The Early Childhood or Childhood Urban/Special Education MAT program is designed to accommodate the working professional and all courses are offered in the evening and through modules during the summer months. MAT candidates may choose to pursue the degree on a full time or part time basis. To provide additional flexibility, the program offers 9 credits of non-fieldwork classes online. Candidates enrolled in this program should plan at least 5 semesters to complete. The MAT prepares candidates to be successful in obtaining New York State teacher certification, including passing the edTPA