Variety of online and traditional offerings available in the fall
The College at Brockport, State University of New York, is adding five new programs to its expanding portfolio of graduate education offerings.
New this spring:
•Aging Studies, (Graduate Certificate)
Offers a foundation of inter-professional education for students seeking a specialization in aging and for those currently working with older adults who want to enhance their knowledge and experience with academic credentials. This 15 credit graduate certificate is offered in a hybrid format that features both online and face-to-face courses. As society ages, there is significant demand for this skill set in all service-providing industries, including health care, fitness/wellness and housing.
Launching this fall:
•Business Administration, (MBA)
Develop the skills necessary to become a dynamic business manager. Our 36 credit, part-time program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)—the gold standard in business education. It’s flexible and convenient, as it’s offered online with two one-day residencies per semester. These residencies are scheduled well in advance and are designed to enrich the learning experience and create networking opportunities.
•Community Health Education, (MSEd)
This 100 percent online, 42 credit program specializes in preparing community health educators—including those seeking careers and advancement in hospitals and health systems, social service organizations and government agencies. Graduates will be well equipped to sit for the National Health Education Specialist exam; leading to the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) designation.
•Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, (TESOL), (MSEd, Advanced Certificate)
This program equips teachers with the tools to help English learners meet challenging content standards. Those already holding initial or professional-level New York state teacher certification (B-2, 1-6, or 7-12) who are seeking to become certified in ESOL for the first time are eligible for this program, which combines rigorous academic study with structured field experiences. Candidates can earn a master’s degree (30 credits) or an advanced certificate (18 credits). The program is offered online or face-to-face.
•Family Nurse Practitioner, (MS, Advanced Certificate)
This program will prepare practicing nurses for advanced practice roles as family nurse practitioners, building on the fundamental principles of nursing to ensure the provision of high quality care. This 42 credit, two-year, full-time master’s program combines online coursework with face-to-face sessions (three Friday and Saturdays each semester) to train students as primary care providers within their community. An advanced certificate option is available for nurse practitioners who wish to be eligible for licensure as a family nurse practitioner. A personalized gap analysis will be completed after admittance to determine appropriate coursework.
•Public Administration, Poverty Studies emphasis, (MPA)
Students can engage in a program that gives leaders and managers the problem-solving skills that are required in today’s workforce. This 39 credit program is accredited by the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA). Applying theory and practice, the program focuses on preparing students for work in state and municipal management, health care management, public safety, nonprofit management, and agencies addressing poverty alleviation. The program provides consulting and service projects that impact the greater Rochester community.
