Preliminary Education Specialist Credential
As today's schools, programs and academic requirements become more complex, the needs of special education students continue to be individualized and comprehensive.
Choose tracks in Mild to Moderate Support Needs and Extensive Support Needs. Classes rarely exceed 20 students, and the faculty is comprised of highly regarded professional practitioners in the field.
Join Us for Our Next Event
Teaching Credentials Online Information Session
Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025 at
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Quick Facts
| Program Units 39 for credential programs |
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| Average Duration 12-18 months |
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| Program Format Hybrid |
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Course Availability 8-week Summer sessions |
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Want to learn more?
Let us know you're interested and we'll reach out to answer your questions. You'll also receive more information about the program and your financial aid options.
Contact Us
clugrad@callutheran.edu
(805) 493-3325
Graduate School of Education Open House
Thursday, January 23, 2025 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm
We’re hosting an Open House reception to give you an opportunity to learn more about what Cal Lutheran's Graduate School of Education has to offer. You'll meet faculty and staff, current students, and alumni who can tell you first-hand about the value of our programs. We offer graduate education degrees that will prepare you to lead and transform education for the challenges of the future. Whatever your program of interest we’d love to meet!
Make an Impact
Your passion is leading you to make a difference teaching special education students, and California needs qualified and talented special education teachers.
Better screening and identification of disabilities in children is expected to increase the demand for special education services — 6% job growth is projected by 2022. (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
Master's Degree Option
Upon completion of the Preliminary credential program, you can take these courses to earn the M.S in Special Education degree.
- EDGN 509 Situating Yourself as a Scholar Practitioner and Teacher Leader
- EDGN 510 Collaboratories of Practice - Understanding Change Theory
- EDGN 599 Education Improvement Plan - From Theory to Praxis
Nick JerremsIt really has been worth the investment I've made because it's easy to maneuver through the program, get your classes, and communicate with faculty. Those are the things that make a great educational experience.