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Welcome to the Program in the Education of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing
The Program in the Education of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing provides intensive study of the educational issues of individuals who are d/Deaf or hard of hearing from the perspectives of psychology, anthropology, linguistics, child development, and pedagogy with the aim of preparing teachers who will address the educational and literacy needs of these children and youth. We prepare candidates for work with individuals who possess a wide range of hearing levels in classroom settings using diverse communication systems.
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Our master's degrees have certification and non-certification options.
Our master's degrees provide an intensive study of the educational issues of individuals who are d/Deaf or hard of hearing from the perspectives of psychology, anthropology, linguistics, child development, pedagogy, and regular education with the aim of preparing teachers who will address the educational and literacy needs of these children and youth.
Master of Arts (2-tracks)
The Ph.D. program covers several areas of study including: advanced study in general special education, in research paradigms, in the education of the d/Deaf and hard of hearing, in linguistics, psycholinguistics, and developmental psycholinguistics and a professional specialization.
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Deaf Education - (84 credits)
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Feel the Beat
TC Deaf Ed grad Jari Majewsky (class of 2013) recently founded ‘Feel the Beat’, a nonprofit dance program and studio for children who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing and with Special Needs! See the full story here.
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DaeShawn graduated from the Deaf Ed/Elementary Education program in May 2013. Since then he has been working in the Bronx as a Hearing Education Related Service Provider within the New York City Department of Education.
I am Deaf and grew up with ASL and spoken English. I was also in a DHH education program from first to eighth grade. The DHH program at Teachers College has been and continues to be instrumental in preparing me for the ever-dynamic field of DHH education.
I followed my inner voice to find the Deaf Ed program at Teachers College that allows me to pursue my goal as an educator for the deaf and hard of hearing. The courses here have expanded my views and understanding of not only the scientific methods of teaching but also accessibility and Deaf culture awareness.
I graduated from TC in 1996, and currently work at the American Sign Language and English School in New York City where I teach deaf and hard of hearing children from diverse backgrounds.
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Admissions Information
Application Requirements
- Master of Arts
- Deaf and Hard of Hearing Initial Cert: Deaf/Hard of Hearing (Pre-K-12)
- Deaf and Hard of Hearing Non-Certification
- Master of Education
- Deaf and Hard of Hearing Dual Cert: Deaf/Hard of Hearing and Childhood Education [Program is not accepting applications for the 2024 cycle.]
- Deaf and Hard of Hearing Dual Cert: Deaf/Hard of Hearing and Adolescence Education (7-12) [Program is not accepting applications for the 2024 cycle.]
- Deaf and Hard of Hearing Dual Cert: Deaf/Hard of Hearing and Early Childhood Education [Program is not accepting applications for the 2024 cycle.]
- Deaf and Hard of Hearing Initial Cert: Deaf/Hard of Hearing (Pre-K-12) [Program is not accepting applications for the 2024 cycle.]
- Deaf and Hard of Hearing Dual Cert: Deaf/Hard of Hearing and Literacy (Pre-K-12) [Program is not accepting applications for the 2024 cycle.]
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Special Education: Deaf and Hard of Hearing (Deaf Education) [Program is not accepting applications for the 2024 cycle.]
Fund Your Degree
Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Master of Arts
- Major Code: DHEA-INIT
- Points/Credits: 40
- Entry Terms: Spring/Summer/Fall
Certification
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- NY State Initial: Deaf/Hard of Hearing Pre-K-12
Application Deadlines
- Spring: November 15
- Summer/Fall (Priority): January 15
- Summer/Fall (Final): Rolling
* For details about rolling deadlines, visit our admission deadlines page.
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
- Phone/Skype/In-person Interview
Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Master of Arts
- Major Code: DHEA
- Points/Credits: 32-36
- Entry Terms: Spring/Summer/Fall
Certification
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- Non-Certification Track
Application Deadlines
- Spring: November 15
- Summer/Fall (Priority): January 15
- Summer/Fall (Final): Rolling
* For details about rolling deadlines, visit our admission deadlines page.
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
- Phone/Skype/In-person Interview
Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Master of Education
- Major Code: DHCI-DUAL
- Points/Credits: 60
- Entry Terms: Spring/Summer/Fall
Certification
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- Dual Certification with Childhood Education: NYS Initial: Deaf/Hard Hearing Pre-K-12
- NY State Initial: Childhood 1-6
Application Deadlines
- Spring: November 15
- Summer/Fall (Priority): January 15
- Summer/Fall (Final): Rolling
* *Program is not accepting applications for the 2024 cycle*
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
- Phone/Video/In-person Interview
Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Master of Education
- Major Code: DHEA-DUAL
- Points/Credits: 60
- Entry Terms: Spring/Summer/Fall
Certification
View Public Disclosure Notification
- Dual Certification with Adolescence Education: NY State Initial: Deaf/Hard Hearing Pre-K-12
- NY State Initial: Choice of Biology
- Chemistry
- Earth Science
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Social Studies
- or English 7-12
Application Deadlines
- Spring: November 15
- Summer/Fall (Priority): January 15
- Summer/Fall (Final): Rolling
* *Program is not accepting applications for the 2024 cycle*
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
- Phone/Video/In-person Interview
Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Master of Education
- Major Code: DHEI-DUAL
- Points/Credits: 60
- Entry Terms: Spring/Summer/Fall
Certification
View Public Disclosure Notification
- Dual Certification with Early Childhood Education: NY State Initial: Deaf/Hard Hearing Pre-K-12
- NY State Initial: Early Childhood Birth-Grade 2
Application Deadlines
- Spring: November 15
- Summer/Fall (Priority): January 15
- Summer/Fall (Final): Rolling
* *Program is not accepting applications for the 2024 cycle*
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
- Phone/Video/In-person Interview
Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Master of Education
- Major Code: DHEA-INIT
- Points/Credits: 60
- Entry Terms: Spring/Summer/Fall
Certification
View Public Disclosure Notification
- NY State Initial: Deaf/Hard of Hearing Pre-K-12
Application Deadlines
- Spring: November 15
- Summer/Fall (Priority): January 15
- Summer/Fall (Final): Rolling
* *Program is not accepting applications for the 2024 cycle*
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
- Phone/Video/In-person Interview
Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Master of Education
- Major Code: DHRI-DUAL
- Points/Credits: 60
- Entry Terms: Spring/Summer/Fall
Certification
View Public Disclosure Notification
- Dual Certification with Reading Specialist: NY State Initial: Deaf/Hard Hearing Pre-K-12
- NY State Initial: Literacy Birth-6; NY State Initial: Literacy 5-12
Application Deadlines
- Spring: November 15
- Summer/Fall (Priority): January 15
- Summer/Fall (Final): Rolling
* *Program is not accepting applications for the 2024 cycle*
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
- Phone/Video/In-person Interview
- Must hold Initial Certification to obtain Literacy Certification
Special Education: Deaf and Hard of Hearing (Deaf Education)
Doctor of Philosophy
- Major Code: DHEN
- Points/Credits: 84
- Entry Terms: Fall Only
Application Deadlines
- Spring: N/A
- Summer/Fall (Priority): December 1
- Summer/Fall (Final): Rolling
* *Program is not accepting applications for the 2024 cycle*
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
- GRE General Test
- Academic Writing Sample
- Phone/Skype/In-person Interview