WAGNER COLLEGE · UNITED STATES
Minor in Educational Studies
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The Minor in Educational Studies at Wagner College is designed for students interested in education, regardless of whether they plan to pursue a career in teaching. This program offers a focused course of study that can prepare graduates for a variety of roles in areas such as youth development, social work, community engagement, counseling, and public administration. It can also serve as a strong foundation for further graduate studies.
Curriculum
The minor requires four core courses and specific courses for either a Childhood or Adolescent Education concentration. Students are advised to contact an advisor before selecting their concentration.
- Core Courses
- Writing Intense TutoringEN 280
- Teaching & Learning for the Inclusive SettingED 326
- Teaching & Learning for the Inclusive Setting LabED 326L
- Learning Environments for Students with ExceptionalitiesED 312
- Instructional Technology in a Networked WorldED 322
- Minor Concentration (2 Units)
- Childhood Education Concentration:
- Theories in Language Acquisition & Literacy DevelopmentED 425
- Language Acquisition and Literacy DevelopmentED 426
- Language Acquisition and Literacy Development LabED 426L
- Adolescent Education Concentration (to be taken in senior year):
- The Secondary Classroom in an Inclusive SettingED 559
- Content Area Reading & WritingED 562
Careers
Graduates with an Education Studies minor are well-prepared for a variety of professional paths.
- Youth Development
- Social Work
- Community Development
- Counseling
- Public Administration
Frequently asked questions
- What are the entry requirements for the Minor in Educational Studies?
- To enter the minor, students must first complete a "Foundations of Education" course, which is a prerequisite for all other minor courses. Early advisement is recommended, especially for those considering an accelerated master's program.
- How do I apply for the Minor in Educational Studies?
- To declare the minor, you should consult with an Education Department advisor to discuss your academic plan, select your concentration (Childhood or Adolescent), and plan your coursework. Afterwards, follow Wagner College's official procedures for declaring an academic minor.
- What career paths can I pursue with a Minor in Educational Studies?
- Graduates are prepared for various roles in youth development, social work, community development, counseling, and public administration. The minor also provides a strong foundation for further graduate studies.
- What is the curriculum structure for the Minor in Educational Studies?
- The minor requires four core courses and specific courses for either a Childhood or Adolescent Education concentration. Students should consult an advisor before selecting their concentration to ensure alignment with their academic and career goals.
Entry requirements
Foundations of EducationPrerequisite to all other courses.
Students interested in pursuing teaching as a career may be eligible for Wagner's accelerated master's program. Early advisement as an undergraduate minor is recommended to ensure electives meet State and professional accreditation requirements.
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How to apply
1. Consult with an AdvisorContact the Education Department advisor to discuss your interest in the minor, understand the course requirements, and select your concentration (Childhood or Adolescent).
2. Plan Your CourseworkWork with your advisor to create a course plan that incorporates the four core courses and the required concentration courses, ensuring prerequisites are met and electives align with your future goals.
3. Declare Your MinorFollow Wagner College's official procedures for declaring an academic minor.
Frequently asked questions
What are the entry requirements for the Minor in Educational Studies?
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To enter the minor, students must first complete a "Foundations of Education" course, which is a prerequisite for all other minor courses. Early advisement is recommended, especially for those considering an accelerated master's program.
How do I apply for the Minor in Educational Studies?
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To declare the minor, you should consult with an Education Department advisor to discuss your academic plan, select your concentration (Childhood or Adolescent), and plan your coursework. Afterwards, follow Wagner College's official procedures for declaring an academic minor.
What career paths can I pursue with a Minor in Educational Studies?
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Graduates are prepared for various roles in youth development, social work, community development, counseling, and public administration. The minor also provides a strong foundation for further graduate studies.
What is the curriculum structure for the Minor in Educational Studies?
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The minor requires four core courses and specific courses for either a Childhood or Adolescent Education concentration. Students should consult an advisor before selecting their concentration to ensure alignment with their academic and career goals.