Curriculum

Initial Licensure

The M.A.T. with initial licensure is a 36-credit program (38-credit program for Moderate Disabilities/Special Education) that a full-time student can complete in one year. Flexi-time students can complete requirements at their own pace, although they will eventually need to complete the program's capstone: a full-time, semester-long teaching practicum during the spring semester. Coursework for the M.A.T. is delivered in 3 sessions: summer, fall, and spring. Students are expected to maintain a B grade in all courses.

Mount Holyoke College offers licensure at the following levels:

• Early Childhood: Grades PreK - 2
  • Download the Early Childhood/Elementary Curriculum Map
• Elementary School: Grades 1 – 6
  • Download the Early Childhood/Elementary Curriculum Map
• Middle School: Grades 5 – 8
  • Download the Middle/Secondary School Curriculum Map
• Secondary School: Grades 8 – 12
  • Download the Middle/Secondary School Curriculum Map
• English Language Learners: PreK-6 or 5-12
• Special Education/Moderate Disabilities: PreK-8 or 5-12
  • Download the Special Education/Moderate Disabilities Curriculum Map

Flexible Options

Flexi-Time Students

While the M.A.T. is designed to be a continuous, one year program, flexi-time students can complete requirements at their own pace. Students will work with an advisor to design a manageable plan to complete program requirements in a way that fits into a busy lifestyle.