides how the credit applies; confirm with its admissions or registrar office.

Skills covered

Career outlook

Related occupations: Teaching Assistant, Substitute Teacher, Paraprofessional

Schools across New York are hiring teaching assistants and paraprofessionals.