Mar 29, 2024  
2009-2010 UMass Dartmouth Graduate Catalog 
    
2009-2010 UMass Dartmouth Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

MAT and Initial License Program—Middle/Secondary


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Requirements for the Initial License and MAT Program — Middle/Secondary


Admisson to the program requires possession of an appropriate bachelor’s degree, passing  the MTEL Communication and Literacy Skills and the content/subject test.  No grade less than a B- will be accepted in courses required for the MAT degree.

Program Course Prerequisite


MAT Required courses


Other Program Requirements


All students seeking an Initial teaching license must pass the MTELs in order to student teach.  Additionally, students must apply to the Graduate Office before their Practicum/Practicum Equivalent (student teaching).  All MTEL scores must be submitted along with their application.  Please plan ahead in order to complete the tests and have test scores processed before the interview deadline with the Director of Teacher licensure.

Interview with Director of Teacher Licensure for Practicum/Practicum Equivalent.  Deadlines:  March 1st for the Fall semester and October 1st for the Spring semester.

Total Credits: 30


Notes


There may be revisions to the program requirements to reflect on-going developments in State regulations and educational reform.

This program is aligned with the appropriate Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.

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