Programs
Undergraduate Educator Preparation programs at KSC focus on an understanding of the teaching profession, the diversity of learners, and effective teaching practices, with supervised pre-professional experiences. These programs lead to a recommendation for endorsement for NH certification to the New Hampshire Department of Education.
Keene State College also offers post-baccalaureate, master’s and post-master’s programs allowing you to become a teacher, advanced special educator, or principal. These programs lead to certification or advanced degrees in Education.
Accreditation
Keene State prepares competent, reflective educators. Each educator preparation program’s curriculum is designed to meet both national and state standards and is grounded in the KSC Teacher Education Conceptual Framework.
As of July 1, 2013, Keene State is nationally accredited through the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and has continuously maintained this status since 1954.
Full Accreditation DetailsField Experience and Clinical Practice
Keene State College educator preparation programs require students to complete thoughtfully designed and incrementally challenging experiences. Fieldwork begins with observation and analysis in early field experiences and moves to complete responsibility for the professional role in clinical practice.
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Professional Development
New and experienced educators can enhance their knowledge and skills through various professional development opportunities at Keene State College. Graduate-level courses, professional workshops, conferences, and distance learning or weekend courses are available through the Graduate Studies Office, Continuing Education, and Southwest Center for Educational Support at Keene State College.
Professional Development for EducatorsOffice and Unit Resources
New and experienced educators can enhance their knowledge and skills through various professional development opportunities at Keene State College. Graduate-level courses, professional workshops, conferences, and distance learning or weekend courses are available through the Graduate Studies Office, Continuing Education, and Southwest Center for Educational Support at Keene State College.
Office and Provider InformationFor Current Students
Current students enrolled in one of the Educator Preparation programs at Keene State College can obtain information on advising, program-specific information and Educator Preparation requirements leading to certification.
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