Program Plan

The 12-credit program is designed around 4 required courses. Each course involves 10 to 15 hours of observation and fieldwork. The program requires a total 50 hours of fieldwork and observation. Faculty will help facilitate fieldwork experiences that might include work in classrooms, community organizations, and informal settings. Access to a computer and the internet is required.

Required Courses (12 credits):

• EDS 725:: Nature and Needs of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Gifted and Talented K-12 Students in Inclusive and Gifted Classes – 3 credits
• EDS 726:: Assessment of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Gifted and Talented K-12 Students in Inclusive and Gifted Classes – 3 credits
• EDS 727: Best Practices for Teaching Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Gifted and Talented K-12 Students in Inclusive and Gifted Classes – 3 credits
• EDS 728: Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Gifted and Talented K-12 Students in the Home, School and Community – 3 credits

Admissions Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of 3.0 GPA in undergraduate and/or graduate studies
• Proof of New York State teacher certification
• No GRE requirement

Program Outcomes

• The online certificate in Gifted and Talented Education provides students with the opportunity to increase their earning potential.
• Graduates enhance their teaching skills and their abilities to differentiate for students with high potentials within their classroom environments.
• Graduates understand the psychology, characteristics, and abilities of gifted students in an inclusive setting.
• Graduates understand the unique characteristics of students who are gifted and talented in the urban setting and have the skills to meet all their students’ needs.
• Graduates can collaborate with school staff and with parents and families to enhance opportunities for students who are gifted and talented.

Contact Information

For more information, contact:

Dr. Sheila Blachman
Program Coordinator
Phone: 347-577-4081
Email: sheila.blachman@lehman.cuny.edu

Application Deadline

• The program begins each year in early July
• Applications are due by May 15th

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CUNY Lehman College has determined this academic program curricula, if successfully completed, is sufficient to meet the licensure and certification requirements for an initial teaching certification license in the following states:

New York State:  New York State Education Department Teacher Certification

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