Our mission is to to prepare highly effective leaders, educators, teachers, school counselors, and clinicians who support, encourage, and create learning environments that meet the learning needs of all students, who strive to include students with disabilities with all necessary supports, who value diversity, who are reflective, and who are knowledgeable about best practices..

The School of Education offers a variety of programs that are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), first in 2001 and more recently in 2007. Such accreditation is a formal recognition of the high quality and standards of preparation future teachers receive here at Sage.

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School of Education Degree Programs
This provides the program of study, showing the specific requirements of each program, as well as a link that will allow you to email the program advisor. Program advisors will be happy to talk with you about the requirements, what background is required for teachers in New York State, when courses are offered, employment prospects, and other relevant topics.

School of Education Conceptual Framework
The Conceptual framework is a statement of the philosophy that drives all of the offerings of the School of Education. There is also a reference list and a bibliography of fundamental sources that guide our practice.

Resources
To see further information about employment prospects and trends, certification guidelines, New York State Teacher Certification Tests and accreditation

Contact the School of Education

Admissions Information: 1-888-VERY SAGE
Education Dean's Office: (518) 244-2326
Education Main Office : (518) 244-2347
Education Fax: 518-244-2334