Early Childhood Special Education Added Authorization

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Authorized by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing, the Early Childhood Special Education Added Authorization (ECSE_AA) may be appended to a preliminary or Clear Education Specialist (Mild-Moderate or Moderate-Severe Specialization) Credential. The ECSE_AA prepares teachers to deliver high quality school or in-home services to young children with disabilities (birth-5) and to their families. The added authorization is designed to meet California requirements for teaching special education in early childhood settings.

Prerequisites

Candidate must be eligible for or hold a Preliminary or Clear Education Specialist (Mild-Moderate or Moderate-Severe specialization) Credential.

A 3.0 GPA during the credential program is also required.

Required Courses (12 units total)

EDSP 432 - Young Children with Special Needs Unit(s): 4
(existing SSU course in ECS major)
EDSP 522A Partnering with families in Early Childhood Special Education Credits / Units: 3
EDSP 522B Partnering with Families Fieldwork Credits / Units: 1
EDSP 523A Assessment and Instruction in Early Childhood Special Education Credits / Units: 3
EDSP 523B Assessment and Instruction Fieldwork Credits / Units: 1