Professional Studies in Education - CSU, Chico
Concurrent Education Program for Multiple Credentials
- About the Program
- Program Description
- Special features
- Concurrent Professional Preparation Program Prerequisites
- BCLAD Prerequisites
- Advising and Additional Information
About the Program
The Concurrent Education Specialist Level I/Preliminary Multiple Subject Program combines special education and elementary education preparation in order to prepare future teachers to meet the diverse needs of students, kindergarten through grade 12.
Recognized as one of the University's Centers for Excellence, the Special Education Program is located within the Department of Professional Studies in Education (PSED). PSED's mission is to foster continuous learning communities dedicated to excellence and equity in education.
Program Description
Graduates of the concurrent program are highly sought after by California schools because they are especially prepared to teach at-risk and special needs students, whether in a general education classroom or in specialist educational settings.
Preliminary Multiple Subject credential requirements as well as the requirements for a Preliminary Level I Education Specialist Credential in Mild/Moderate Disabilities are completed through upper-division prerequisites and one academic year of course work and student teaching. The Education Specialist credential may be used in K-12 resource rooms, special day classes, or alternative settings. Upon completing the concurrent program, students will have completed approximately one-half the requirements for a master's degree in Education with a special education option.
After employment, Education Specialist Level I credential holders have five years in which to complete Level II at this or any other accredited campus. Optional program extensions you may pursue include:
- Early Childhood Special Education Certificate to serve infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with special needs
- Master's Degree in Education with Special Education Option
- A second Education Specialist credential
Special features
Multiple credentials offer graduates varied options in the teaching profession. Supervised teaching experience in exemplary cross-cultural general education and special education classrooms are accompanied by such courses as curriculum and instruction, teaching of reading, reading and literacy development, classroom management, special education laws and regulations, assessment, and collaboration.
The concurrent program offers state-of-the-art course work, varied relevant school experiences, and service learning projects led by talented master teachers, mentors, and university instructors. The formal concurrent program begins each fall semester (August) and concludes in June. Candidates enter the program together and proceed through their preparation as a supportive cadre throughout the year.
Concurrent Professional Preparation Program Prerequisites
Special Education Core |
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| SPED 343* | Overview of Special Education - 3 units |
| SPED 569* | Field Experiences General & Special Education - 3 units |
| SPED 561 | Curriculum & Instruction for Inclusive Settings - 3 units |
| SPED 563 | Collaboration in Education & the Helping Professions - 2 units |
| SPED 564 | Management of Inclusive Learning Environments - 2 units |
| Introductory core classes are open spring semester
without formal program admission. This core may be offered June–August
for those needing it before beginning the formal program. Core classes
can apply toward an undergraduate minor in special education. * Must be taken first. |
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Additional Multiple Subject Credential Prerequisites |
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| EDTE 302 | Access & Equity in Education - 3 units |
| ENGL 371 | Principles of Language - 3 units |
| ENGL 470 | Theory & Practice of Second Language Acquisition - 3 units |
Language Requirement - 6 Units
- 45 hours early general education (K-6) field experience prior to enrollment in SPED 569
- Verification of passage of California subject examination for teachers (CSET), multiple subject
BCLAD Prerequisites (Bilingual, Crosscultural, Language, & Academic Development)
Please refer to the Center for Bilingual/Multicultural Studies brochure for a listing of prerequisites and seek advising from Esther Larocco, SISK143, 530-898-6854.Application Process
- Contact the program advisor to discuss a program plan
- Obtain and complete the FOCUS on Teaching Credential Application booklet
downloadable online
in PDF format or available at the Education Services Center located in Holt 101 or at 530-898-6391.
Concurrent Teacher Preparation Program Course Work (Fall Program Entry Only) |
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| Fall Semester | |
| EDTE 573 | Teaching English Learners; Literacy & Academic Access - 3 units |
| EDTE 572 | Reading/Language Arts- 4 units |
| SPED 560 | Methods for Teaching Math: Gen. & Spec. Ed. - 2 units |
| SPED 562 | Methods for Teaching Science/Social Science/Arts: General & Spec. Ed. - 3 units |
| SPED 565 | Behavioral Management - 2 units |
| SPED 598 | Seminar for Fieldwork Exp. - 1 unit |
| SPED 566 | Student Teaching–Multiple Subject - 8 units |
| *BCLAD Concurrents follow BCLAD Track | |
| Spring Semester | |
| SPED 671 | Technology in Specialized Instruction - 2 units |
| PSYC 516 | Assessment & Evaluation in General & Special Ed. - 3 units |
| SPED 673 | Laws & Regulations in Special Education - 1 unit |
| SPED 672 | Curriculum & Instruction: Mild/Moderate Disabilities - 3 units |
| RDGL 664 | Seminar: Diagnose/Remediate Reading - 3 units |
| SPED 670 | Home/School/Community Relations in Gen. & Special Education - 2 units |
| SPED 598 | Seminar for Fieldwork Exp. - 1 unit |
| SPED 567 | Student Teaching — Mild/Moderate Disabilities - 8 units |
Other Special Education Programs Available
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Advising and Additional Information
Faculty advisors are available by appointment and on a drop-in basis. Call the numbers listed below to obtain office hours for the following advisors:
Cheri Taylor
Prerequisite Advisor
Office: Tehama 409
Phone: 530-898-6887
Laurel Hill-Ward
Coordinator
Office: Tehama 419
Phone: 530-898-5025
Department of Professional Studies in Education
California State University
, Chico
Chico, California 95929-0465
The FOCUS on Teaching Credential Application booklet downloadable online in PDF format or available at the Education Services Center located in Holt 101 or at 530-898-6391.
