• Train students to successfully pass New York State licensure exams;
• Encourage, through instruction, the use of critical thinking, problem solving, and positive interpersonal communication that are vital to professional success;
• Prepare students for the expectations and demands of their industry;
• Instill a sense of ethical responsibility and professionalism in each student;
• Promote self-awareness and the development of individual creativity.

Objectives

• Provide instruction that allows students to engage with knowledge in a deep, meaningful way;
• Incorporate a variety of teaching methods that respects different learning styles and preferences;
• Promote an appreciation of diversity by including differing perspectives and recognizing the value of multiplicity in the learning environment;
• Encourage the development of learning communities;
• Afford opportunities for personal and professional growth and development.