Master of Arts in Teaching, Preliminary Teaching Credentials, and Professional Services Credentials

Admission Requirements to the Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) and all Post-Baccalaureate Credentials

• A completed application for admission to the program;
• Two or more letters of recommendation, as required for the academic program for which the student is applying;
• Application fee;
• Official transcripts showing completion of a baccalaureate or higher-level degree from an institution that is accredited by a regional accrediting association.

Admission requirements to the Master of Arts in Teaching Program (in addition to materials required above):

• Education and Grade-Point Average: Teacher candidates must have completed a baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited college or university. A cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 3.000 is required to be admitted into the M.A.T./credential program. Candidates with a cumulative grade point average less than 3.000 may apply for “Program Eligibility under Exception” through their advisor;
• M.A.T. interview: All candidates must complete a personal interview with faculty from the School of Education; and
• All accounts paid in full.

MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING/PRELIMINARY TEACHING CREDENTIALS

The School of Education offers a specially designed Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) degree that includes one of the four preliminary teaching credentials approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing:

• Multiple Subject teaching credential program is designed for candidates seeking to teach at the elementary grade levels or in K-12 self-contained, general education classrooms.
• Single Subject teaching credential program is designed for candidates seeking to teach at the junior high, middle school, or high school serving grades 7-12.
• Mild/Moderate is one of the two Educational Specialist Preliminary teaching credentials. This authorization is related to services for individuals with a primary disability or specific learning disabilities, emotional disabilities, mild/moderate mental retardation, other health impaired, and autism spectrum disorders within the disability area.
• Moderate/Severe authorization is related to services for individuals with a primary disability for autism, moderate/severe mental retardation, emotional disturbance, deaf-blind, and multiple disabilities.

The M.A.T. is offered to candidates with a bachelor's degree in two phases:

1. Phase 1 consists of 23 hours of courses and 10 hours of student teaching or clinical practice culminating in a preliminary teaching credential (33 hours). Candidates have the option of completing phase I and are not required to finish phase 2 of the M.A.T. degree.
2. Phase 2 occurs after a candidate has earned the preliminary credential and is advised to obtain their first teaching position before completing the M.A.T. coursework in accordance with local employment conditions and hiring preferences. The finishing courses in phase 2 would be 13 hours for Multiple Subject and Single Subject candidates for a total of 46 hours. For the two special education authorizations there are nine additional hours beyond the preliminary credential to complete phase 2 of the M.A.T.

Common courses required of all Multiple, Single, and Special Education Preliminary Credentials:

COURSE	TITLE	UNITS
EDU 600A	Orientation to Assessment	0
EDU 600	Foundations of Education and Learning Theory	3
EDU 600F*	Fieldwork for Foundations of Education and Learning Theory	.5
EDU 601	Language Acquisition and Diverse Populations	3
EDU 601F**	Fieldwork for Language Acquisition and Diverse Populations	.5
EDU 602	Foundations of Special Education	3
EDU 603	Classroom Assessment and Research Practice	3
	TOTAL Common Courses Required for all Preliminary Credentials	13
*Course requires 15 clock hours of observation and participation specific to learning theory in a culturally diverse and inclusive school setting.
**Course requires 15 clock hours of observation and participation specific to culturally and linguistically diverse learners in a culturally diverse and inclusive school setting.

 

Preliminary Level I Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and Intern Program

A Multiple subject Teaching Credential enables a person to teach in a self-contained (K-12) classroom in California. Candidates receive coursework in educational research and theory as well as methodology in reading, language arts, science, social studies, and mathematics. Credential requirements are subject to change based on state and federal requirements which supersede any existing catalog requirements.
 
Candidates for the Multiple Subject credential must complete the 13 hours listed above under Common Courses.

Multiple Subject Specific Courses

COURSE	TITLE	UNITS
EDU 610	Methods of Teaching Reading and Writing	3
EDU 610F*	Fieldwork for Methods of Teaching Reading and Writing	.5
EDU 611	Interdisciplinary Approaches in Teaching in the Content Areas	3
EDU 612	Differentiated Mathematics Instruction for all Learners	3
EDU 612F**	Fieldwork for Differentiated Mathematics Instruction for all Learners	.5
	TOTAL Multiple Subject Specific Courses	10
*Course requires 15 clock hours of participation in a classroom specific to literary instruction in a culturally diverse and inclusive school setting. Candidates work with a small group in the area of literacy under the direction of a cooperating teacher.
**Course requires 15 clock hours of observation and participation specific to math instruction in a culturally diverse and inclusive school setting.

Clinical Practice

Clinical Practice is the culminating experience where students work full-time in a classroom for an entire semester under the guidance of a cooperating teacher in public or private schools assigned by the field experience coordinator at the regional center.

COURSE	TITLE	UNITS
EDU 630	Elementary Clinical Practice I	4
	OR
EDU 632	Intern Elementary Clinical Practice I	(4)
EDU 631	Elementary Clinical Practice Seminar I	1
	OR
EDU 633	Intern Elementary Clinical Practice Seminar I	(1)
EDU 634	Elementary Clinical Practice II	4
	OR
EDU 636	Intern Elementary Clinical Practice II	(4)
EDU 635	Elementary Clinical Practice Seminar II	1
	OR
EDU 637	Intern Elementary Clinical Practice Seminar	(1)
	TOTAL Multiple Subject Clinical Practice Courses	10
	TOTAL Courses Required for M.A.T. Phase I for Multiple Subject Candidates	33

Preliminary Level I Single Subject Teaching Credential and Intern Program

Individuals who plan to teach at the secondary level need to pursue the Single Subject credential in an approved discipline of their choice. A Single Subject credential enables a person to teach in a departmentalized (K-12) classroom. Credential requirements are subject to change based on state and federal requirements which supersede any existing catalog requirements.

Candidates for the Single Subject credential must complete the 13 hours listed above under Common Courses.

Single Subject Specific Courses

COURSE	TITLE	UNITS
EDU 620	Literacy Instruction for Secondary Teachers	3
EDU 620F*	Fieldwork for Literacy Instruction for Secondary Teachers	.5
EDU 621	General Methods for Secondary Teachers	3
EDU 621F**	Fieldwork for General Methods for Secondary Teachers	.5
*Course requires 15 clock hours of participation in a classroom specific to literacy instruction in a culturally diverse and inclusive school setting. Candidates work with a small group in the area of literacy under the direction of a cooperating teacher.
**Fieldwork course requires 15 clock hours of observation and participation specific to content area teaching strategies in a culturally diverse and inclusive school setting.
Choose one of the content-specific pedagogy courses:		3
EDU 622	Methods of Teaching Secondary Language Arts	(3)
EDU 623	Methods of Teaching Secondary Mathematics	(3)
EDU 624	Methods of Teaching Secondary Science	(3)
EDU 625	Methods of Teaching Secondary Social Science	(3)
EDU 626	Methods of Teaching Secondary Foreign Language	(3)
EDU 627	Methods of Teaching Secondary Visual Arts	(3)
EDU 628	Methods of Teaching Secondary Physical Education	(3)
EDU 629	Content Specific Pedagogy for Secondary Teachers	(3)
NOTE: EDU 629 is offered for content areas where there are not enough enrollees in Graduate Education 622-628 and is combined into one section with several content areas not addressed in Graduate Education 622-628 (i.e., Business, Music, Agriculture, and Home Economics).
	TOTAL Clinical Practice	10

COURSE	TITLE	UNITS
EDU 640	Secondary Clinical Practice I	4
	OR
EDU 642	Intern Secondary Clinical Practice I	(4)
EDU 641	Secondary Clinical Practice Seminar I (includes TPA3)	1
	OR
EDU 643	Intern Secondary Clinical Practice Seminar I (includes TPA3)	(1)
EDU 644	Secondary Clinical Practice II	4
	OR
EDU 646	Intern Secondary Clinical Practice	(4)
EDU 645	Secondary Clinical Practice Seminar II (includes TPA4)	1
	OR
EDU 647	Intern Secondary Clinical Practice Seminar II (includes TPA4)	(1)
	TOTAL Single Subject Clinical Practice Courses	10
	TOTAL Courses Required for M.A.T. Phase I for Single Subject Candidates	33

Preliminary Level I Education Specialist (Mild/Moderate) Teaching Credential and Intern Program

This credential prepares teachers to create, develop, and implement individualized adaptations and accommodations to facilitate access to learning of the core curriculum in a variety of environments. Coursework focuses on state and federal regulations, Individual Education Plans (IEP), specialized curricula, learning, behavior and transition strategies as well as the use of current and assistive technologies. Candidates in this program develop skills in working as collaborators in educational settings.

Candidates for the Mild/Moderate Preliminary credential must complete the 13 hours listed above under Common Courses.

Mild/Moderate Authorization Courses

COURSE	TITLE	UNITS
EDU 610	Methods of Teaching Reading and Writing	3
EDU 610F*	Fieldwork for Methods of Teaching Reading and Writing	.5
EDU 650	Assessment and Services for Students with Disabilities	3
EDU 651	Curricular and Instructional Adaptations for Students with Disabilities	3
EDU 652	Collaboration and Consultation for IEP Implementation, Evaluation, and Program Improvement	3
*Course requires 15 clock hours of participation in a classroom specific to literacy instruction in a culturally diverse and inclusive school setting. Candidates work with a small group in the area of literacy under the direction of a cooperating teacher.
	Choose one of the following sequences:
EDU 612	Differentiated Mathematics Instruction for all Learners AND	3
EDU 612F*	Fieldwork for Differentiated Mathematics Instruction for all Learners	.5
	OR
EDU 621	General Methods for Secondary Teachers AND	(3)
EDU 621F**	Fieldwork for General Methods for Secondary Teachers	(.5)
	TOTAL Mild/Moderate Authorization	16
*Course requires 15 clock hours of observation and participation specific to math instruction in a culturally diverse and inclusive school setting.
**Course requires 15 clock hours of observation and participation specific to content area teaching strategies in a culturally diverse and inclusive school setting.

Candidates who are not under intern contract with a school district also take:

COURSE	TITLE	UNITS
EDU 670	Special Education Clinical Practice I	4
EDU 671	Special Education Clinical Practice Seminar I	1
EDU 674	Special Education Clinical Practice II	4
EDU 675	Special Education Clinical Practice Seminar II	1
	TOTAL	10

Candidates who are under an intern contract with a school district also take:

COURSE	TITLE	UNITS
EDU648	Intern Support Seminar (.5 for 4 semesters)	2
EDU 672	Intern Special Education Clinical Practice I	4
EDU 673	Intern Special Education Clinical Practice Seminar I	1
EDU 676	Intern Special Education Clinical Practice II	4
EDU 677	Intern Special Education Clinical Practice Seminar II	1
	TOTAL	12
	TOTAL Mild/Moderate Authorization  (41 Interns)	39

Preliminary Level I Education Specialist (Moderate/Severe) Teaching Credential

Common courses required of all Multiple, Single, and Special Education candidates:

COURSE	TITLE	UNITS
EDU 600	Foundations of Education and Learning Theory	3
EDU 600F*	Fieldwork for Foundations of Education and Learning Theory	.5
EDU 602	Foundations of Special Education	3
EDU 603	Classroom Assessment and Research Practices	3
EDU 653	Principles of Language Acquisition for Students with Moderate/Severe Disabilities	3
EDU 653F**	Fieldwork for Principles of Language Acquisition for Students with Moderate/Severe Disabilities	.5
NOTE: Students in the Multiple, Single and Mild/Moderate credential programs take Graduate Education 601 while students in the Moderate/Severe credential take Graduate Education 653 and 653F.
	TOTAL Common Courses	13
*Course requires 15 clock hours of observation and participation specific to learning theory in a culturally diverse and inclusive school setting.
**Course requires 15 clock hours of observation and participation specific to learners with moderate/severe disabilities in addition to culturally land linguistically diverse in a culturally diverse and inclusive school setting.
EDU 610	Methods of Teaching Reading and Writing	3
EDU 610F*	Fieldwork for Methods of Teaching Reading and Writing	.5
EDU 650	Assessment and Services for Students with Disabilities	3
EDU 652	Collaboration and Consultation for IEP Implementation, Evaluation and Program Improvement	3
EDU 654	Methods for Teaching Students with Moderate/Severe Disabilities	3
EDU 654F**	Fieldwork for Methods of Teaching Students with Moderate/Severe Disabilities	.5
EDU 655	Organization and Management for Success in the Moderate/Severe Classroom	3
	TOTAL Moderate/Severe Authorization	16
*Course requires 15 clock hours of participation in a classroom specific to literacy instruction in a culturally diverse and inclusive school setting. Candidates work with a small group in the area of literacy under the direction of a cooperating teacher.
**Course requires 15 clock hours of observation and participation specific to learners with moderate/severe disabilities in addition to culturally and linguistically diverse learners in a culturally diverse and inclusive school setting.

Candidates who are not under intern contract with a school district also take:

COURSE	TITLE	UNITS
EDU 670	Special Education Clinical Practice	4
EDU 671	Special Education Clinical Practice Seminar I	1
EDU 674	Special Education Clinical Practice II	4
EDU 675	Special Education Clinical Practice Seminar II	1
	TOTAL	10
	OR (for those under contract with a school district)
EDU 648	Intern Support Seminar (.5 for four semesters)	2
EDU 672	Intern Special Education Clinical Practice I	4
EDU 673	Intern Special Education Clinical Practice Seminar I	1
EDU 676	Intern Special Education Clinical Practice II	4
EDU 677	Intern Special Education Clinical Practice Seminar II	1
	TOTAL	12
	TOTAL Mild/Moderate Authorization  (41 INTERNS)	39

Fieldwork with special placement depending upon credential authorization (10-12 units)

M.A.T. Phase 2 Finishing Courses

Phase II of the M.A.T. normally takes place after a candidate has obtained the preliminary teaching credential and has completed two years of teaching experience.

Multiple Subject/Single Subject
The courses listed below are the final 13 semester units to complete the M.A.T. degree for Multiple and Single Subject candidates for a total of 46 semester units.

COURSE	TITLE	UNITS
CORE COURSE:
GED 672	Philosophy of Education	3
CURRICULUM COURSES:
Students choose either:
GED 616	Curriculum Development, Innovation, and Evaluation	3
	OR
GED 692	Standards, Assessment and Instruction: Comprehending and Composing Written Language	(3)
DIVERSITY COURSES:
Students choose either:
GED 641	School Communities in a Pluralistic Society	3
	OR
GED 609	Collaborative and Responsive Leadership	(3)
ACTION RESEARCH:
GED 689	Master's Project	3
	AND
GED 689P	Action Research Project Support	1

Special Education - Mild/Moderate or Moderate Severe
The courses listed below are the final seven coursework hours to complete the M.A.T. degree in Special Education (for a total of 46 hours). The preliminary credential in Special Education requires an additional six hours beyond the 33 required for the Multiple and Single Subject credentials. Those hours are listed below in the finishing courses for the M.A.T. in Special Education.

COURSE	TITLE	UNITS
CORE COURSE:
GED 672	Philosophy of Education	3
ACTION RESEARCH:
GED 689	Master's Project	3
	AND
GED 689P	Action Research Project Support	1

*Other Credential Requirements (due at least 90 days prior to filing the Application for Degree Candidacy with the Office of Records)

• California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) with a passing score
• Subject Matter Competence:
• Single Subject candidates may meet this requirement by completing a state-approved subject matter competency program or by passing the appropriate subject matter exam. Information about examinations is available at each regional center.
• Multiple Subject candidates are required to pass the CSET: MS (101, 202, and 103).
• Special Education candidates are required to pass the CSET in the area in which they will teach.
• Professional Preparation: met by completing the sequence of courses for the appropriate credential program.
• US Constitution: Knowledge of the Constitution is demonstrated by either a California Commission on Teacher Credentialing approved college level course, by exam, or by a workshop followed by an exam offered by PLNU.
• Developing English Language Skills: Met by passing one of the following courses: Education 610 (Multiple Subject or Special Education), or Education 620 (single subject).
• Teacher Performance Assessment (TPA)/E-Portfolio: All candidates are also required to successfully pass California’s Teacher Performance Assessment (TPA). All credential candidates are required to establish an electronic portfolio, providing evidence of meeting required competencies.
• Current CPR Certification: Successful completion of an approved infant-child-adult CPR course and documentation of that fact is required before applying for a preliminary credential.
• Computer Level I Competencies: Computer Level I competencies are imbedded into Education coursework and successful completion of coursework will meet this standard.
• Health Clearance: Evidence must be presented that the candidate is free from tuberculosis.
• Certificate of Clearance: Teacher candidates must possess or apply for a Certificate of Clearance or CCTC document that requires fingerprinting clearance as they apply for admission to the credential program.
• Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA): Multiple Subject and Education Specialist candidates are required to pass the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA) exam prior to applying for a teaching credential.

*Note: The above must be completed in order to obtain a credential.

Point Loma Nazarene University provides a handbook for each credential program. The M.A.T. Candidate Handbook is provided to those applying to the program and contains the actual forms required for credential program admission, fieldwork, and clinical practice, as well as the instructions for completion.

Once admitted to the program, candidates are assessed during each course as well as in their fieldwork experiences. Decisions regarding each candidate’s ability to continue in the program are made prior to both the first and second student teaching assignments.

Upon successful completion of all requirements and coursework, candidates may apply for the appropriate Preliminary/Level I credential with the credential analyst at the regional center.

The California Teaching Performance Assessments (TPA)

The School of Education implements the CalTPA as one of several measures to assess candidate proficiency and the preliminary credential program effectiveness for ALL preliminary credential programs. The CTC requires that all credential candidates pass the Teaching Performance Assessment before applying for a teaching credential as defined in Standard 19 of the 2042 credential document.

Information about TPA

All preliminary teacher candidates at Point Loma Nazarene University in Multiple Subject, Single Subject, and Special Education programs are required to participate in the Teaching Performance Assessment (CalTPA) program, as defined in Standard 19 of the 2042 credential document, while engaged in coursework leading to a credential.

The CalTPA process is an integrated part of the individual class coursework and clinical practice experience.
 
All candidates are required to follow the calendar and deadlines of the CalTPA process and must receive a passing score on all four tasks to be recommended for a teaching credential.

The Teacher Education Assessment Fee of $500.00 includes all assessment services except a fee of $50.00 for late submission per task and a rescoring fee of $75.00 for each re-submitted task.

The content of the four tasks will be introduced, practiced and completed throughout the preliminary credential course of study following an intentional course sequence:

1. Subject Specific Pedagogy Task
2. Designing Instruction Task
3. Assessing Learning Task
4. Culminating Teaching Experience Task

Submittal procedures for each of the four performance assessment tasks are as follows:

• Every candidate submits Tasks 1 through 4 on the dates designated using the Task Stream E-Portfolio system.
• The Task 3 submission includes the required student work samples scanned and uploaded onto Task Stream.
• The Task 4 submission includes the required attachment of student work and the required video tape of the teaching sequence uploaded onto Task Stream.
• Any task not submitted to Task Stream by the date and time designated is charged an additional $50 late fee.
• Task scores are provided to candidates within three weeks after submittal.
• Each task is scored on a 4-point rubric as prescribed by the CCTC.
• Candidates must achieve a score level of 3 or 4 to pass each task.

If a candidate does not score above a score level 2 for a task that is submitted, the following procedure will be implemented.

• The candidate meets with the TPA Liaison or designee to discuss the task and complete the intervention form.
• The candidate rewrites the task and submits the first rewrite including a $75 rescoring fee.
• The candidate's rewrite of the task is scored. If the candidate scores above a score level 2, the task is complete.
• If the candidate does not score above a score level 2, the candidate meets with the TPA Liaison or designee and enrolls in EDU 590 Special Studies (1 unit) where specific content is covered in the student's area of need.
• The candidate rewrites and resubmits the task and pays an additional $75 rescoring fee.
• The candidate's rewrite is rescored.
• If after the second rewrite the candidate does not score above a score level 2, a special review of the candidate's status in the program is completed with the Regional Center Director, TPA Liaison, and the candidate's advisor to consider removal from the credential program.
• At the end of the CalTPA process, the candidate must have a cumulative score of 12 points across all 4 tasks in order to have successfully completed the CalTPA.
• If a candidate does not pass a task, he or she may not continue taking further CalTPA tasks until passage of prior tasks. All candidates must successfully pass the CalTPA in order to be recommended for a Preliminary Credential by Point Loma Nazarene University.
• Candidates receive a certification of completion recorded on their transcript upon successfully completing all 4 tasks of the CalTPA.
• All candidates must adhere to the University's Academic Honesty Policy as written in the Graduate Catalog.

Title II Information

According to federal regulations, all accredited departments, schools, and colleges of education are required to report information regarding their candidates’ passing rates on examinations. A summary of the passing rates may be found on the Web site at www.pointloma.edu/soe.htm.

Professional Clear Teaching Credential: Multiple Subject or Single Subject
For: Private/Charter School Professional Clear Credential Candidates

Point Loma Nazarene University offers the "Fifth Year" alternative Professional Clear Credential Program to Private and Charter School Teachers who need to complete requirements for the Ryan or 2042 Professional Clear Credential.

A PLNU Credential Analyst reviews the transcripts and credential renewal requirements for each teacher participating in the Partnership Program.

The 2042 Professional Clear Credential requires 30 post-baccalaureate units approved by PLNU, including four 3 unit advanced courses to be taken AFTER completion of the preliminary credential.

COURSE	TITLE	UNITS
2042 Professional Clear Credential Advanced Courses
GED 628	Using Technology to Support Student Learning (Standard 16)	3
GED 639	Health Education (Standard 18)	2
GED 642	Advanced Teaching of English Learners (Standard 19)	3
GED 677	Teaching Special Populations (Standard 20)	3
	TOTAL Professional Clear Advanced Coursework	12

If 2042 credential candidates have earned 30 post-baccalaureate units, they need only the 12 advanced course units and can complete those courses in two semesters.

If candidates have not earned 30 post-baccalaureate units, they will meet with an advisor to set up an appropriate program plan.

Sample 30 units program: Graduate Education 616, 628, 639, 641, 642, 670, 672, 677, 683, 689.

The needs of Ryan Credential Candidates are addressed separately if there are course requirements beyond those offered above.

Those interested in seeking a Master of Arts in Education in Teaching and Learning in addition to the Professional Clear Credential may apply their coursework to the M.A. degree. This degree requires 36 units of 12 courses of graduate level work. Candidates usually take six units per semester including summers.

Professional Clear Level II Education Specialist (Special Education) Teaching Credential

Point Loma Nazarene University provides the following coursework for the Level II Education Specialist Credential Program to eligible candidates.

Mild/Moderate (18-21 units)
COURSE	TITLE	UNITS
GED 616	Curriculum Development, Innovation, and Evaluation	1-3
GED 622	Advanced Special Education Assessment	3
GED 628	Using Technology to Support Student Learning	3
GED 634	Transition Services for Students with Disabilities	1-3
GED 639	Health Education	2
GED 642	Advanced Teaching of English Learners (BTSA Standard 19)	3
GED 684	Fieldwork (BTSA Formative Assessment Fieldwork)	3
Moderate/Severe (18-21 units)
GED 622	Advanced Special Education Assessment	1-3
GED 628	Using Technology to Support Student Learning	3
GED 634	Transition Services for Students with Disabilities	1-3
GED 638	Systems Management for Student Success in the Moderate/Severe Classroom	1-3
GED 639	Health Education	2
GED 642	Advanced Teaching of English Learners (BTSA Standard 19)	3
GED 684	Fieldwork (BTSA Formative Assessment Fieldwork)	3

Certificate Programs
 

Reading Certificate

The pivotal goal of all the courses in the Reading Certificate program is to contribute to the improved reading achievement of California’s children by influencing the professional growth of their teachers. Upon successful completion of all coursework, candidates may apply to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) for the Reading Certificate.
Candidates complete the following coursework:

COURSE	TITLE	UNITS
GED 628	Using Technology to Support Student Learning (BTSA Standard 16)	3
GED 692	Standards, Assessment and Instruction: Comprehending and Composing Written Language	3
GED 693	Research-based Intervention: Models and Strategies	3
GED 694	Standards, Assessment and Instruction: Word Analysis, Fluency, and Systematic Vocabulary Development	3
GED 698	Special Studies in Education: Literacy Field Studies (Reading Certificate Level)	1

Crosscultural Language and Academic Development Certificate (CLAD)

The purpose of this certificate is to prepare teachers to effectively deliver English language development and specifically designed instruction for academic content to limited English proficient students from all languages. Students must complete specialized coursework for the CLAD Certificate (Education 506, Graduate Education 641, 642, and 668).

COURSE	TITLE	UNITS
EDU 506	Principles of Language Acquisition and Preparation to Teach English Learners	3
	OR
EDU 601	Language Acquisition and Diverse Populations	(3)
GED 641	School Communities in a Pluralistic Society	3
GED 642	Advanced Teaching of English Learners (BTSA Standard 19)	3
GED 668	Bilingual Education and Specially Designed Academic Instruction	3

Child Welfare and Attendance

The Child Welfare and Attendance authorization is a specialization for MA/PPS candidates currently enrolled in a course of study leading to a PPS credential and those who already hold a PPS credential or social workers and psychologists who desire to add the CWA certification.

School Counselors, Social Workers, Psychologists and current PPS candidates who wish to earn certification for the Child Welfare and Attendance credential, must meet all the requirements for the PPS as a prerequisite for the following course descriptions:

Child Welfare and Attendance Courses

COURSE	TITLE	UNITS
GED 645	The Law and the Professional Role of the Child Welfare and Attendance Counselor	3
GED 646	Child Welfare and Attendance: Program, Leadership, Management, Collaboration and Parent/Community Partnerships	3
GED 647	School Culture and Addressing Barriers to Student Achievement	3
GED 688	Field Experience - Child Welfare and Attendance (150 hours)	3

Courses