MCC Inclusive Childhood Education Advising Guide for Transfer Students
Undergraduate B.S. Inclusive Childhood Education Program
Course Requirements
| Monroe Community College Course | Fisher Equivalent Course |
|---|---|
| EDU 200 - Foundations of Education | EDUC 112 - Historical and Philosophical Foundations of Education |
| EDU 230 - Introduction to Special Education | EDUC 102 - Schools, Ability, and Learning |
The Inclusive Childhood Education program is a dual certification program comprised of the Inclusive Childhood Education major and a content area concentration/major. The program results in certification in Childhood Education (grades 1-6) and Students with Disabilities Generalist (all grades). Students have the option of adding certification in Early Childhood (birth-grade 2) and an option to add Middle School Extension in the Content Area (grades 7-9).
New York State requires that students take courses in the following areas:
- English: Choose ENG 215
- Math: Choose MTH 155 and 156
- Natural Science: Choose two (2) from any of the following - Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, or Physics
- Social Studies: Choose two (2) from any of the following - History, American Studies, Economics, Geography, Political Science, or Sociology
Students seeking Inclusive Childhood Education Certification (Grades 1-6) must major in Inclusive Childhood Education AND one of the majors or concentrations:
- American Studies
- Computer Science
- English
- History
- Mathematics
- Science (Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, or Physics)
- Sociology/Anthropology
- Spanish.
Students seeking Inclusive Childhood Education Certification (Grades 1-6) with Middle School Extension in the Content Area (Grades 7-9) must major in Inclusive Childhood Education with a second major or concentration in their teaching discipline:
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social Studies (American Studies or History)
- Spanish.
The second major or concentration may require candidates to complete more than the minimum 120 credits required for degree completion. Students are highly recommended to contact the Office of Transfer Admissions to discuss options and advising in more detail. See major/concentration options below.
Major/Concentration Options
- American Studies: Choose courses from the following: HIS 111, 112; ENG 203 or 204 or 210; ECO 111 or 112; POS 102 or 210.
- Biology: BIO 155, 156.
- Chemistry: CHE 151, 152.
- Computer Science: CSC 101, 103; MTH 201 or 220.
- English: Choose three courses from ENG 201, 202, 203, 204, 210, 215.
- History: HIS 111, 112, 113, 114.
- Mathematics: MTH 155, 156, 210, 211.
- Physics: PHY 145, 146; MTH 210, and MTH 211.
- Sociology/Anthropology: SOC 101 and other SOC courses.
- Spanish: SPA 101 - 104
Additional Notes
A grade of C or higher required in all courses used toward the education major. Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher required for continuation at Fisher.
Students must submit a formal transfer application the semester before intended enrollment.
Last Updated: June 2026