The Mercy College educational unit is dedicated to preparing effective educators, including teachers and other school professionals, who are reflective practitioners, equipped with the knowledge base, technological skills, research tools and professional strategies and insights to empower them to help diverse populations of students succeed in their learning and community environments. The value of competency, diversity and ethical practice support the proficient development of candidates enabling them to become skilled professionals and lifelong learners. The unit is committed to creating innovative, flexible and accessible programs of study for its candidates and to developing partnerships and opportunities for collaboration and clinical experiences within Mercy College and with external communities.