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Graduate Programs for Educators

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Flexible, fully online graduate programs, NYS certification pathways, and discounted tuition built for working New York educators.

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Professional Administrator Certification (PAC) — NYS Principal & School District Leader Certification

Formerly SBL/SDL

Advanced Certifications

  • TESOL
  • Computer Science Education
  • SWD – Students with Disabilities

Master's

  • Initial Certification: Childhood or Dual w/Ed Tech
  • TESOL (Initial or Professional)
  • SWD (Initial or Professional)
  • Ed Tech Professional

Educational Leadership Ed.D.

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99%

Students Receive Financial Aid

85%

Student Retention Rate

14+

Graduate Education Programs

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NYS Certification

Earn Your NYS Professional Administrator Certification (Formerly SBL/SDL)

In response to the recent school leadership licensure changes at the New York State level, Molloy University's Professional Administrator Certificate (PAC) is a 21-credit Post-Master's Advanced Certificate Program that develops school building leaders and school district leaders in the areas of curriculum, assessment, administration, and supervision. The program focuses on providing a strong foundation to apply knowledge, concepts, and theory into practice. The program is fully aligned with New York State Education Department requirements and is designed around the schedules of working school leaders.

  • Tuition is $515/credit hour — among the most competitive in the state
  • Flexible, fully online format with asynchronous and synchronous learning
  • Mentorship from experienced school administrators
  • Faculty are practicing or recently retired NYS school and district leaders
  • Strong NYS-based alumni network in district leadership
Initial Certification

MS in Childhood Education (1-6)/Educational Technology (PreK-12) Dual Initial Certification

For candidates who are not previously certified and wish to earn a master's degree as well as initial certification in Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) and Educational Technology (Grades PreK-12). Empower the next generation of learners by bridging the gap between foundational pedagogy and digital innovation. You will be equipped to design and maintain learning environments that are developmentally appropriate, productive, and inclusive.

  • Prepare to lead elementary classrooms (Grades 1-6) while gaining specialized expertise as an Educational Technology Specialist (PreK-12)
  • Courses are all online, asynchronous
  • Small class sizes ensure you receive personalized attention
  • Learn from faculty members who are experts in their fields
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Dual Initial Certification
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Featured Program
High-Need Field

TESOL Certification (PreK-12)

Earn your certification in a high-need field! The following TESOL-focused programs are available: MS TESOL PK-12 Initial Certification, MS TESOL PK-12 Professional Certification, and Advanced Certificate in TESOL PK-12.

  • Designed for working professionals with flexible scheduling
  • Learn from faculty who are highly-skilled classroom practitioners, internationally known researchers, and best-selling authors
  • Small class sizes for personalized attention
  • Complete courses in an online, asynchronous format
Explore Our Programs

Graduate Programs for Educators

From master's degrees to advanced certificates, find the program that fits your career goals.

Advanced Certificates

  • Professional Administrator Cert (Formerly SBL/SDL)
  • TESOL
  • Teaching Students with Disabilities
  • Computer Science Education

Master's

  • Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
  • Childhood Ed / Ed Technology Dual Cert
  • Teaching Students with Disabilities
  • Educational Technology PK-12
  • TESOL PK-12 (Initial & Professional)

Doctorate & Leadership

  • Ed.D Educational Leadership
  • Professional Administrator Cert (Formerly SBL/SDL)

Why Educators Choose Molloy

A supportive community dedicated to helping you grow as an educator and leader.

Educator studying online with Molloy University

NEW Regional Scholarship for 2026!

Master's and Certification programs for as low as $595/credit hour. Please contact us to discuss your eligibility.

Flexible Scheduling

Fully online format with asynchronous and synchronous learning designed for working professionals. Keep working while you learn.

Small Class Sizes

Personalized attention from faculty who are experienced educators and school leaders themselves.

NYS Certification Aligned

Programs designed to meet New York State certification requirements for educators and administrators.

Dedicated Professors

Faculty members are highly skilled classroom practitioners, internationally known researchers, and best-selling authors.

99% Financial Aid

Nearly all students receive financial aid. Competitive tuition for a top-ranked private university.

“Molloy's graduate education program gave me the confidence and credentials to move into administration. The professors understood what it's like to work full-time while pursuing your degree.”

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School of Education and Human Services

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