Education Specialist Credential, Preliminary Level I (ESCP)

Description:

This Specialist credential program prepares candidates in the areas of Mild/Moderate (code 468) and Moderate/Severe (code 469) disabilities in a program approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

The program is designed so that candidates may be certified in both areas of authorization if they complete two separate field experiences, i.e., one with students with mild and moderate disabilities and one with students with moderate and severe disabilities. Upon admission to the program, candidates must identify an area of authorization and indicate whether their goal is to become certified in one or both areas.

The program has two tiers:

Preliminary Level I Education Specialist Credential
Professional Level II Education Specialist Credential

Following receipt of the Preliminary Level I Credential, candidates need to complete the Professional Level II preparation in special education within five years of the date of issuance of the preliminary credential. An Intern Option is also available in partnership with selected school districts. Please consult the College of Education Student Information Center for further information. An Education Specialist Credential can also be earned in conjunction with the Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP). Please refer to the Liberal Studies Department for information on this.

Website: http://www.ced.csulb.edu/special-education

Application / Information Packet: PDF Format

Advisor Information

Teacher Preparation Advising Center
ED1 - 67
562-985-9259
escp@csulb.edu

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Last update: 6/28/07