We foster competent, caring, and compassionate educators to serving a diverse population.
The School of Education at Felician University, in accordance with the Franciscan tradition, fosters competent, caring, and compassionate educators to serve a diverse population by promoting a collaborative spirit, encouraging self-reflection, and emphasizing life-long learning. The School of Education strives to prepare teachers who:
• Know and understand the New Jersey Professional Teaching Standards and New Jersey State Common Core Standards;
• Value and are committed to the tenets of these standards; and
• Actively engage in applying the intent of the standards within their learning communities.
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Felician University offers nationally accredited and state approved undergraduate dual licensure programs leading to Initial Teacher Certification and an endorsement in Teacher of Students with Disabilities: Early Childhood Education & Special Education (PreK-3/TOSD), Elementary Education & Special Education (K-6 & TOSD), Elementary Education & Special Education (K-6 & TOSD)/Subject Matter Specialization (5-8), and Secondary Education & Special Education (K-12 & TOSD). Our clinically rich School of Education programs are designed to develop personal, intellectual, and professional qualities that are essential for excellent, caring, highly competent teachers. Throughout their experience at Felician, our students are immersed in a culture that exemplifies our Franciscan values of Respect for Human Dignity, Solidarity with the Poor, Justice and Peace, Compassion, and Transformation. In addition to being excellent teachers, our graduates reflect our Franciscan values and our mission in their personal and professional lives and they are prepared to teach and inspire all children with all learning styles.
