Special Education Teaching Credential

Become a Special Education Teacher with EPP!
We have three entry points in the program: Fall, Spring, and Summer.

Now Accepting Applications for the

2025 Summer Semester!

Application Deadline: April 20, 2025
 

And We Have Exciting News for Future Educators!

*** Tuition has just been reduced by $3,840! ***

Don't miss out on this chance to invest in your future. Apply today and take the first step towards making a difference in the lives of students.
For more information, feel free to reach out to Lisa Willett, your Program Advisor.

 Accepting Applications for Preliminary, Accelerated Pathway & Teacher Induction Program

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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.
 

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.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Program Streams

ACOE-TC407 - Development of Language and Literacy
ACOE-TC620 - Assessment Administration and Best Practices
SPED409 - Augmentative/Alternative Communication & Assistive Technology
SPED411B - Advanced Typical/Atypical Development and Health Concerns
SPED531 - Infant/Toddler Internship/Field Experience
SPED701 - Collaborative and Case Management
SPED804 - Transition Education and Services
SPED928 - Advanced Instructional Strategies
TC300-ECSE - Education Specialist Bridge Authorization Program
TC300-ESN - Education Specialist Bridge Authorization Program
TC300-MMSN - Education Specialist Bridge Authorization Program
TC401MM - Curriculum for Inclusive Classrooms Methods & Models
TC403 - Collaboration Skills
TC404 - Curriculum for Inclusive Classrooms - Introduction to Teaching
TC406 - Working with Language Diverse Communities
TC407 - Development of Language and Literacy
TC410 - Special Topics - Evidence Based Practices & Autism Spectrum Disorder
TC411B - Advanced Typical/Atypical Development and Health Concerns
TC542 - CSP Seminar in Teaching & Learning Cross Specialization
TC545 - ESN Advanced C & I ~ ESN
TC623 - Professional, Legal and Ethical Aspects of Special Education
TC705 - Teaching Math
TC780F - Coaching/Eportfolio
TC780S - Coaching/Eportfolio
TC802 - Advanced C & I Mild to Moderate
TC803 - Transition Planning
TC804 - Transition Education and Services
TC928 - Advanced Instructional Strategies
Accelerated Pathway-Early Childhood Special Education
Accelerated Pathway-Extensive Support Needs
Accelerated Pathway-Mild to Moderate Support Needs
Preliminary Education Specialist-Early Childhood Special Education
Preliminary Education Specialist-Extensive Support Needs
Preliminary Education Specialist-Mild to Moderate Support Needs
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