Professional Studies in Education - CSU, Chico
CLAD Certification for Credentialed Teachers
Crosscultural, Language, and Academic Development
- Philosophy & Goals
- Prerequisites for Admission
- Required Courses For the CLAD Certificate
- Application Process
- Contact Information
Philosophy & Goals
Recent demographic changes affecting California public schools have required a reconsideration of the basic preparation for new teachers, and the specialized upgrade preparation for all teachers who instruct students whose first language is other than English.
It is critical that all teachers meet the needs of diverse students and are sensitive to the linguistic and cultural diversity of all students. In order to meet this challenge, California State University, Chico has designed CLAD Certification for Credentialed Teachers.
The courses for the Crosscultural, Language, and Academic Development (CLAD) certificate will provide the basic knowledge necessary to meet the needs of California's diverse student population. This will include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Knowledge of the nature, structure, use, and acquisition of first and second languages
- Bilingual and ESL models and methodologies
- Knowledge of culture, learning styles, and crosscultural communication, including the nature of culture
Prerequisites for Admission
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and admission into the CSU, Chico Graduate School
- Possession of a basic teaching credential
Required Courses For the CLAD Certificate
| The Crosscultural, Language, and Academic Development certification is a 12-unit, competency-based sequence of courses leading to a CLAD certificate. | |
Candidates for this certificate must successfully complete the following course work: |
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| BLMC 518 | The Language and Communication Skills of Linguistically and Culturally Diverse Children - 3 units |
| BLMC 536 | Introduction to Multicultural Education -3 units |
| BLMC 672 | Methods and Strategies for Second Language Acquisition and Academic Development - 3 units |
| BLMC 689 | Practicum in Language, Culture, and Academic Development for the Practicing Professional - 3 units |
| In addition, an experience in learning a second language is required. A number of options are available to meet this requirement. A meeting with an advisor is essential to discuss these options. | |
The CLAD certificate courses may count toward completion of a master's degree in education. |
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Application Process
Contact the Department of Professional Studies in Education, 530-898-5398, or the Department of Education, 530-898-6421, to discuss your professional goals and to complete a program plan.
Complete a university application available in the Graduate School Office, Tehama 209, or request an application by mail or by calling the Graduate School, 530-898-5391.
Contact Information
For Additional Information Contact:
Department of Professional Studies in Education
California State University, Chico
Chico, California 95929-0460
530-898-5398
Department of Education
California State University, Chico
Chico, California 95929-0222
530-898-6421
I feel I have grown tremendously through the year. My confidence has increased to a whole new level."