SPECIAL EDUCATIONNot just Special: Exceptional

EDUCATION SPECIALIST CREDENTIAL ORIENTATION

PS/K - age 22

★ Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe ★

Kremen School of Education Kremen School of Education and Human Developmentand Human Development

We offer the following:

Preliminary Education Specialist Credential in M/M or M/S Disabilities

• Basic Credential only • Basic Credential, Clear, and Master’s (streamlined)• Internship Program – if you are already employed by

a district• Dual Program

• SPED & Multiple Subject –or-

• SPED & Multiple Subject with ECE Emphasis

Basic Credential Preliminary• Mild/Moderate Disabilities

You typically work as an RSP or SDC teacher for students with learning disabilities, language delays, delays in intellectual development, and/or serious emotional disorders.

• Mild/Moderate Disabilities Behavior may be characterized by

underachievement and a lack of social competence. They may be impulsive, distractible, and inattentive. Services are delivered primarily in the general education classroom. Most students are on diploma track.

Basic Credential Preliminary

• Moderate/Severe Disabilities Work with students with more significant

disabilities, including adults with disabilities, who require specialized support to address unique learning needs in general education, special classes, and centers. May have academic, functional, or vocational curriculum.

Basic Credential Preliminary

• Moderate/Severe Disabilities

These needs may result from a range of intellectual, behavioral, emotional, communication, sensory, and/or motor impairments. Students are served in general education, special classes, and centers.

Basic Credential Preliminary

Credential Requirements determined by State – recent changes 2010• Increased content knowledge in math,

science, reading, art, social studies, etc.• Sequenced coursework• Autism content in both MM and MS• Field experience across a variety of settings

and age groups• TPEs• MA with Clear credential classes

Teacher Performance Expectations1. Pedagogical skills for subject matter2. Monitoring student learning during instruction3. Interpretation and use of assessments4. Making Content Accessible5. Student Engagement6. Developmentally Appropriate Teaching Practices7. Teaching English Learners8. Learning about Students9. Instructional Planning10. Instructional Time11. Social Environment12. Professional, Legal, Ethical Obligations13. Professional Growth

*IF DUAL will take the Teacher Performance Assessment(FAST: Fresno Assessment of Student Teachers)

Pre- or Co-Requisites • EHD 50 – Intro to Teaching* 2 units

*or an equivalent or waiver packet

• SPED 120 – Intro to SPED 3 unitsThis class is in addition to the elementary credential (EHD 50 & CI 100)

• CI 100 - Educational Applications of Technology** 3 units**can be taken concurrently w/ Semester 1 classes

Credential Options• Preliminary SPED only = 3 semesters

• DUAL SPED & Multiple Subject = 4 semesters

• DUAL + Clear = 5 semesters

• Preliminary + Clear + MA = 5 semesters

• DUAL + Clear + MA = 6 semesters

Preliminary + Clear + MASemester 1LEE 172LEE 173SPED 130SPED 145EHD 178

Semester 2LEE 177CI 176SPED 125SPED 136 or SPED 146SPED 171 or SPED 172*Apply to Grad Program

Semester 3SPED 137 or SPED 147SPED 219SPED 233SPED 175 or SPED 176*Advancement to Candidacy

Semester 4SPED 237 or SPED 240SPED 235 or SPED 236SPED 280T/248

Semester 5SPED 298/299 Project/

Thesis

MA in Special Education• Clear credential classes are part of the units

required for MA• WHY MA?

• Expand your knowledge base as a teacher• Opens doors to positions in districts/agencies• Opportunities to teach at a Community College

or University• Needed to be accepted to doctoral programs• Moves you up on the salary schedule

Preliminary SPED-Only Credential Semester 1LEE 172LEE 173SPED 130SPED 145EHD 178

Semester 2LEE 177CI 176SPED 125SPED 136 or SPED 146SPED 171 or SPED 172

Semester 3SPED 137 or SPED 147SPED 219SPED 233SPED 175 or SPED 176

Preliminary + Clear CredentialSemester 1LEE 172LEE 173SPED 130SPED 145EHD 178

Semester 2LEE 177CI 176SPED 125SPED 136 or SPED 146SPED 171 or SPED 172*Apply to Grad Program

Semester 3SPED 137 or SPED 147SPED 219SPED 233SPED 175 or SPED 176*Advancement to Candidacy

Semester 4SPED 237 or SPED 240SPED 235 or SPED 236

*Must attend the Multiple Subject Cred Orientation**Must attend the Multiple Subject Cred Orientation*

DUAL – SPED + Multiple SubjectSemester 1CI 171LEE 172LEE 173SPED 130EHD 174

Semester 2LEE 177CI 175CI 176SPED 125EHD 110D

Semester 3SPED 136 or 146SPED 145SPED 171 or SPED 172

Semester 4SPED 219SPED 233SPED 137 or 147SPED 175 or 176

DUAL + Clear + MASemester 1CI 171LEE 172LEE 173SPED 130EHD 174

Semester 2LEE 177CI 175CI 176SPED 125EHD 110D

Semester 3SPED 136 or 146SPED 145SPED 171 or SPED 172*Apply to Grad Program

Semester 4SPED 219SPED 233SPED 137 or 147SPED 175 or 176

Semester 5 [Clear]SPED 237 or SPED 240SPED 235 or SPED 236SPED 280T/248

Semester 6 [Master’s]SPED 298/299 Project/Thesis

Program Start Times• Mild/Moderate

• Summer – Cohort• Fall• Spring

• Moderate/Severe• Fall – Dual• Spring – SPED Only M/S

*Turn in application early to have a choice*

Admission Requirementshttp://www.fresnostate.edu/kremen/applications/

esreqs.html

>>>>MUST BE TYPED<<<<<<<<

1.Applicant Data Sheet

2.Documentation of University Admission (www.csumentor.edu;*REMINDER - if graduating must also apply for postbaccalaureate standing)

3.Orientation Session Attendance Form

4.Verification of Pre-program Field Experience (EHD 50 or waiver)

5.Basic Skills Requirement (e.g., CBEST; www.cbest.nesinc.com)

Admission Requirements

6. CSET Scores (3 subtests; www.cset.nesinc.com)

7. GPA Requirement (2.67 overall or 2.75 in last 60 units; submit transcripts)

8. Admission Interview Form (word process responses; interview w/ faculty)

9. Medical Clearance (TB within 1 year)

10. Letters of recommendation (2; professional; on letterhead)

11. Advising Form

12. Certificate of Clearance (Livescan Fingerprinting)

13. Field Placement Information Form (EHD 174/178)

Live Scan FingerprintingFlyer with directions available online

http://www.fresnostate.edu/kremen/applications/esreqs.html

1. Download form (link on directions)

2.Go to get fingerprints (typically $69-$71; Fresno State Campus Police)

3.Go to website: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/online-services/

4.Follow the directions, must use a credit card for a $29.50 payment that is required

5.Watch CTC website for your clearance

Application includes Certificate of Clearance

Financial Aid and Loans

• Fresno State Financial Aidhttp://www.fresnostate.edu/studentaffairs/financialaid/

• APLE (forgivable loan)- to apply go to http://www.csusuccess.org/scholarship

• Other Resourceshttp://www.fresnostate.edu/academics/gradstudies/financial/

Spring 2013 Admissions• Apply by November 30• For updates:

http://www.fresnostate.edu/kremen/applications/cred_admin.html

If you miss the date, call! We may continue to accept applications on a space available basis.

• If needed, fill out a Special Considerations form (pink) if you want to be considered

• TURN in packet to ED 100Receive NCR form indicating documents received by office

Credential Applications

http://www.fresnostate.edu/kremen/applications/index.html

Requirements for Preliminary Credential Completion*

To apply to the state for the credential:• Bachelor’s degree completed• Program Requirements

• Courses/GPA 3.0/grades C or better• CSET (all portions passed)• CBEST (all portions passed)• RICA (passed)• Constitution Requirement met

• CSU: PLSci 2/Hist11• Certificate of Clearance met• CPR certification completed (card)

(*subject to change)(*subject to change)

Requirements to Clear Credential• After completion of Preliminary credential,

you have 5 years to complete and clear your Education Specialist Credential.

• Apply to the Clear/Graduate program (during second semester in Preliminary program)

• Clear Credential Courses (6 units)SPED 235 or SPED 236SPED 237 or SPED 240

KSOEHD: Dispositions of a Great Teacher

CollaboratorCollaborator

Reflective TeacherReflective Teacher

Ethical EducatorEthical Educator

Value DiversityValue Diversity

Critical ThinkerCritical Thinker

Life-Long LearnerLife-Long Learner

Co-Teaching Expectation in Student Teaching

Student Teacher active from Day 1

Co-teacher in:•Planning•Teaching•Grading•Management

Using team teaching models or strategies

ProfessionalismRemember each time you contact us it is as a potential teacher candidate!

•When meeting with advisors & during your interview•When you turn in your application•When interacting with faculty and staff•During classes (Poor attendance/tardies are unprofessional)•When working in the schools•Student teaching in general and special education are required

Your conduct, questions and attire are a reflection of you and are important.

Thank You For Attending !

Sign orientation attendance form!

Education Specialist Credential OrientationEducation Specialist Credential Orientation

Faculty

Ivy Fitzpatrick Ivy Fitzpatrick (Admissions; ED (Admissions; ED 100)278-0311100)278-0311

Dana PowellDana Powell278-0288278-0288danac@danac@

Hong ShenHong Shen278-0289278-0289hshen@hshen@

Colleen TorgersonColleen Torgerson278-0328278-0328colleent@colleent@

Elisa JamgochianElisa Jamgochian278-4011278-4011ejamgochian@ejamgochian@

Paul Beare, DeanPaul Beare, Dean278-0210278-0210pbeare@pbeare@