Special Education Teaching Credential

Become a Special Education Teacher with EPP!

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Now Accepting Application for Spring 2025

We have three entry points in the program, Fall, Spring, and Summer

 Accepting Applications for Preliminary, Accelerated Pathway & Induction Program

 

Meet our Advisor

 

 

 

                                                         

Hi, my name is Nou Vang and I am excited to support you in your journey into Special Education. As the student advisor, I am here to help you as you embark on your new career

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Our Program

Offering Specializations in Mild Moderate Support Needs, Extensive Support Needs & Early Childhood Special Education
Educator Preparation Programs Special Education Preliminary Credential program is designed to prepare candidates to earn their Preliminary Education Specialist Instruction Credential through a CCTC accredited program. The  program prepares candidates to become teacher specialists in an inclusive classrooms. It provides instructional and experiential opportunities to work with families, develop collaborative skills, and become proficient classroom managers. Candidates learn from experts in the field – current and past teachers, special education directors and scholars. Coursework is divided into modules covering a two-year period, spread throughout the Fall Semester, Spring Semester and Summer Semester. Eligible candidates will work as interns in their second year. While in a cohort throughout the program, participants share their learning experiences and begin cross program collaborations –learning collaborative behaviors that will assist them throughout their careers as Education Specialists. To accommodate work schedules, classes meet late afternoons and evenings, and on some Saturdays. Classes are held online.
 
Fall Application Deadline: December 1, 2024

Program Pathways

Please click on the links below to access our program specialization pages.
Preliminary Program

Not yet a credentialed teacher? Start here!

Accelerated Pathway

Are you a credentialed teacher? Start here!

Required Exam Information

Subject Matter Requirements (CSET ETC.)

 

Credential Program News

Exciting news for future California teachers! A new law (Senate Bill 153),makes it easier to obtain a teaching credential by eliminating the CBEST requirement for most programs if you hold a bachelor's degree. If you've been considering a teaching career or have already applied for a credential, this change could benefit you. While most requirements have changed, some exceptions apply. Learn more about earning your credential and explore program options at one of our weekly information meetings: https://sccoe.to/learnmore-epp.

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                                                                                         Learn how EPP can help you build your career in education! Meet Kyle, an EPP alumni, who shares his experience earning multiple credentials with EPP.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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