I specialist credential. Students can also earn the multiple subjects CLAD credential while completing the specialist credential. Special education certificate programs in Early Childhood Special Education and Mediated Learning are also offered. Courses are selected under the guidance of a special education advisor. Courses are selected under the guidance of a special education adviser.
Candidates complete a thesis or project under the guidance of a chairperson and a committee.
Teacher candidates complete the Preliminary Level I credential and then have five years from the date of issuance to clear the credential and obtain the Professional Level II credential. A Level I credential internship program may be available in special education. See the program director for more information. I credential to complete Level II requirements. Master's only candidates may choose courses from the ECSE-certificate program.