Special Education Level II Education Specialist Credential

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Overview

The special education program offers coursework for the Level II specialist credential. It must be completed within five years of the awarded Level I credential. All Level II coursework mus be completed by January 31, 2019. The last date to enroll is December 31, 2014.

Candidates pursuing an Education Specialist Level II Credential only must complete 20-23 units. Candidates pursuing a Level II and master's degree must complete 36-38 units.

Degree Program

Special Education Program

Unique Features

  • Evening classes
  • Personalized schedule and plan
  • Highly regarded by school districts
  • Classes blend theory and practice

Admissions Requirements

  • Application form and fee
  • Orientation interview (meet with program director for education plan)
  • Statement of Intent (1-2 pages explaining your goals)
  • Three references (see form below)
  • Current special education employment verification (see form below)
  • Academic writing sample (copy of a recent paper you have submitted for a class or read an article related to your program of interest and give an analysis of it)
  • Level I credential*
  • Verification of current negative TB test (last 12 months)
  • Official transcripts of all institutions attended
  • Letter of explanation if your GPA is under 2.75
  • Special education Level II application addendum

*Out of state credentials considered on an individual basis.

Up to 9 current units may be transferred into the program.

Technology recommendation: In order to prepare future teachers to effectively use technology, students are highly encouraged to have access to a laptop for all course work and class meetings.

Your admissions counselor may require you review the following documents during your application.

Further Info

Total Units: 20 - 24

We offer four program options:

Mild/moderate disabilities: (20 units) Students with mild/moderate disabilities may be inefficient learners who have difficulties imposing structure in learning tasks. They may display delays in intellectual development, specific learning disabilities and/or serious emotional disturbances. This credential authorizes the teaching of individuals who experience mild with moderate learning disabilities, mental retardation, other health impairments and serious emotional disturbances. Serves ages 5 to 22

Moderate/severe disabilities: (21 units) Students with moderate/severe disabilities require specialized support to address unique learning needs resulting from a range of intellectual, behavioral, emotional, communication, sensory and/or motor impairments. This credential authorizes the teaching of individuals with moderate to severe autism, mental retardation, deaf blindness, serious emotional disturbances and multiple disabilities. Serves ages 5 to 22

Physical and health impairments: (24 units) Physical and health impairments include students with orthopedic, neurological and physical health impairments that limit mobility and vitality which adversely affects educational performance. This credential authorized the teaching of individuals who have: orthopedic impairments, health impairments, traumatic brain injuries, multiple disabilities or who are medically fragile. Serves 0 to 22

Early childhood special education: (21 units) Specialists with this credential may provide educational services to children from birth through pre-kindergarten who are eligible for early intervention, special education, and/or related services under federal and state laws. Serves ages 0 to 5