Bachelor of Arts in Literature: Childhood and
Adolescent Education

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Literature – Childhood and Adolescent Education track prepares students for advanced degrees in education in order to become certified as a school teacher. Students who achieve this degree can go on to careers in education as teachers. The degree includes coursework that gives the student an excellent academic preparation for application to graduate programs in education.

Degree Overview

This degree is designed for students seeking careers in education which require advanced degrees in order to become a certified teacher. Students must first complete the University College core and general education requirements (or have them waived due to transfer credits and degrees) before moving on to coursework in the social sciences. The courses included in this degree program provide a broad preparation for application to advanced degree programs in education.


Who Should Apply?

This program is designed for students who are interested in teaching careers.  New York State requires a Master’s degree in Education from a certified school of education for permanent K-12 teacher certification.  This degree is an excellent academic preparation for application to graduate programs in education. 


Careers and Advanced Degrees:

Careers and Jobs
This degree can lead to employment as a school teacher.

Advanced Degrees
This degree can lead to Master of Arts in Childhood Education, Master of Arts in English Education.


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Contact
For additional information, please contact:

University College
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Hagedorn Hall, Room 201
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY 11530



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