The Masters Degree Program in Childhood Education and TESOL is a unique, robust, specially designed 48 credit program intended for graduates from ''non-education'' programs who want to change their career path and fulfill their desire to become multiculturalist professional NY State state certified TESOL teachers of English learners (PreK-12), or general classroom teachers in grades (K-6) with expertise and certification in TESOL. The combined Career Change Masters program includes dynamic, creative courses reflecting the latest exemplary research, theory and practice in the field. You will take courses taught by award winning, experienced and convivial faculty with international stature, and prestige. Valuable field experiences, mentored student teaching and a practicum at the best multilingual, multicultural New York City and region schools will connect your pedagogical knowledge to 21st Century realities in technology and teaching methods so that you will be READY FOR DAY ONE in your new career.