Thinking About a Career Change?

If you are looking for an interesting and exciting career, you should consider teaching. At the present time, there is a shortage of Family and Consumer Sciences teachers in New York State as well as across the nation. In New York State, initial certification requires 30 credits in Family and Consumer Sciences (Home Economics) and 15 education credits, in addition to student teaching.  At Queens College there is a Post-Baccalaureate Program for students who wish to become a certified teacher, but lack undergraduate preparation in Family and Consumer Sciences and/or Education.

MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAM IN
 NUTRITION AND EXERCISE SCIENCES

The Master of Science Program in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences offers students the opportunity for advanced study in three areas of specialization including nutrition, exercise science, or nutrition and exercise sciences. Requirements for matriculation, general requirements for the degree, and descriptions of individual areas of specialization with required courses are listed below:

Requirements for Matriculation
These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for admission.

Nutrition
1. An undergraduate degree in nutrition or dietetics (ADA verification equivalent program) with a min. GPA of 3.0.
2. Approval of the graduate nutrition adviser.
3. An interview may be required.

Exercise Science
1. An undergraduate degree in physical education, exercise science, or an equivalent area with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
2. Students without an undergraduate degree in one of the above areas must satisfy the following:
      a)  An undergraduate degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
      b) Make up deficiencies as specified by the department.
3. Approval of the graduate exercise science adviser.
4. An interview may be required.

Nutrition and Exercise Sciences
1. An undergraduate degree in nutrition and exercise sciences or an equivalent area with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
2. Students without an undergraduate degree in one of the above areas must satisfy the following:
      a)  An undergraduate degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
      b) A course in anatomy and physiology (BIO 43* or the equivalent).
      c) Two courses in nutrition (FNES 263* and 264* or the equivalent).
      d) A course in exercise physiology (FNES 342* or the equivalent).
3. Approval of the graduate nutrition and exercise sciences adviser.
4. An interview may be required.

*Note:  These courses have specific prerequisites that must be satisfied. BIO43 (prereq.: BIO 11); FNES 263 (prereq.: CHEM 19 and 159); FNES 264 (prereq.: FNES 263); and FNES 342 (prereq.: BIO43 and CHEM 19).

General Requirements for the Master of Science Degree in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences
 (These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for the Master of Science Degree)

1. Students must complete 36 graduate credits with a minimum average of B (GPA of 3.0)
2. Students must complete a research project that culminates in a written research report (FNES 797), or pass a comprehensive examination in the     major field of study (Note: Students must select one of these options in FNES 796).
3. All elective courses must be approved by the appropriate graduate adviser.

Areas of Specialization with Required Courses

Nutrition
The M.S. degree program with specialization in nutrition offers a sequence of courses that enhance the clinical background of dietitians and nutritionists who work with clients in hospitals, nursing homes, outpatient clinics, community programs, schools, wellness programs, and governmental and privately funded programs. The program offers opportunities for in-depth study through didactic learning, hands-on clinical and field experience, and the development and completion of individual research projects. Students are prepared for careers in nutrition in a wide variety of corporate, hospital, media, and community centers, as well as in other clinical and public health agencies. In addition, the program will prepare students for more advanced study in nutrition.

Required courses in the nutrition specialization include FNES 636, 702, 711, 722, 762, 767, 768, 770, 796, 797 and three elective courses (9 credits) or pass a comprehensive examination plus four elective courses (12 credits) from FNES 707, 711, 723, 773, 774 or other courses as approved by the graduate nutrition adviser. (Note: A choice of the comprehensive exam will require one additional elective course). Students interested in this program should consult with Susan Braverman, the graduate nutrition adviser.

Exercise Science
The M.S. degree program with specialization in exercise science offers a sequence of courses that prepare students for careers in adult fitness and wellness, corporate and executive fitness, general health promotion, and cardiac rehabilitation. Students are exposed to cardiovascular fitness programs in commercial and clinical settings where their primary responsibility is initiating, directing, and evaluating programs that promote enhanced health and fitness.

Course work is blended with clinical experience, and students are mentored in the development and completion of individual research projects. The human performance laboratory provides for measurement of muscular strength and endurance, body composition analysis, and metabolic, cardiovascular, and respiratory function during exercise. Clinical research experiences that focus on the health implication of regular exercise as well as in-depth supervised field experiences are provided through a wide variety of corporate and clinical internships. In addition, the program prepares students for more advanced study in exercise science.

Required courses in the exercise science specialization include FNES 702, 705, 719, 720, 721, 722, 723, 724, 725, 726, 796 and 797 plus one elective course (3 credits), or pass a comprehensive examination plus two elective courses (6 credits). Students interested in this program should consult with the graduate exercise science adviser, Dr. Michael Toner.

Nutrition and Exercise Sciences
The M.S. degree program with specialization in nutrition and exercise sciences provides for advanced study in the combined disciplines of nutrition and exercise science. The program offers opportunity for in-depth study through didactic learning, hands-on field experience, and the development and completion of individual research projects. The program will develop highly competent professionals in the field of nutrition and exercise sciences who will be prepared to provide the general public with legitimate, prudent, and effective ways to improve health, wellness, and fitness in the global marketplace.

Students are prepared to direct and administer programs in nutrition, cardiovascular fitness and wellness in a wide variety of corporate, hospital, community, sports medicine, physical and cardiac rehabilitation centers, and other clinical and preventive health agencies. In addition, the program will prepare students to enter doctoral programs in nutrition and exercise sciences, and conduct research that will contribute to the body of knowledge in this new and growing discipline.

Required courses in the nutrition and exercise sciences specialization include FNES 702 , 707 or 720 (based on student background and approval of the graduate adviser) 721, 722, 724, 725, 726, 762, 767, 768, 796, and 797 or pass a comprehensive examination plus one elective course (3 credits) from 707, 708, 719, 720, 723, 770 or other courses as approved by the graduate nutrition and exercise sciences adviser. (Note: A choice of the comprehensive exam will require one elective course). Students interested in this specialization should consult with the graduate nutrition and exercise sciences advisor, Dr. Michael Toner.
 

POST BACCALAUREATE PROGRAM FOR THE INITIAL CERTIFICATION IN
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES
TEACHER EDUCATION K–12

The Post Baccalaureate Program consists of 18 credits in education and one semester of student teaching (6 cr.). Each education course requires 20-25 hours of field experience, where students visit secondary schools and observe different classrooms. Every effort should be made to visit schools with FCS programs. A list of these schools can be obtained from the Program Coordinator, Dr. Andrea Mosenson. All courses must be completed with a B or better and are only available to matriculated students in the program.

(F) Offered Fall semester only.
(S) Offered Spring semester only.
*These courses may be counted toward the Master's degree program in FCS Education.

Starting program Fall Semester: 1st Fall Semester SEYS 536 SEYS 552 1st Spring Semester Intro. to FCS Ed. course (new) SEYS 700 1st Summer Semester Optional 2nd Fall Semester FNES 563 FNES 637 2nd Spring Semester FNES 574: Student Teaching* *It is highly recommended not to take any other courses along with student teaching.	Starting program Spring Semester: 1st Spring Semester Intro. to FCS Ed. course (new) SEYS 552 (and SEYS 536) 1st Summer Semester SEYS 536 (and SEYS 700) Note: SEYS 552 is not offered during summer. 2nd Fall Semester SEYS 700 FNES 563 FNES 637 2nd Spring Semester FNES 574: Student Teaching* *It is highly recommended not to take any other courses along with student teaching.

Please get the current NYS TEACHER CERTIFICATION CHECK LIST on all requirements to obtain the Initial Certificate in FCS from the Program Coordinator: Dr. Andrea Mosenson.

PREREQUISITE COURSES IN FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES

A total of 30 credits is required in the Family & Consumer Science (FCS) content area for the initial certification. In order to meet the 30 credits, the following courses are needed: the eight required courses as decribed below under Required FCS Courses (totaling 24 credits) and any two optional courses (totaling 6 credits) as decribed below under Optional FCS Courses. These courses must be completed with a C or better.

Required FCS Courses

Optional FCS Courses

MS EDUCATION IN FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES TEACHER EDUCATION K-12
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

Admission Requirements:
1. An average of B (GPA of 3.0) or better in the undergraduate major.
2. Initial Certification in Family & consumer Sciences Teacher Education K-12.

Maintenance Requirements:
1. Students must maintain a B (GPA 3.0) or better average in the program.
2. The graduate advisor, Dr. Andrea Mosenson must approve the course sequence.

Graduation Requirements:
1. Students must complete a minimum of 30 graduate credits, as listed below, with an academic average of B (GPA of 3.0) or better.
2. Students must pass a comprehensive exam based on courses taken in the program.

*Please consult FCS Education Coordinator and/or recent catalogue for the prerequisites to all courses.

PROGRAMS OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION
TEACHER EDUCATION (PRE-K–12)

INFORMATIONAL LETTER: This printable document is for those individuals interested in applying to graduate programs in physical education (revised 11/03). This letter includes program information, deadlines, an application checklist, requirements, etc. (This 249K.pdf file requires Adobe Acrobat Reader to view. If you do not already have Adobe Acrobat Reader, you can download it for free: start by clicking here.)

Post-Baccalaureate Initial Certificate
This sequence of courses prepares students for the New York State Initial Certificate to teach Physical Education Pre-K–12. It is designed for individuals who have completed an undergraduate major other than in teacher preparation in physical education, who want to teach physical education. This program does not fulfill the requirements of the  Master of Science in Education degree in physical education.

Requirements for Admission and Maintenance
Admission to the program begins with submission of an application for matriculation. In addition to the application, a student must submit a letter of intent, which includes the student’s background in sport and physical education, experiences working in sport, recreation, or physical education settings with children and young adults, any teaching experience, a philosophical statement on the role of physical education in society, and future plans upon completion of the program. The applications are reviewed by an Admissions Committee, which considers, among other factors, the letter of intent, the graduate application with particular attention to performance in undergraduate work and in writing courses, and letters of reference.

The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree with a general education core in the liberal arts and sciences. Applicants who majored in physical education but do not hold an initial certificate, or applicants who come from disciplines other than physical education, will be required to satisfy deficiencies by taking courses which constitute as a minimum the following: FNES 11, 12 (3 courses), 13, 14 (2 courses), 30, 143, 253, 266, 342, and SEYS 350 or their equivalents. (See the Undergraduate Bulletin for descriptions of these courses.)

Applicants are also required to have at least 6 semester hours, or its equivalent, of a language other than English. They must meet, as well, the general admissions requirements for graduate study at Queens College, including a cumulative and departmental average of at least a B (3.0 GPA). Students must maintain a B average to remain in the program.

Requirements for Initial Certificate
To complete the Initial Certificate the student must satisfy the following requirements:
1) Completion of the following courses, or their equivalents: FNES 562, 573, 722, 730, and 740, SEYS 536, 552, and 700, or EECE 525 and 711.
2) Students may enter FNES 573, Student Teaching in Physical Education, following the completion of FNES 562, 730, and 740, SEYS 536, 552, and 700, or EECE 525 and 711.
3) Students are required to complete training in safety education, and prevention of child and substance abuse, and school violence prevention. In addition, students must hold a current certification in First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).

Requirements for Graduation
To complete the M.S. in Education degree in Physical Education, the student must satisfy the following requirements:

1. FNES 702, 705, 713, 714, 715, 722, 725, 730, 740, and one 700-level elective from either EECE or SEYS. The elective course must be approved in advance by the graduate adviser.
2. Students must complete a minimum of 30 graduate credits with an academic average of at least B (3.0 GPA).

Requirements for Professional Certificate
A sequence of courses on the theoretical study of curriculum and teaching integrated with the substantive study of human movement and its professional application to educational and clinical practice.

Requirements for Admission and Maintenance
These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for admission:

1. A baccalaureate degree with a provisional or initial certificate in Physical Education K–12.
2. An undergraduate average of B (3.0 GPA) or better in the undergraduate major. Students with grade-point averages less than 3.0 may be admitted to the program, but are placed on academic probation. Students on academic probation must maintain a B average during the first 12 graduate credits.
3. Applicants who hold provisional certification and complete the Master of Science in Education degree will have met all the education requirements for permanent certification. Students who do not hold provisional certification will not be eligible for permanent certification. Students who hold an initial certificate and complete the M.S.Ed. degree program, will have met the degree requirement for the professional certificate. See the graduate adviser regarding the additional requirements for the professional certificate.
4. An interview may be required.
5. Applicants, whose backgrounds are deemed deficient or not current, may be required to make up deficiencies as specified by the department.
6. Applicants must maintain a grade-point average of at least B (3.0). Students admitted to the program who have been placed on academic probation must maintain a B or better grade-point average for the first twelve graduate credits to remain in the program.

Requirements for Graduation
1. Students must complete a minimum of 30 credits with an academic average of B (3.0) or better.
2. Required courses include FNES 702, 705, 713, 714, 715, 722, 725, 730, 740; one
1  elective course from SEYS or EECE 700-level offerings; and must be approved in advance by the graduate adviser.
3. Students must pass a comprehensive examination in the major field of study.