EDUCATION

Gwynedd-Mercy College prepares teachers to meet the educational challenges of the 21st Century. The undergraduate and graduate divisions of the school offer a variety of programs to meet the pre-service and in-service needs of education professionals. The teaching and learning processes and practices are changing rapidly due to research about how the brain responds to stimuli and how teachers can facilitate optimal learning experiences.

A Message from Dr. Mangano, The Dean of the School of Education

To inquire about Education Degree programs please click here

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

There are two undergraduate program options in the School of Education. GMC also offers a teacher certification option for those who already retain a bachelor's degree and want to earn an Instructional I Certificate from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

• PreK-4/PreK-8 Special Education
• 4-8(Elementary/Middle) / PreK-8 Special Education

Students who wish to teach in a secondary school setting may earn a baccalaureate degree combined with Secondary Teaching Certification in:

• Business Ed. K-12

Methods courses in these areas along with secondary methodology courses provide the basis for Pre-student Teaching and Student Teaching at the secondary level.

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

For those pursuing a Master's Degree in Education, GMC offers six unique degree options designed to fit your goals as an educator. These graduate programs allow for flexibility for the working student.

• Master of Science in Education without Certification
• Master of Science in Education PreK-4 Certification
• Master of Science in Secondary Education Certification. Content areas include:
• Biology
• English
• Mathematics
• Social Studies
• Master of Science in Education with Certification in Business, Computers, Information and Technology
• Master of Science in Special Education
• Post Masters Special Education Certification Program
• Master of Science in School Counseling
• Elementary School Counseling Certification
• Secondary School Counseling Certification
• Dual Certification
• Post-Masters Counseling Program (school counseling certification only portion)
• Thesis Guidelines (.pdf)

The following Off Campus Fast Track Programs are held at the Center for Lifelong Learning East Norriton Campus at 480 E. Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA.

• Master of Science in Educational Administration with Certification Options in:
• Principal Certification (K-12)
• Supervisory Certification in Curriculum and Instruction
• Master of Science in Reading with Reading Specialist Certification
• Master of Science in Reading without Certification
• Reading Specialist Certification
• Thesis Guidelines (.pdf)

The Pennsylvania State Standards of Education (PDE) Institutional Certification Changes(.pdf)

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION UPCOMING EVENTS

APRIL 14, 2012 - THE AUTISM INSTITUTE WORKSHOP(.pdf)

Gwynedd-Mercy College's Autism Institute was founded by Dr. Deborah Schadler, assistant professor and coordinator of undergraduate special education. She uses her more than 35 years of experience working with special needs children to develop the most scientifically-researched experiences available in the area.

Learn about the Autism Institute's mission, goals and workshops (click on box below to find out more).

Gwynedd-Mercy College is collaborating with Teachscape, to provide industry-leading solutions, technology and services for the future educators from Gwynedd-Mercy College. Teachscape has partnered with respected institutions including the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to streamline its approach with the necessary tools for producing dynamic schools and teachers.

Learn more about the remarkable teaching aid that generates effective teaching (click on box below to find out more.pdf)