2022-2023 Graduate Catalog 
    
    Nov 21, 2024  
2022-2023 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Preliminary Education Specialist Credential in Mild/Moderate Support Needs


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Candidates who complete Preliminary Education Specialist Credential in Mild/Moderate Support Needs are qualified to teach students with a range of special needs, including students with learning disabilities, mild-to-moderate mental disability, attention deficit, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorders, and serious emotional disturbances. Teachers with this credential are approved to teach in grades K-12 and in adult classes.

Additional Admission Requirements


Admission standards for graduate studies at California Baptist University can be found in the admissions section of the university catalog.  In addition, each candidate must meet the following requirements for this program:

  • Pass the state-administered California Basic Education Skills Test (CBEST) or equivalent prior to admission.
  • Met or registered for at least one subtest of the California State Exam (CSET) for the planned credential content area or equivalent.
  • Verification of Certificate of Clearance granted prior to admission.

Program Requirements (49-50 units)


Credential Program

Candidates who complete the Education Specialist: Mild/Moderate Support Needs Credential may teach a variety of students, which include those classified as having autism specific learning disabilities; mild to moderate intellectual disabilities; attention deficit and attention deficit hyperactivity disorders; serious emotional disturbance. The credential authorizes service in grades K-12 and in classes organized primarily for adults through age 22.

Candidates must complete all credential and State requirements to be eligible for a credential. Credential requirements can be obtained from the School of Education Credential Program Advisors.

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