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Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing

CEAS Certification: NJ Teaching Pathways at Seton Hall

Seton Hall University offers multiple pathways to earn a Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) for candidates seeking teacher certification in New Jersey:

M.A.E., Elementary Teaching (36 credit degree program with scholarships and financial aid available)
CEAS – Elementary Teaching (33 credits, non-matriculated certificate)
CEAS – Secondary Teaching (24 credits, non-matriculated certificate)

All programs are approximately one year in length and combine campus and online coursework with a culminating Clinical Practice. Candidates receive individual advisement throughout their studies and, upon completion, will be qualified for nomination to the New Jersey Department of Education for a CEAS instructional certification for either Elementary (K-6) or Secondary.

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About the Programs

M.A.E., Elementary Teaching (36 credits)

  • Matriculated degree program with opportunity for scholarships and financial aid
  • Focus: Preparing to teach Elementary School (K–6) students
  • Core courses in child development, curriculum planning and supporting diverse learners
  • Methods training in math, literacy, science, and social studies
  • Includes clinical practice experience with placement assistance via our Office of Fieldwork and Certification
  • Leads to nomination for New Jersey Elementary School K-6 certification (1001)

CEAS, Elementary Teaching (33 credits)

  • Enrollment as non-matriculated student
  • Focus: Preparing to teach Elementary School (K–6) students
  • Core courses in child development, curriculum planning, and supporting diverse learners
  • Methods training in math, literacy, science, and social studies
  • Includes clinical practice experience with placement assistance via our Office of Fieldwork and Certification
  • Leads to nomination for New Jersey Elementary School K-6 certification (1001)

CEAS, Secondary Teaching (24 credits)

  • Enrollment as non-matriculated student
  • Requires 15-30 bachelor’s-level credits in a specialized field
  • Focus: Preparing to teach Secondary School students
  • Core courses in adolescent development, curriculum planning, and supporting diverse learners
  • Training in assessment and advanced teaching strategies
  • Includes clinical practice experience with placement assistance via our Office of Fieldwork and Certification
  • Leads to nomination for New Jersey Secondary teacher certification in select content areas including choice of English, Mathematics, Biological Science, Chemistry, Physics, Social Studies, Art, Theater, French, Italian, or Spanish