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Sonia Kao — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 21:31:19 GMT

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This innovative, internship-based program, launched in Fall 2024, is designed to empower teachers with the skills to deliver high-quality, engaging content to all learners, grades K-8. With a supportive team approach, our program balances theoretical knowledge with practical application, making it perfect for working professionals.

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�ċProgram Highlights�ċ

This is a two-year internship-based program offering coursework 100% online. Eligible candidates work as paid interns in their second year.
Cohorts begin each semester in Spring, Summer or Fall.
First year focuses on coursework; second year, on coursework and internship.
Interns are assigned a mentor at their school site and a school district support provider.
Completion of the program results in a recommendation for a California Preliminary Teaching Credential

Cohorts & Schedule�ċ

FALL 2025 COHORT!

Priority application deadline: November 25, 2025
Final deadline to apply: December 2, 2025
Orientation: December 9, 2025
Priority deadline to apply for the $4,000 scholarship: December 12, 2025. �ċApply by this date to ensure the funds are allocated to your Spring semester classes.
*Available to eligible students who are awarded the scholarship.
Classes officially start: January 6, 2025

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Tuition and Fees

Program cost: $17,000 ($500 per unit; 34 units required)
Non-refundable application fee: $75

Required Coursework

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There are three cohort entry points into the program. Each of them as a specific course sequence recommended and linked to it.

We want to emphasize the importance of taking your courses in the sequence designed by the program, because this sequence has been carefully developed to ensure your success and readiness as an educator.

Multiple Subject - Course Sequence Fall Cohort (August to December)
Multiple Subject - Course Sequence Spring Cohort (January to May)
Multiple Subject - Course Sequence Summer Advance Cohort (May to August)

R�ċequired Fieldwork/Internship

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Internship with a school district is required during the second year of the program.

Internship Eligibility Requirements:

Subject Matter Competency: Met through degree, CSET subtests, or coursework.
Core Coursework: Completion of TC 402, TC 404, TC 406, and TC 407.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification*: Valid Infant, Child, and Adult CPR certification.
U.S. Constitution: Verified via course or exam on transcripts.
CTC Certificate of Clearance: Fingerprint clearance required by CTC.

An Internship Eligibility Letter will be issued upon fulfilling all the above requirements, enabling candidates to apply for a teaching position.

Once you obtain a teaching position, you'll need:

Verification of Employment (VOE): Signed letter from your school district confirming full-time teaching in the appropriate specialization classroom.

We will then process and submit the candidate's paperwork to the Credential Services Department to facilitate the issuance of an Intern Credential.

*See CPR Certification Options on the right side bar.

Who Are the Best Candidates for This Program?

Anyone holding a Bachelor's degree and interested in becoming a teacher
Paraeducators
Instructional assistants
Preschool teachers
Classified school employees

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Why Choose Our Online Teaching Credential Program?

�ċ Designed for Working Professionals: Enjoy the flexibility of our online program, with evening and weekend classes designed to fit your busy schedule.
Established and Trusted Program: Join the hundreds of educators who have successfully earned their teaching credentials through our program.
Expert Faculty and Coaches: Learn from experienced faculty, coaches, and mentors who are actively working in the field, bringing real-world expertise to your education.
�ċ Personalized Support: Receive dedicated guidance from academic advisors, faculty, coaches, mentors, and program coordinators — ensuring you have the tailored support you need every step of the way.
Affordable Tuition and Flexible Payment Options: Take advantage of a tuition that has been recently reduced by $3,840and customizable payment plans designed to fit your budget.
Funding Support: Receive expert guidance on accessing grants, scholarships, and financial aid opportunities available to eligible students.
Lifelong Connections: Build lasting friendships and a strong professional network to support your career journey.

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Eligibility Requirements

To become eligible for this program, you must have the following:

Bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited university (or certified US equivalency for foreign degrees)
Subject Matter Competence (pass CSET or demonstrate course equivalency)
US Constitution Exam passing score

*Note: As of June 29, 2024, Governor Newsom signed Senate Bill 153, which includes a provision that allows a candidate’s bachelor's degree to meet the Basic Skills Requirements (BSR) for most credentials. This means that the CBEST is no longer required for our program.

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Applying for the Program

Please check out all the mandatory requirements for acceptance into the credentialing program and instructions on the application page.

Once you have the documents ready, please create an online profile on the application portal and complete the online application.

Admission decisions will be communicated via email. Upon acceptance, you will receive instructions on how to register for courses and complete enrollment.Learn More & Apply�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ �ċ�ċ

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Now Accepting Applications for the Fall 2025 Cohort!�ċ

�ċPriority Application Deadline:
November 25, 2025�ċ

�ċFinal Deadline to Apply: December 2, 2025

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READY TO APPLY?�ċ*

*Please read first the Application Process section.

Complete Application

�ċJOIN A VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSION!

Meetings occur every Monday at 4:00 PM Pacific Time on Zoom, unless otherwise noted.

Zoom info will be sent to you once you register.
Register Now�ċ�ċ�ċ �ċ�ċ

�ċFor further information, please contact:

Leng Vang
Program Advisor
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Or c�ċomplete an Inquiry Form and we will be in touch with you.

Complete Inquiry Form�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ

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Are you or have you ever been a classified school employee? You may qualify for a $4000/year scholarship towards your preliminary credential.�ċ

Find Out More�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ
CTC RESOURCES

�ċ�ċ�ċ California Commission on Teaching Credentialing (CTC)
�ċ�ċ�ċ Become a C�ċalifornia Educator
�ċ�ċ�ċ Foreign Transcript Evaluation
�ċ�ċ�ċ District Intern Credential
�ċ�ċ�ċ Certificate of Clearance

OTHER RESOURCES

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CPR CERTIFICATION OPTIONS

Education-Specialist-Preliminary-Teaching-Credential-ESN

Corina Mitu — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 20:26:08 GMT

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The �ċPreliminary Education Specialist Teaching Credential - Extensive Support Needs (ESN) specialization prepares candidates to provide specially designed instruction that enable students (TK�ċ-22) to access grade-level California Content Standards in the Least Restrictive Environment.

This specialization is designed specifically for students with Extensive Support Needs related to one or more of the following disabilities�ċ:

Autism
Deaf�ċblind disability
Emotional disturbance
I�ċntellectual disability
Multiple disabilities
Orthopedic impairment
Other health impairment
Specific learning disability
Traumatic brain injury

Note: Education Specialists with the ESN specialization cannot serve students with only hearing or visual impairments.

The education specialist provides intensive instruction and supports in two or more of the following domains:

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Communication
Gross/fine motor
Social-Emotional
Behavioral
Vocational
Adaptive/daily living skills.

�ċThe supports often include health, movement, and sensory support. ESN practices may include a lower student-to-educator ratio.

Program Highlights

This is a two-year internship-based program offering coursework 100% online. Eligible candidates work as paid interns in their second year.
Cohorts begin each semester in Spring, Summer or Fall.
First year focuses on coursework; second year, on coursework and internship.
Interns are assigned a program coach and a school district support provider.
Completion of the program results in a recommendation for a California Preliminary Teaching Credential

Cohorts & Schedule�ċ

SPRING 2026 COHORT!

Priority Deadline to apply: November 25, 2025
Final Deadline to apply: December 2, 2025
Orientation: December 9, 2025
Classified Grant Priority Deadline for $4,000 Scholarship:

December 12, 2025
Apply by this date to ensure funds are allocated to your Spring semester classes.
Available to eligible students awarded the scholarship.

Classes officially start: January 6, 2026

Tuition and Fees

Program cost: $17,000 ($500 per unit; 34 units required)
�ċNon-refundable application fee: $75

Required Coursework

The Preliminary Education Specialist Teaching Credential - ESN coursework consists of courses that prepare educators to serve students ages TK-22 with learning disabilities, autism, deaf-blind and similar needs to access grade level standards in the Least Restrictive Environment with a focus on intensive intervention.

There are three cohort entry points into the program. Each of them as a specific course sequence recommended and linked to it.

ESN - Course Sequence Fall Cohort (August to December)
ESN - Course Sequence Spring Cohort (January to May)
ESN - Course Sequence �ċSummer Advance Cohort (May to August)

R�ċequired Fieldw�ċork/Internship

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Internship with a school district is required during the second year of the program.

Internship Eligibility Requirements:

Subject Matter Competency: Met through degree, CSET subtests, or coursework.
Core Coursework: Completion of TC 402, TC 404, TC 406, and TC 407.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification*: Valid Infant, Child, and Adult CPR certification.
U.S. Constitution: Verified via course or exam on transcripts.
CTC Certificate of Clearance: Fingerprint clearance required by CTC.

An Internship Eligibility Letter will be issued upon fulfilling all the above requirements, enabling candidates to apply for a teaching position.

Once you obtain a teaching position, you'll need:

Verification of Employment (VOE): Signed letter from your school district confirming full-time teaching in the appropriate specialization classroom.

We will then process and submit the candidate's paperwork to the Credential Services Department to facilitate the issuance of an Intern Credential.

*See CPR Certification Options on the right side bar.

Who Are the Best Candidates for this Program?

Paraeducators
Instructional assistants
Preschool teachers
Classified school employees
Anyone holding a Bachelor's degree and interested in becoming a special education teacher

Why Choose Our Online Teaching Credential Program?

�ċ Designed for Working Professionals: Enjoy the flexibility of our online program, with evening and weekend classes designed to fit your busy schedule.
Established and Trusted Program: Join the hundreds of educators who have successfully earned their teaching credentials through our program.
Expert Faculty and Coaches: Learn from experienced faculty, coaches, and mentors who are actively working in the field, bringing real-world expertise to your education.
�ċ Personalized Support: Receive dedicated guidance from academic advisors, faculty, coaches, mentors, and program coordinators — ensuring you have the tailored support you need every step of the way.
Affordable Tuition and Flexible Payment Options: Take advantage of a tuition that has been recently reduced by $3,840�ċ and customizable payment plans designed to fit your budget.
Funding Support: Receive expert guidance on accessing grants, scholarships, and financial aid opportunities available to eligible students.
Lifelong Connections: Build lasting friendships and a strong professional network to support your career journey.

 

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Section Heading 1: Application Process

Page Content 2:

Eligibility Requirements

To become eligible for this program, you must have the following:

Bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited university (or certified US equivalency for foreign degrees)
Subject Matter Competence (pass CSET or demonstrate course equivalency)
US Constitution Exam passing score

Page Content 3:

Applying for the Program

Please review all mandatory requirements for acceptance into the credentialing program and follow the application instructions available on the Application Portal.

Once you have the necessary documents ready, please create an online profile on the Application Portal, if you don't already have one, and complete the online application.

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N�ċow Accepting Applications for the Spring 2026 Cohort!�ċ

Priority �ċApplication deadline:
November 25, 2025�ċ

Final �ċApplication deadline:
December 2, 2025

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READY TO APPLY?�ċ*

*Please read first the Application Process section.

Complete Application

�ċJOIN A VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSION!

Meetings occur every Monday at 4:00 PM Pacific Time on Zoom, unless otherwise noted.

Zoom info will be sent to you once you register.
Register Now�ċ�ċ�ċ �ċ�ċ

�ċFor further information, please contact:

Lisa Willett
Program Advisor
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�ċ Schedule a Zoom or an in-person �ċmeeting with Lisa

Or c�ċomplete an Inquiry Form and we will be in touch with you.

Complete Inquiry Form�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ

SCHOLARSHIPS

Are you or have you ever been a classified school employee? You may qualify for a $4000/year scholarship towards your preliminary credential.�ċ

Find Out More�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ
CTC RESOURCES

�ċ�ċ�ċ California Commission on Teaching Credentialing (CTC)
�ċ�ċ�ċ Become a C�ċalifornia Educator
�ċ�ċ�ċ Foreign Transcript Evaluation
�ċ�ċ�ċ District Intern Credential
�ċ�ċ�ċ Certificate of Clearance

OTHER RESOURCES

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CPR CERTIFICATION OPTIONS

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Education-Specialist-Preliminary-Credential-MMSN

Sonia Kao — Thu, 13 Jun 2024 21:37:53 GMT

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The Preliminary Education Specialist Teaching Credential - Mild to Moderate Support Needs (MMSN) specialization prepares candidates to provide specially designed instruction, enabling students (TK-22) to access grade-level California Content Standards�ċ in the Least Restrictive Environment.

This specialization is designed to support students with Mild to Moderate Support Needs related to one or more of the following disabilities:�ċ

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Emotional disturbance
Intellectual disability
Multiple disabilities
Orthopedic impairment
Other health impairment�ċ
Specific learning disability
Traumatic brain injury

The Education Specialist provide instruction and supports in one or more of the following domains:

Academics
Communication
Gross/fine motor
Social-Emotional
Behavioral
Learning environment access skills

�ċThe supports may also include health, movement, and sensory support. MMSN practices may include a lower student-to-educator ratio.

Program Highlights

This is a two-year internship-based program offering coursework 100% online. Eligible candidates work as paid interns in their second year.
Cohorts begin each semester in Spring, Summer or Fall.
First year focuses on coursework; second year, on coursework and internship.
Interns are assigned a program coach and a school district support provider.
Completion of the program results in a recommendation for a California Preliminary Teaching Credential

Cohorts & Schedule�ċ

SPRING 2026 COHORT!

Priority Deadline to apply: November 25, 2025
Final Deadline to apply: December 2, 2025
Orientation: December 9, 2025
Classified Grant Priority Deadline for $4,000 Scholarship:

December 12, 2025
Apply by this date to ensure funds are allocated to your Spring semester classes.
Available to eligible students awarded the scholarship.

Classes officially start: January 6, 2026

Tuition and Fees

Program cost: $17,000 ($500 per unit; 34 units required)
�ċNon-refundable application fee: $75

Required Coursework�ċ

The Preliminary Education Specialist Teaching Credential - MMSN coursework consists of courses that equip educators to serve students ages TK-22 with learning disabilities, autism, and similar needs to access Grade-Level California Content standards in the Least Restrictive Environment.

There are three cohort entry points into the program. Each of them as a specific course sequence recommended and linked to it.

MMSN - Course Sequence Fall Cohort (August to December)
MMSN - Course Sequence Spring Cohort (January to May)
MMSN - Course Sequence �ċSummer Advance Cohort (May to August)

R�ċequired Fieldw�ċork/Internship

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Internship with a school district is required during the second year of the program.

Internship Eligibility Requirements:

Subject Matter Competency: Met through degree, CSET subtests, or coursework.
Core Coursework: Completion of TC 402, TC 404, TC 406, and TC 407.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification*: Valid Infant, Child, and Adult CPR certification.
U.S. Constitution: Verified via course or exam on transcripts.
CTC Certificate of Clearance: Fingerprint clearance required by CTC.

An Internship Eligibility Letter will be issued upon fulfilling all the above requirements, enabling candidates to apply for a teaching position.

Once you obtain a teaching position, you'll need:

Verification of Employment (VOE): Signed letter from your school district confirming full-time teaching in the appropriate specialization classroom.

We will then process and submit the candidate's paperwork to the Credential Services Department to facilitate the issuance of an Intern Credential.

*See CPR Certification Options on the right side bar.

Who Are the Be�ċst Candidates for this Program?�ċ

Paraeducators
Instructional assistants
Preschool teachers
Classified school employees
Anyone holding a Bachelor's degree and interested in becoming a special education teacher

Why Choose Our Online Teaching Credential Program?

�ċ Designed for Working Professionals: Enjoy the flexibility of our online program, with evening and weekend classes designed to fit your busy schedule.
Established and Trusted Program: Join the hundreds of educators who have successfully earned their teaching credentials through our program.
Expert Faculty and Coaches: Learn from experienced faculty, coaches, and mentors who are actively working in the field, bringing real-world expertise to your education.
�ċ Personalized Support: Receive dedicated guidance from academic advisors, faculty, coaches, mentors, and program coordinators — ensuring you have the tailored support you need every step of the way.
Affordable Tuition and Flexible Payment Options: Take advantage of a tuition that has been recently reduced by $3,840and customizable payment plans designed to fit your budget.
Funding Support: Receive expert guidance on accessing grants, scholarships, and financial aid opportunities available to eligible students.
Lifelong Connections: Build lasting friendships and a strong professional network to support your career journey.

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Section Heading 1: Application Process

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Eligibility Requirements

To become eligible for this program, you must have the following:

Bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited university (or certified US equivalency for foreign degrees)
Subject Matter Competency�ċ (pass CSET or demonstrate course equivalency)
US Constitution Exam passing score

Page Content 3:

Applying for the Program

Please review all mandatory requirements for acceptance into the credentialing program and follow the application instructions available on the Application Portal.

Once you have the necessary documents ready, please create an online profile on the Application Portal, if you don’t already have one, and complete the online application.

Admission decisions will be communicated via email. Upon acceptance, you will receive instructions on how to register for courses and complete enrollment.

Learn More & Apply�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ �ċ�ċ

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N�ċow Accepting Applications for the Spring 2026 Cohort!�ċ

Priority �ċApplication deadline:
November 25, 2025�ċ

Final �ċApplication deadline:
December 2, 2025

�ċ

READY TO APPLY?�ċ*

*Please read first the Application Process section.

Complete Application

�ċJOIN A VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSION!

Meetings occur every Monday at 4:00 PM Pacific Time on Zoom, unless otherwise noted.

Zoom info will be sent to you once you register.
Register Now�ċ�ċ�ċ �ċ�ċ

�ċFor further information, please contact:

Lisa Willett
Program Advisor
��ɾ��ٳٰ��Ǳ�.�ǰ��
�ċ Schedule a Zoom or an in-person �ċmeeting with Lisa

Or c�ċomplete an Inquiry Form and we will be in touch with you.

Complete Inquiry Form�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ

S��᰿��鳧��ʳ�

Are you or have you ever been a classified school employee? You may qualify for a $4000/year scholarship towards your preliminary credential.�ċ�ċ

Find Out More�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ�ċ
CTC RESOURCES

�ċ�ċ�ċ California Commission on Teaching Credentialing (CTC)
�ċ�ċ�ċ Become a C�ċalifornia Educator
�ċ�ċ�ċ Foreign Transcript Evaluation
�ċ�ċ�ċ District Intern Credential
�ċ�ċ�ċ Certificate of Clearance

OTHER RESOURCES

�ċ

CPR CERTIFICATION OPTIONS

�ċ

Education-Specialist-Preliminary-Teaching-Credential-ECSE

Sonia Kao — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 21:29:33 GMT

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The Preliminary Education Specialist Instruction Credential - Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) specialization authorizes the holder to conduct assessments, provide instruction, and special education related services to children from birth through kindergarten, with a primary disability of:

Specific learning disabilities
Mild/moderate intellectual disability
Moderate/severe intellectual disability
Traumatic brain injury
Other health impairment
Autism spectrum disorder
Deafness-blindness
Serious emotional disturbance

Program Highlights

This is a two-year internship-based program offering coursework 100% online. Eligible candidates work as paid interns in their second year.
Cohorts begin each semester in Spring, Summer or Fall.
First year focuses on coursework; second year, on coursework and internship.
Interns are assigned a mentor at their school site and a school district support provider.
The �ċprogram can be completed in two years and leads to recommendation for a California Preliminary Teaching Credential.

Cohorts & Schedule�ċ

SPRING 2026 COHORT!

Priority Deadline to apply: November 25, 2025
Final Deadline to apply: December 2, 2025
Orientation: December 9, 2025
Classified Grant Priority Deadline for $4,000 Scholarship:

December 12, 2025
Apply by this date to ensure funds are allocated to your Spring semester classes.
Available to eligible students awarded the scholarship.

Classes officially start: January 6, 2026

�ċ

Tuition and Fees

Program cost: $17,000 ($500 per unit; 34 units required)
Non-refundable application fee: $75

Required Coursework

The Preliminary Education Specialist Teaching Credential - ECSE coursework provides a comprehensive foundation to prepare educators to work with children from birth to kindergarten, offering specialized instruction and support to meet developmental and learning needs in early childhood settings

There are three cohort entry points into the program. Each of them as a specific course sequence recommended and linked to it.

ECSE - Course Sequence Fall Cohort (August to December)
ECSE - Course Sequence Spring Cohort (January to May)
ECSE - Course Sequence Summer Advance Cohort (May to August)

R�ċequired Fieldwork/Internship

�ċ

Internship with a school district is required during the second year of the program.

Internship Eligibility Requirements:

Subject Matter Competency: Met through degree, CSET subtests, or coursework.
Core Coursework: Completion of TC 402, TC 404, TC 406, and TC 407.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification*: Valid Infant, Child, and Adult CPR certification.
U.S. Constitution: Verified via course or exam on transcripts.
CTC Certificate of Clearance: Fingerprint clearance required by CTC.

An Internship Eligibility Letter will be issued upon fulfilling all the above requirements, enabling candidates to apply for a teaching position.

Once you obtain a teaching position, you'll need:

Verification of Employment (VOE): Signed letter from your school district confirming full-time teaching in the appropriate specialization classroom.

We will then process and submit the candidate's paperwork to the Credential Services Department to facilitate the issuance of an Intern Credential.

*See CPR Certification Options on the right side bar.

Who Are the Best Candidates for This Program?

Paraeducators
Instructional assistants
Preschool teachers
Classified school employees
Anyone holding a Bachelor's degree and interested in becoming an early childhood special education teacher

Why Choose Our Online Teaching
Credential Program?

�ċ Designed for Working Professionals: Enjoy the flexibility of our online program, with evening and weekend classes designed to fit your busy schedule.
Established and Trusted Program: Join the hundreds of educators who have successfully earned their teaching credentials through our program.
Expert Faculty and Coaches: Learn from experienced faculty, coaches, and mentors who are actively working in the field, bringing real-world expertise to your education.
�ċ Personalized Support: Receive dedicated guidance from academic advisors, faculty, coaches, mentors, and program coordinators — ensuring you have the tailored support you need every step of the way.
Affordable Tuition and Flexible Payment Options: Take advantage of a tuition that has been recently reduced by $3,840 and customizable payment plans designed to fit your budget.
Funding Support: Receive expert guidance on accessing grants, scholarships, and financial aid opportunities available to eligible students.
Lifelong Connections: Build lasting friendships and a strong professional network to support your career journey.

Section Heading 1: Application Process

Page Content 2:

Eligibility Requirements

To become eligible for this program, you must have the following:

B/A or B/S Official Transcript (or certified US equivalency for foreign degrees).
�ċ US Constitution course or exam. This
requirement will be evaluated through student transcripts. If this requirement needs to be met, applicants will be notified.

Page Content 3:

Applying for the Program

Please review all mandatory requirements for acceptance into the credentialing program and follow the application instructions available on the Application Portal.

Once you have the necessary documents ready, please create an online profile on the Application Portal, if you don't already have one, and complete the online application.

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N�ċow Accepting Applications for the Spring 2026 Cohort!�ċ

Priority �ċApplication deadline:
November 25, 2025�ċ

Final �ċApplication deadline:
December 2, 2025

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READY TO APPLY?�ċ*

*Please read first the Application Process section.

Complete Application

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Are you or have you ever been a classified school employee? You may qualify for a $4000/year scholarship towards your preliminary credential.�ċ

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CTC RESOURCES

�ċ�ċ�ċ California Commission on Teaching Credentialing (CTC)
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CPR CERTIFICATION OPTIONS

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