Academic Program for P-3 MAR

What Classes Do I Need To Take?

Montclair State University offers the following courses approved by the State Of New Jersey to meet the needs of the P-3 Modified Alternate Route certification:

• ECEL 506 Introduction to Early Childhood Theory and Practice: Classroom - 1.5 Credits
     o   (24 HR. Pre-service Class for P-3)
• ECEL 507 Application of Early Childhood Theory and Practice: Classroom - 1.5 Credits
• ECSE 508 Partnerships Families Children with Disabilities: Classroom - 3credits
• ECEL 516 Social Studies and the Arts: Understanding Democracy in Elementary:
  Classroom-3 credits
• ECEL 517 Integrating Science & Technology in Early Childhood & Elementary:
  Classrooms - 3 credits

*Students must take ECEL 528, and 510 after taking ECEL 506, 507, 516, 517 and ECSE 508.
• ECEL 528 Early Childhood Curriculum in Inclusive Settings - 3 credits
• ECEL 510 Clinical Experience - 2 credits
• ECEL 502 Seminar I - 1 credit

The program allows you to register for up to 3 courses per semester.