Level I
Preliminary Educational Specialist Credential
SPECIAL EDUCATION ONLY / Interns
(Holders of a valid Multiple/Single Subject Credential)
| Class Number | Credential Requirements | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Common Core | ||
| EPSY 5021 | Educating All Students in Diverse Classrooms | 4 |
| EPSY 5126 | SPED Law & Program Design | 4 |
| EPSY 6120 | Communication: Collaborative Teaming 4 & Management | 4 |
| Total: | EPSY Units = | 12 |
| Education Specialist Mild/Moderate Disabilities (Internship in italics) | ||
| EPSY 5125 | Educational Practices M/M | 4 |
| EPSY 6127 | Instruction & Behavioral Support M/M | 4 |
| EPSY 6128 | Instruction & Behavioral Support Fieldwork | 4 |
| EPSY 6131 | Assessment: Mild/Moderate | 5 |
| EPSY 6870 | Adv. Fieldwork Group Supervision I | 3 |
| EPSY 6133 | Curriculum: Mild/Moderate | 4 |
| EPSY 6800 | Special Ed. Student Teaching M/M | 8 |
| EPSY 6810 | Adv. Graduate Seminar I | 2 |
| EPSY 6770 | Internship (taken for 4 quarters) | 8 |
| EPSY 6880 | Advanced Internship | 4-12 |
| Education Specialist Moderate/Severe Disabilities (Internship in italics) | ||
| EPSY 5136 | Educational Practices M/S | 4 |
| EPSY 6137 | Instruction & Behavioral Support M/S | 4 |
| EPSY 6860 | Advanced Fieldwork I | 4 |
| EPSY 6142 | Assessment: Moderate/Severe | 5 |
| EPSY 6870 | Adv. Fieldwork Group Supervision I | 3 |
| EPSY 6140 | Curriculum: Moderate/Severe | 4 |
| EPSY 6801 | Special Ed. Student Teaching M/S | 8 |
| EPSY 6820 | Adv. Graduate Seminar II | 2 |
| EPSY 6770 | Internship (taken for 4 quarters) | 8 |
| EPSY 6880 | Advanced Internship | 4-12 |
| Total Units Level I Special Education Only: 46 units | ||
The program’s emphasis is on providing students with a wide range of practical methods for enhancing the lives of individuals with exceptional needs through research based instruction in inclusive settings. The coursework is taught by successful researchers and practitioners in the field. The programs provide extensive supervised fieldwork in settings that are appropriate to each student’s professional goals.
The goal of the Special Educational Programs is to prepare specialists for a wide range of educational responsibilities to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities and their families. The preparation program is consistent with the national trend toward integrated community living, research based inclusive schooling and individualized learning opportunities for all students. In addition to demonstrating a high level of teaching competence, Special Education specialists are expected to serve as change agents within their school districts, advocates for individuals with whom they work, and consultants and collaborators with other school personnel. The Master’s Degree Program also serves candidates with specialties in such programs as Art, Music, Speech, Physical Education, and Human Development.
