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A basic teaching credential may be earned in conjunction with a baccalaureate degree or following completion of a fifth-year course of study. The three basic teaching credentials are Multiple Subject Credential (Elementary School), Single Subject Credential (Secondary School), and Preliminary Level I Education Specialist Credential (Special Education).
ADMISSION INFORMATION
State Admission Requirements. California Code of Regulations, Section 41100, mandates that for admission to a teaching credential program, the student must be assessed in terms of the following criteria:
Prerequisite Courses and Field Experiences. The candidate shall have successfully completed a supervised early field experience and other prerequisite courses and experiences prescribed by the campus.
Professional Aptitude. The candidate shall demonstrate suitable aptitude for teaching in the public schools. Aptitude is assessed through interviews and letters of recommendation.
Physical Fitness. The candidate shall satisfy the standards of physical fitness required by the State Credentialing Agency.
Fundamental Skills. The candidate shall demonstrate proficiency in fundamental skills in written and spoken English, reading, and mathematics.
Scholarship. The candidate shall have attained a grade point average of at least 2.67 in all baccalaureate and postbaccalaureate coursework or a grade point average of at least 2.75 in the last 60 semester units attempted.
Personality and Character. The candidate shall demonstrate personality and character traits that satisfy the standards of the teaching profession.
Admission Exceptions. If a candidate has not met one or more admission requirements but possesses compensating strengths in other required areas, he or she may apply for conditional admission which must be cleared prior to admission to student teaching. The number of exceptions granted each year shall not exceed 15 percent of the total number of candidates admitted during the previous year.
University Admissions. University deadlines for admission applications normally are set during the semester prior to anticipated program enrollment. (Deadlines for fall and spring enrollment must be monitored.) The university may extend admission deadlines if anticipated enrollment targets are not met. For specific deadlines, applicants need to check with the Admissions Office, Joyal Administration Public Contact Window, call 559.278.2261, or look online at http://www.csumentor.edu.
Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential (2042)
Lisa Nyberg, Coordinator
Pat Christensen, Adviser
Jane Moosoolian, Adviser
Esther Rodriguez, Adviser
Janell Tatsumura, Lead Adviser
Education Building, Room 100
559.278.0300
http://education.csufresno.edu/
Program Description. Holders of Multiple Subject Credentials are
authorized to teach in self-contained classrooms commonly found in elementary
schools. The Kremen School of Education and Human Development offers the
Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential (2042). The cooperating departments
are primarily responsible for developing subject matter competency and a
baccalaureate degree in liberal studies. The Kremen School of Education
and Human Development offers required coursework in professional education.
Career Opportunities. Teacher in an elementary setting (K-6) or self-contained
(K-8) classroom.
A Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential (2042) provides authorization to teach in a self-contained classroom for a maximum time period of five years.
Requirements for Initial Admission
Program Completion Requirements (University and State Credentialing)
Professional Preparation
The courses have been sequenced by phases to provide a cohesive program. Teacher candidates must complete all courses in a phase before moving to the next phase.
Phase 1
CI 171 (3 units)
LEE 172 (3 units)
LEE 173 (3 units)
EHD 174 (2 units)
Phase 2
CI 175 (3 units)
CI 176 (3 units)
LEE 177 (3 units)
EHD 178 (2 units)
Phase 3
SPED 179 (3 units)
EHD 170 (9 units)
Total (34 units)
Note: Teacher candidates must earn a GPA of 3.0 with a "C"
or better, or a CR (Credit), on all professional preparation courses to
be recommended for the credential.
2. Demonstration of subject matter competence by passing the California Subject Exam for Teachers (CSET) Multiple Subject. Passing scores on the CSET are valid for five (5) years. (All candidates, including Blended)
3. Complete a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
4. Provisions and Principles of the U.S. Constitution. Completion of a course (two semester units or three quarter units) in the provisions and principles of the United States Constitution or passage of examination in the subject given by a regionally accredited junior college, college, or university or verification of meeting the interstate agreement requirement.
5. Pass the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA).
6. Pass the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST). (All sections)
7. Verify completion of CPR training.
Requirements for the Preliminary and Professional (clear) Credentials can change, and subject matter tests can be revised. For an update or other information, contact the Certification and Graduate Programs Office in ED 100 at 559.278.0300.
Time Restrictions. Courses required for preliminary credentials must be completed no more than 10 years prior to credential application. A preliminary credential provides authorization to teach for a maximum of five years. Requirements for completing the Professional (Clear) Multiple Subject Credential will be provided by the employing school district.
Withdrawal/Drop from Program. A student request to drop from the program made in writing, or through a complete withdrawal form, will be considered final. Reentry to the program will require reapplication to the program. An appeal for special consideration may be submitted to the Education Student Services Center, ED 100, in order to be reviewed by the Admissions and Standards Committee.
Requirements for Admission to Student Teaching. Multiple Subject Credential candidates must qualify for admission to two distinct levels of student teaching: (1) Fieldwork A and B (EHD 174 and 178) and (2) Fieldwork C Final Student Teaching (EHD 170A and B, or C).
Requirements for Admission to Field Study A (EHD 174)
Requirements for Admission to Field Study C Final Student Teaching (EHD 170 A, B, C, and D)
Note: Students who receive a "No Credit" grade in any student teaching course are required to petition the Admissions and Standards Committee for approval to retake the course. Students who receive a grade of "No Credit" for a second time will be dismissed from the Multiple Subject Credential Program. Student teachers whose placements are terminated after the date for refund of tuition are responsible for full tuition regardless of circumstances leading to termination.
The following program options offer teacher candidates a variety of routes to obtain a Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential.
General. Provides professional preparation required for teaching in self-contained educational settings (typically found in the elementary school).
Emphasis in Bilingual Cross-Cultural Language and Academic Development (BCLAD). Prepares teachers to work with English Learner students. BCLAD (Spanish and Hmong) will authorize teachers to provide academic instruction to English Learner students in their primary language. In addition to Liberal Studies concentration classes, the professional preparation courses for BCLAD are as follows:
Hmong
Spanish
For more information, see the BCLAD coordinator.
Emphasis in Early Childhood Education. Prepares elementary teachers with special expertise and experience in grades K-3. This nationally accredited Early Childhood cohort program emphasizes a developmental knowledge base, professional ethics, and integrated curriculum, and provides field experiences at the preschool, kindergarten, primary, and upper elementary levels. The ECE program is compatible with the Intern, BCLAD, and Blended/Integrated programs. For more information, see the ECE coordinator.
Communicative Disorders. Designed for students who wish to prepare for specialization in special education as educators of the deaf. For more information, see the requirements for the Deaf Education and the Special Education Specialist Credential in the Department of Communicative Disorders and Deaf Studies section.
Partnership Schools are a collaborative approach to teacher education that involves school district personnel and university faculty in supervision and professional development roles within the schools. Partnerships are daytime programs that use district facilities for university coursework and field experiences, allowing the candidates and university faculty to become part of the culture of the school and the cycle of the school year. Teacher candidates move through the program as a cohort. For more information please contact the Partnership coordinators: Dr. Chiero at 559.278.0362 or Dr. Behrend at 559.278.0325.
Dual Credential Program, Preliminary Level I Education Specialist Credential Program (Basic Program) and Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential (2042) Program. Teacher candidates may simultaneously work on a Multiple Subject and Education Specialist Credential. Some of the courses are required for both credentials and specialized dual student teaching placements may be used. Students must attend both a Multiple Subject and Special Education orientations. For more information see the Education Specialist Preliminary Level I credential.
CalStateTEACH. CalStateTEACH is an alternative path to a multiple subject teaching credential. CalStateTEACH is designed specifically to serve teachers who are interns or who can volunteer to practice teach in an elementary school (grades K-6). The Kremen School of Education and Human Development houses one of the four regional centers in the state that administers this Web-enhanced program.
(See Special Programs.)
Single Subject Credential (2042)
Jody Daughtry, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 100
559.278.0300
http://education.csufresno.edu/departments/ci/ciss_cred.htm
Program Description. The Single Subject Credential authorizes the
holder to teach in the subject area specified on the credential in departmentalized
classrooms commonly found at middle schools, high schools, and adult educational
settings. The Kremen School of Education and Human Development offers the
Preliminary Single Subject Credential in cooperation with 18 academic departments.
The cooperating departments are responsible for developing subject matter
competency; the Kremen School of Education and Human Development is primarily
responsible for developing professional education competency.
The Single Subject coordinator provides general advisement for Single Subject Credential candidates. Area advisers (see list) provide academic advisement for credential candidates majoring in their respective departments, teach methods courses in their subject fields, assign and supervise student teachers, and act as official liaisons between the subject matter departments and the Single Subject coordinator. Advisers may be contacted through the Kremen School of Education and Human Development's Advising Center.
Career Opportunities
Teacher in a secondary (6-12) or an adult education setting.
Single Subject Majors and Advisers
Agriculture: A. Parham/R. Vaughn/S. Rocca
Art: D. Nadaner/P. Fleming
Business: R. Lacy
English: . Hales
English (Theatre Arts): K. Morin
English (ESL): E. Lipp
English (Speech): S. Tannenbaum
Modern and Classical Languages (French): R. Kuhn
Modern and Classical Languages (Spanish): J. Amaral/D. Avila/Y. Doub
Industrial Technology: D. Austin
Kinesiology: T. Hamel
Mathematics: A. Tuska/R. Amarasinghe
Music: T. Mowrer/T. Westervelt
Science: D. Andrews
Social Science (History): L. Clune
Types of Single Subject Credentials (2042)
Students may earn two types of credentials through the Kremen School of Education and Human Development:
A Preliminary Single Subject Credential provides authorization to teach a specified subject in a departmentalized classroom for a maximum period of five years. Requirements for completing the Professional (Clear) Single Subject Credential will be provided by the employing school district.
Requirements for Initial Admission
Program Completion Requirements
(University and State Credentialing)
Completion of a core of professional education courses, Dispositional Assessments,
and KSOEHD Teacher Performance Assessments (TPAs).
Requirements for a Preliminary Single Subject Credential
1. Complete a 33-unit core of professional education courses.
--- General Core ---
CI 151 (3 units)
CI 152 (3 units)
CI 159 (3 units)
CI 161 (3 units)
LEE 154 (5 units)
SPED 121 (2 units)
EHD 155A (4 units)
EHD 155B (10 units)
Total (33 units)
(Note: Teacher candidates must earn a GPA of 3.0 with a C or better, or a CR (Credit), on all professional preparation courses to be recommended for the credential.
2. Demonstrate subject matter competence: (a.) Complete an approved subject matter preparation program or pass the subject matter examinations designated by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. (b.) Receive clearance from the academic adviser that subject matter competency has been met.
3. Complete a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a subject matter other than education.
4. Pass the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST).
5. Verify completion of CPR training.
Requirements for the Preliminary and Professional (clear) Credentials can change, and subject matter tests can be revised. For an update or other information, contact the Certification and Graduate Programs Office in ED 100 at 559.278.0300.
Time Restrictions. Education courses required for a Preliminary Credential must be completed no more than 10 years prior to credential application.
Note: With the exception of the Internship Program, individuals may begin a Single or Multiple Subject Credential program if they are in their senior year, have completed at least 90 units toward a bachelor's degree, and have been admitted to a credential program.
Requirements for Admission to Student Teaching
Admission to Initial Student Teaching (EHD 155A). Authorization to begin student teaching requires that the candidate do the following:
Requirement for Admission to Final Student Teaching (EHD 155B)
Note: Students who receive a "No Credit" grade in any student teaching course are required to petition the Admission and Standards Committee for approval to retake the course. Students who receive a grade of "No Credit" for a second time will be dismissed from the Single Subject Credential Program. Student teachers whose placements are terminated after the date for refund of tuition are responsible for full tuition regardless of circumstances leading to termination.
Preliminary Level I Education Specialist Credential
Options:
Dana Powell, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 350
559.278.0288
http://education.csufresno.edu/cser/sped.html
Program Description. The Education Specialist Credential authorizes
the holder to teach students with mild/moderate or moderate/severe disabilities
(K-age 22) in public or private school programs, clinics, special schools,
resource classrooms, educational programs, residential facilities, hospitals,
and other agencies serving persons with special needs. This credential program
prepares the teacher candidates through required coursework and fieldwork.
The Preliminary Level I Education Specialist Credential has two areas of specialization: Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe Disabilities. These areas of professional emphasis distinguish the student population with which the candidate seeks to pursue a special education career.
Career Opportunities. Teacher of students with disabilities in a variety of settings in collaboration with a variety of other professionals.
Requirements for Initial Admission. Applicants who already possess a Multiple Subject or Single Subject Credential will find the application process to be somewhat streamlined. Holders of one of these Basic Teaching Credentials may be exempted from some of the Admission Requirements below. Please see an adviser for further clarification.
Admission Requirements.
Program Completion Requirements
(University and State Credentialing)
Prerequisites to all programs (6 units)
EHD 50, SPED 120
Basic Program
SPED core courses (15 units)
SPED 125, 130, 135, 145, 155
Area of Emphasis
Multiple Subjects (12 units)
EHD 178; CI 171; LEE 173, 177
Practicum
Mild/Moderate Disabilities (9 units)
SPED 175 or
Moderate/Severe Disabilities (9 units)
SPED 176
Total (35 units)
Dual Certification
Multiple Subjects Core (35 units)
EHD 170D, 174, 178D; CI 171, 175, 176; LEE 172, 173, 177
Special Education Core (15 units)
SPED 125, 130, 135, 145, 155
Total (50 units)
Note: Teacher candidates must earn a GPA of 3.0 with a C or better, or a CR (Credit), on all professional preparation courses to be recommended for the credential.
2. Demonstrate subject matter competence by passing the California Subject Exam for Teachers (CSET) Multiple Subjects. (All candidates)
3. Complete a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
4. Provisions and Principles of the U.S. Constitution. Completion of a course (two semester units or three quarter units) in the provisions and principles of the United States Constitution or passage of examination in the subject given by a regionally accredited junior college, college, or university or verification of meeting the interstate agreement requirement.
5. Pass the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA).
6. Pass the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST). (All sections)
7. Verify completion of CPR training.
Requirements for the Preliminary and Professional (clear) Credentials can change, and subject matter tests can be revised. For an update or other information, contact the Certification and Graduate Programs Office in ED 100 at 559.278.0300.
Time Restrictions. Courses required for preliminary credentials must be completed no more than 10 years prior to credential application.
Requirements for Admission to Student Teaching
Requirements for Admission to Practicum (SPED 175/176 or EHD 160D)
Note: Individuals must complete practicum and fieldwork courses with a grade of B or better. Up to 9 units of Preliminary Level I coursework may be applied to the Master of Arts.
Teacher in Preparation (TIP) Internship Program. The TIP Internship program is designed for qualified individuals who have prior classroom experience and who seek an alternative route to obtaining a Preliminary Teaching Credential. Students must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and meet all criteria for admission to a basic credential program. Candidates who have been instructional assistants or successful long-term substitute teachers and who are holders of provisional short-term permits or short-term staff permits are good candidates for the internship program.
Interns have a year-long contract with a participating school district, earning a modestly reduced salary. In addition, interns enroll in coursework leading to a Preliminary Teaching Credential (Single Subject or Multiple Subject) or Level I Teaching Credential (Special Education).
For further information, please contact the Internship Office at 559.278.0232.
Admission Requirements. Applicants must complete the following:
Applicants must also participate in two levels of interviews: one by a university selection committee and another by school district personnel. Candidates must also be offered a teaching contract by a participating school district. Interns have the responsibility for finding their own jobs with participating districts.
Multiple Subject Teacher in Preparation (TIP) Internship Program Requirements.
Contact the Teacher Internship Office, 559.278.0232.
Single Subject Teacher in Preparation (TIP) Internship Program Requirements.. Contact the Teacher Internship Office, 559.278.0232.
Special Education Teacher in Preparation (TIP) Internship Program Requirements. Contact the Teacher Internship Office, 559.278.0232.
Master's Degrees and Advanced Credentials
Susan Tracz, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 447
559.278.0347
http://education.csufresno.edu/
Graduate Education Program in the Kremen School of Education and Human Development are focused on providing leadership in central California's diverse society by preparing education leaders for a new millennium. Postbaccalaureate advanced credential and master's degree programs are primarily focused on (1) preparation and enhancement of teachers and other educational leaders and (2) preparation of human service leaders who function in a variety of human development roles in both public and private sectors.
The KSOEHD offers four master's degree programs in separate areas of professional emphasis. These degree programs include the following:
1. M.A. in Education, Options:
2. M.A. in Teaching
3. M.A. in Special Education
4. M.S. in Counseling, Options:
5. M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling.
Master's degree programs can be pursued concurrently with fifth-year (postbaccalaureate) teaching credential, specialist credential, or services credential programs. For information regarding the fifth-year Professional (clear) teaching credential program, contact Multiple and Single Subject fifth-year advisers in the Certification and Graduate Programs Office in ED 100. Elective units needed to complete the 30-unit postbaccalaureate requirement may be included as part of a master's degree and/or an advanced credential program (excludes basic credential core courses and other fifth-year requirements: health, computer applications, and mainstreaming).
Advanced Credential Programs are categorized as (1) specialist credentials and (2) services credentials. These credentials require professional preparation at the postbaccalaureate level. Most specialist and services credentials require successful completion of a basic Multiple Subject or Single Subject credential. Exceptions to this are in Pupil Personnel Services, Education Specialist, and in some cases Administrative Services.
Specialist Credential Programs offered at California State University, Fresno include the following:
Services Credential Programs offered at Fresno State include the following:
1. Administrative:
(See Coordinator of Education Administration.)
2. Clinical - Rehabilitative. (See Department of Communicative Disorders and Deaf Studies, Coordinator of Clinical - Rehabilitative Program.)
3. Health (School Nurse). (See Department of Nursing, Coordinator of School Nurse Services.)
4. Pupil Personnel - School Counseling. (See Coordinator of Counselor Education.)
5. Pupil Personnel - School Psychology. (See Department of Psychology, Coordinator of School Psychology Program.)
6. Pupil Personnel - School Social Work and Child Welfare and Attendance. (See Department of Social Work Education.)
Specialist and services credential programs can be pursued concurrently with a fifth-year (postbaccalaureate) teaching credential (Multiple Subject or Single Subject) and/or a master's degree. Elective units needed to complete the 30-unit postbaccalaureate requirement may be included as part of a specialist credential, services credential, and/or master's degree (excludes basic credential core courses and fifth-year requirements: health, computer applications, and mainstreaming).
Admission Requirements. Enrollment in a KSOEHD master's degree or advanced credential program requires that separate applications for admission be completed for the university and the KSOEHD.
Students may not enroll in 200-level courses until they have been admitted to the appropriate program.
University Admission Requirements. Applicants are required to complete the California State University Application for Graduate Admission. In addition to this form, and among other requirements, the applicant is expected to provide evidence of an appropriate four-year B.A. or B.S., scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Miller Analogies Test (MAT), and a minimum GPA of 2.5 on the last 60 (90 quarter) units attempted. University applications are available online at http://www.csumentor.edu.
KSOEHD Admission Requirements
In addition to making application for admission to the university Admissions Office, consult the Certification and Graduate Programs Office in ED 100 and read information online at http://education.csufresno.edu for the following:
All students applying for admission to a master's degree or advanced credential program in the KSOEHD must meet the minimum admission requirements listed in the copy that follows and be approved for admission by a program Faculty Review Committee. Evidence of completion of these requirements is to be submitted along with required forms in one complete packet to the Certification and Graduate Programs Office, ED 151, by the application closing date. A completed admissions packet will include the following:
1. Verification of application to California State University, Fresno.
2. An application to the KSOEHD graduate programs.
3. A complete set of transcripts of all prior college or university work.
4. Evidence of a minimum GPA of 2.75 overall or on the last 60 undergraduate units. Continuing postbaccalaureate students must have attained a cumulative GPA of 2.75 on all units attempted (Special Education Programs require a GPA of 3.0).
5. A statement of purpose.
6. Three letters of recommendation.
7. Evidence of receipt of the Graduate Record Examination - General Test by providing a copy of the GRE Score Report or the Miller Analogies Test (MAT) by providing a copy of the Institution Score Report.
8. Evidence of receipt of a passing score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) if an international student. The KSOEHD also retains the option to require international students to obtain additional preparation if English usage skills are judged to be inadequate.
9. Evidence of writing proficiency by one of the following:
a. obtaining a passing score on the Upper-Division Writing Exam,
b. completing English 160W with a grade of B or better,
c. or obtaining a passing score on the CBEST.
10. Evidence of any additional requirements unique to each degree and program within the degree. Refer to the specific program information for details.
Advanced Credential Programs Only
11. The California Code of Regulations, Section 41100, mandates that for admission to a teaching credential program, the applicant shall have earned at the college level a grade point average that falls within the upper 50 percent of undergraduate students in the candidate's discipline.
Application Deadlines. University Admission Deadlines. University deadlines for graduate admission applications normally are set during the semester prior to anticipated program enrollment. For specific deadlines, applicants need to check online at http://www.csumentor.edu, or call 559.278.4073.
KSOEHD Admission Deadlines. All school admission materials required for full admission (classified standing) are to be submitted to the graduate technician in the Certification and Graduate Programs Office, ED 151. For specific KSOEHD admission deadlines, contact the Certification and Graduate Programs Office, ED 151, call 559.278.0299, or check the KSOEHD Web site at http://education.csufresno.edu. Students submitting all application material within these timelines will receive priority consideration for admission.
Applicants who have not completed all requirements for full admission (classified standing) by the University admission deadline must meet with their program coordinator. For master's degree candidates, no more than 9 units of transfer and/or California State University, Fresno Extension credit may be included in the 30-unit program, or no more than 18 units in the 60-unit program.
Applicants must complete all program application requirements prior to the first semester of enrollment in a specific credential or degree program. Early completion of application materials assures timely review and written notification of admission status.
Program Faculty Review. Following submission of all application requirements, the program faculty representing each graduate program reviews the application. Notification is then sent regarding whether or not admission has been granted.
Appeal of Admissions Decision. Applicants who have received written notification of denial of admission have an opportunity to submit a formal appeal for special consideration. Appeals for master's degree applicants are reviewed by program faculty, and appeals for advanced specialist and services credential program applicants are reviewed by the KSOEHD Admissions and Standards Committee. An appeal for special consideration must be submitted within two weeks of the date of the letter of denial in order to be considered by the program faculty during the same semester. Information regarding this process is obtained from the technician in the Certification and Graduate Programs Office, ED 151.
Graduate Writing Requirement. In keeping with California State University, Fresno's Graduate Writing Requirement (GWR), all students enrolled in the various master's degree programs must demonstrate competence in graduate-level writing prior to being advanced to candidacy for a master's degree. The Graduate Writing Requirement is designed to determine students' ability to write clearly, logically, analytically, and knowledgeably. Each program designates specific course(s) to meet the Graduate Writing Requirement. Should the student receive a passing grade in the course content but fail to demonstrate adequate writing competence, there is an appeals process. Specific course information can be found in each program's requirements.
Advancement to Candidacy/ Completion of Master's Degree. For information regarding advancement to candidacy and procedures needed to complete a master's degree, contact the Certification and Graduate Programs Office in ED 151 or check online at http://www.csufresno.edu/gradstudies/handbook/forms.html.
In order to ensure selection of courses that will be acceptable for a master's degree program, candidates should consult with the appropriate program coordinator.
Administrative Services Credentials
Donald Wise, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 350
559.278.0350
Individuals who wish to serve as educational administrators must complete preliminary and advanced levels of preparation. Holders of the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential and the Professional Clear Administrative Services Credential are authorized to serve in such positions as district superintendent, principal, program director, and any related administrative assignments at all school levels.
In special circumstances, students may be eligible for the Administrative Internship Credential. This credential allows students to have a full-time position requiring an administrative credential while they are working toward the completion of the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential.
P-12 Administration. The Preliminary Administrative Services Credential Program is a 24 semester unit program that provides basic preparation for employment in a P-12 public school administrative position. The Professional Administrative Services Credential Program is a 10 semester unit program. Once an individual completes the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential and obtains an administrative position, an application must be made to the Professional Administrative Services Credential Program within the first year of employment. The program provides individually designed advanced preparation in professional development, transformational leadership, school law, school finance, school human resource management, and other areas necessary for leadership in all education settings.
Higher Education Administration. A selection of elective courses associated with various interest areas is available for those seeking a career in higher education or a related field. This curriculum provides professional development for careers in universities, community colleges, government, corrections, hospitals, social services, the military, business, religious organizations, and other positions requiring expertise in education administration.
Grade Requirements. To be recommended for the Administrative Credential, a student must maintain academic excellence in all coursework. Once an NC or one letter grade of C or less has been earned in any course, the student will be placed on program academic probation. Upon the receipt of two NCs or letter grades of C or lower, at any point in the administrative credential program, the student will automatically be disqualified from the program.
Administrative Services Credential and Administrative Internship Credential (Preliminary)
Admission Requirements. In addition to the admission requirements listed in the Graduate Education Program section of this catalog, Administrative Services Credential and Administrative Internship Credential program applicants must meet the following requirements:
Program Requirements. Candidates for the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential who have been admitted to the program and who want to be recommended for this authorization must meet the following requirements:
Administrative Services Credential (Professional)
Admission Requirements. In addition to meeting all admission requirements for the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential, persons desiring admission to the Professional Administrative Services Credential Program must meet the following requirements:
Program Requirements. Candidates for the Professional Administrative Services Credential (Advanced Credential) who have been admitted to the program must meet the following requirements.
Early Childhood Education Specialist Credential
Shareen Abramson, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 25
559.278.0225
http://education.csufresno.edu/departments/lee/
Specialist credentials may be earned by holders of Multiple Subject, Single Subject, Education Specialist, or Pupil Personnel Services credentials. The specialist credential represents a year of postbaccalaureate study in an area of teaching specialization.
Admission Requirements. In addition to the admission requirements listed in the Graduate Education Program section of this catalog, Early Childhood Education Specialist Credential program applicants must meet the following requirements:
Program Requirements. Under the direction of the graduate adviser, each student prepares and submits an individually designed program within the following framework:
Courses taken in the Early Childhood Education Specialist Credential Program may be used to satisfy part of the clear credential (fifth year) requirements provided prior approval is obtained from the early childhood education (ECE) coordinator. Specialist credential courses may also be used to meet part or all of the requirements for a master's degree. It is strongly advised that application for the master's degree be completed at the same time the application for the specialist credential occurs.
Education Specialist Credential Professional Level II (Special
Education)
Dana Powell, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 350
559.278.0340
http://education.csufresno.edu/cser/
In the 1990s, state regulations changed the credentialing process for special education teachers making it no longer necessary to first obtain a Single Subject or Multiple Subjects teaching credential before entering the field of special education. The teacher candidate must obtain the Preliminary Level I and within five years receive the Professional Level II Education Specialist Credential.
Career Opportunities. Persons completing the Education Specialist Credential in Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe Disabilities may seek employment in public or private school programs, clinics, special schools, resource classrooms, educational programs, residential facilities, hospitals, and other agencies serving persons with special needs.
As candidates near completion of the Preliminary Level I Education Specialist Credential program, they must plan for admission to the Professional Level II Education Specialist Credential Program. Upon admission, candidates must complete all coursework and obtain the Professional Level II credential no later than five years after obtaining the Preliminary Level I credential. The Level II credential program cannot be completed with fewer than two years of documented employment in a special education position that requires the Level I credential authorization. The Professional Level II credential is required as a condition for continued employment in special education in the state of California.
The Professional Level II credential program offers specialization in mild/moderate and moderate/severe disabilities as described under the Preliminary Level I credential program. Candidates will have selected one of these professional paths for completion of the Preliminary Level I credential program. The selected specialization will be consistent with the work setting in which the candidate is employed and working under the Level I credential authorization.
The Professional Level II credential program features close cooperation between the university and the employing school district. The candidate, the candidate's adviser from the university, and an assigned and appropriately credentialed Level II teacher's support provider from the employing district will work cooperatively to develop a professional credential induction plan. The induction plan will identify the unique needs of the candidate in relation to the candidate's professional setting and will establish goals and determine specific activities, including non-university activities, that will assist candidates in their development as a professional special educator. Ongoing progress on completion of the activities specified in the induction plan will be documented in the candidate's portfolio. The induction plan can include up to 25% of the total program in approved non-university activities if they are deemed appropriate to the professional development of the candidate.
Candidates may wish to pursue the Master of Arts in Special Education while completing the requirements for the Professional Level II credential program. There is considerable coursework consistency between the requirements of these two programs; the candidate must meet the admission requirements of both programs should this be the educational objective. Please note the requirements under Master of Arts in Special Education.
Admission Requirements. Candidates may complete their application for admission to the Level II credential program toward the conclusion of their Level I credential program.
In addition to the admission requirements listed in the Graduate Education Program section of this catalog, Professional Level II Education Specialist Credential program applicants must meet the following requirements:
Since candidates for the Professional Level II Education Specialist Credential have successfully completed the CBEST, have demonstrated subject matter competency, and have maintained an adequate grade point average required for successful completion of the Preliminary Level I credential program, these issues are reviewed only to determine compliance with program admission standards.
Program Requirements. Candidates must meet the following coursework requirements:
Level II Program
Prerequisite: Level I Credential
Special Education Induction/Evaluation and Program core (12 units)
SPED 209A, 209B, 219, 233
Area of specialization (6 units)
Specific emphasis (6 units)
Or equivalent. Activities may consist of university coursework or non-university
activities that are approved as a component of the professional induction
plan. Ninety clock hours of approved workshops and/or seminars may be deemed
equivalent to the 6-unit requirement. Students may combine university and
non-university activities.
Clear courses (6 units)
HS 120 or HS 121; CI 225
Total (30 units)
Or equivalent.
Clear Courses. For Professional Level II Education Specialist credential candidates HS 120/121 and CI 225 are required.
Note: Teacher candidates must earn a GPA of 3.0 with a C or better, or a CR (Credit), on all professional preparation courses to be recommended for the credential.
Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential - School Counseling
Albert Valencia, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 453
559.278.0355
The Pupil Personnel Services Credential is required to function as a counselor in a public school setting, grades K-12.
Admission Requirements. In addition to the admission requirements listed in the Graduate Education Program section of this catalog, Pupil Personnel Services Credential program applicants must meet the following requirements:
Following receipt of the completed packet and the review by program faculty, applicants will receive written notification regarding admission status.
Program Requirements. Candidates for the Pupil Personnel Services Credential who have been approved by the Program Faculty Review Committee for admission to the program and who want to be recommended for the credential must complete the following program requirements:
Time restrictions. Courses required for the P.P.S. credential must be completed no more than 10 years prior to credential application.
Reading/Language Arts Specialist Credential
Glenn DeVoogd, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 267
559.278.0279
http://education.csufresno.edu/departments/lee/
Program Description. Reading and Language Arts graduate courses are designed to help teachers learn how to make curricular decisions about teaching reading and how to meet the needs of students with varying language communication backgrounds. Students pursuing a degree or credential in Reading and Language Arts also learn to inspire other teachers to upgrade the reading/language abilities of students through demonstrations of effective reading strategies. Graduates will be qualified to plan, organize, and develop reading programs for schools.
Career Opportunities. Graduates will be qualified to administer an array of formal and informal diagnostic tests and use a variety of correctional and remedial procedures. They also lead their staff in developing a creative and stimulating environment for growth in reading/language competency.
Reading and Language Arts graduate courses are designed to address individual professional development and career goals including:
Admission Requirements. In addition to the admission requirements listed in the Graduate Education Program section of this catalog, Reading/Language Arts Specialist Credential program applicants must meet the following requirements:
Program Requirements. Under the direction of the Reading Program Coordinator, each student prepares and submits an individually designed program within the following framework:
1. Course Requirements
LEE 213, 214, 215, 224, 230, 234, 244, 254, 278 (27 units)
2. Experience: Completion of two semesters supervised field experience (LEE 230 and 254) and three years of successful teaching experience at any grade level (K-12).
Total (27 units)
Reading/Language Arts Certificate
Glenn DeVoogd, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 267
559.278.0279
http://education.csufresno.edu/departments/lee/
Admission Requirements. In addition to the admission requirements listed in the Graduate Education Program section of this catalog, Reading/Language Arts Specialist Certificate program applicants must possess a basic teaching credential.
Program Requirements. Under the direction of the Reading Program Coordinator, each student prepares and submits an individually designed program within the following framework:
Program
LEE 213, 215, 224, 230, 278 (15 units)
Certificate courses may also be used to meet part of the requirements for a master's degree.
Victim Services Certificate Program
Joan C. Henderson-Sparks, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 237
559.278.0239
The primary goal of the Victim Services Program is to provide experiences, knowledge, and educational skills for working with victims within a criminological/human development framework. This program is also very useful for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the area of behavioral sciences.
Students working toward a Victim Services Certificate have an opportunity to receive an interdisciplinary/interagency examination of victim services as they relate to theoretical concepts, legal aspects, victim rights, causes of victimization, and services available to assist the victim. Emphasis is directed toward assisting the students in acquiring new perspectives and skills needed for working effectively with different types of victims.
Admission. For admission information, contact the Department of Criminology in McKee Fisk 244 559.278.2305.
Program Requirements. Under the direction of the graduate adviser, each student prepares and submits an individually designed program within the following framework:
1. Theory (3 units)
Victimology (CRIM 175)
2. Victim Issues (3 units)
Select a minimum of 3 units:
Family Violence (CRIM 140) (3 units)
Child Abuse (EHD 107) (3 units)
Domestic Violence (WS 116) (1 unit)
Rape (WS 108) (1 unit)
Incest (WS 109) (1 unit)
3. Service Delivery (3 units)
Select a minimum of 3 units:
Victim Services (CRIM 176) (3 units)
Child Welfare (SWRK 128) (3 units)
4. Legal/Social Policy (3 units)
Select a minimum of 3 units:
Legal Policy in Victim Services (CRIM 177) (3 units)
Women and Violence (CRIM/WS 126) (3 units)
Total (12 units)
Field Experience. An additional 3-unit field experience (CRIM 182: Internship in Victimology) is available to interested students. Enrollment can be arranged by contacting the Department of Criminology.
Certificate of Advanced Study - Criminal Justice Counseling Specialist
Sari H. Dworkin, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 439
559.278.0328
Individuals who are fully classified and advanced to candidacy in (or graduates of) the M.S. in Counseling program (MFT option) and M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling may elect to take courses leading to the Criminal Justice Counseling Specialist Certificate of Advanced Study. The certificate program is designed to enhance professional skills for counseling service within the criminal justice system. In addition to coursework required for the M.S. in Counseling (MFT option) and M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling, students seeking the Criminal Justice Counseling Specialist Certificate of Advanced Study are required to take a total of 16 units in Criminology (in addition to prerequisite CRIM 100 or equivalent), 6 units of which may be used as electives in the M.S. in Counseling (MFT option) and the M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling with approval of a faculty adviser.
Program Requirements. The required certificate courses include CRIM 153, 201, 203, and 281. (Note: Counseling students must meet with a Criminology adviser a semester prior to enrolling in CRIM 281.)
Master of Science in Criminology students seeking the Certificate are required to take an equivalent number of Counseling courses: COUN 176, 200, 208, 232, and 239 with COUN 174 as a prerequisite. (Note: Criminology students must meet with a Counseling adviser a semester prior to enrolling in COUN 239.)
Certificate of Advanced Study - Educational Technology
Roy Bohlin, Program Adviser
Education Building, Room 241
559.278.0245
This certificate program is not currently accepting applications.
The Certificate of Advanced Study in Educational Technology is a postbaccalaureate program designed to provide professional and specialized preparation for the candidate interested in acquiring knowledge and skills essential for technology-related leadership in educational settings.
Students completing this program will be able to do the following:
Up to six units of coursework taken while working on this certificate may be counted as elective units toward a Master of Arts in Education with an option in curriculum and instruction. Students who hold a valid California teaching credential may also apply to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) to have their files reviewed for the supplemental authorization "Computer Concepts and Applications."
Students who wish to pursue either of these options while working on the certificate should state such an intent early in their program so they can receive proper advising regarding master's or CTC requirements.
Admission Requirements. See the admission requirements listed in the Graduate Education Program section of this catalog.
Program Requirements. Under the direction of the program adviser, each student prepares and submits an individually designed program within the following framework:
Course Requirements
CI 225, 227, and 230 (9 units)
Approved Electives (5-6 units)
Total (14-15 units)
Donald Wise, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 350
559.278.0350
http://education.csufresno.edu/departments/era/
Program Description. The Department of Educational Research and Administration offers a program leading to a Master of Arts degree in Education with an option in Administration and Supervision. Candidates who qualify for a preliminary teaching credential, with prior approval, may use part or all of a master's degree program to satisfy the fifth-year requirements for a clear teaching credential.
Career Opportunities. The degree program provides preparation for several career opportunities, including P-12 administration*, higher education administration**, and other general administration career opportunities or professional positions.
Admission Requirements. In addition to the admission requirements listed in the Graduate Education Program section of this catalog, M. A. in Education Administration and Supervision program applicants must provide verification of advisement.
Program Requirements. Prepare and submit an individually designed
program within the following framework:
1. Core requirements (25 units)
ERA 220, ERA 288 (or CI 285), EAD 298 or 299 (10 units)
EAD 261, 262, and 9 units from the following: EAD 263, 264, 265, 266, 267, 268, 269, 272, 273, 275, 278T, 279, 281, 283, 284, 287, 288, 290; CI 274, 282, 284, 286, 287; ERA 260, 272, 288 (15 units)
2. Electives (5 units)
5 units from the above or other approved electives
Total (30 units)
__________
* For individuals seeking careers in P-12 administrative positions, the following 15 units of electives are recommended: EAD 263, 267, 268, 269, and 272.
** For individuals seeking careers in higher education administration, development, grants administration, and other administrative positions, 14 units from the following electives are recommended: EAD 267, 273, 275 or 278T, 281 or other by arrangement.
*** Students meet the Graduate Writing Requirement by passing the writing component of EAD 261.
Note: no more than 6 units of coursework taken for CR/NC only may be applied toward degree requirements.
Carol Fry Bohlin, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 234
559.278.0237
http://education.csufresno.edu/departments/ci/ci_ma.htm
Program Description. The Master of Arts in Education with an option in curriculum and instruction is designed to provide professional and specialized preparation for the candidate interested in acquiring knowledge and skills essential for the design and development of curriculum and related instructional practices. The program enables the student to elect and pursue in-depth study in areas of curriculum and instruction such as educational technology, mathematics education, science education, social science education, or other specializations related to elementary, middle school, and secondary education.
Career Opportunities
Admission Requirements. In addition to the admission requirements listed in the Graduate Education Program section of this catalog, program applicants must provide verification of advisement.
Program Requirements. Under the direction of the graduate adviser, each student prepares and submits an individually designed program within the following framework:
1. Course Requirements (16 units)
CI 250*, 275 (6 units)
ERA 220**, CI 285 or ERA 288 (6 units)
CI 298 or 299 (4 units)
2. Electives (14 units)
Electives are selected in consultation with a curriculum and instruction
faculty adviser. The electives may constitute a broad-based program in curriculum
and instruction or represent an in-depth study in a specialty area within
the context of curriculum and instruction
Total (30 units)
__________
* CI 250 includes the graduate writing requirement as part of the course.
** ERA 153 or an approved equivalent is a prerequisite for ERA 220.
Shareen Abramson, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 25
559.278.0225
http://education.csufresno.edu/departments/lee/
Program Description. The Master of Arts degree in Education with an option in early childhood education offers specialized preparation for a wide variety of positions in educational settings with children from birth through the primary grades. The program is designed to meet individual needs of candidates with different experiential and educational backgrounds and varied career objectives. Students may use the program to meet fifth-year credential requirements for the clear teaching credential.
Career Opportunities. Early childhood education graduate courses are designed to address individual professional development and career goals including the following:
Admission Requirements. In addition to the admission requirements listed in the Graduate Education Program section of this catalog, M.A. in Education Early Childhood Education program applicants must meet the following requirements:
Program Requirements. Under the direction of the graduate adviser, each student prepares and submits an individually designed program within the following framework:
1. Course Requirements (25 units)
ERA 220*; CI 285 or ERA 288; LEE 235**, 241; LEE 298B or 299 (16 units)
Select 9 units with approval of ECE coordinator: LEE 171; LEE 232, 233,
271 (9 units)
2. Approved Electives (5 units)
Total (30 units)
__________
* ERA 153 or an approved equivalent is a prerequisite for ERA 220.
** Students meet the Graduate Writing Requirement by passing the writing component of LEE 235. See graduate program coordinator for further information.
Imelda Basurto, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 267
559.278.0285
http://education.csufresno.edu/departments/lee/
Program Description. The Master of Arts degree program in Education with an option in reading/language arts is designed to provide professional and specialized preparation for classroom and resource teachers and consultants; diagnosticians and supervisors in reading clinics, schools, and community colleges. It enables graduates to do consulting and editing for publishing companies and to pursue advanced graduate study in universities offering the doctoral degree.
Reading and Language Arts graduate courses are designed to help teachers learn how to make curricular decisions about teaching reading and how to meet the needs of students with varying language communication backgrounds. Students pursuing a degree or credential in Reading and Language Arts also learn to inspire other teachers to upgrade the reading/language abilities of students through demonstrations of effective reading strategies.
Career Opportunities. Graduates will be qualified to administer an array of formal and informal diagnostic tests and use a variety of correctional and remedial procedures. They also lead their staff in developing a creative and stimulating environment for growth in reading/language competency.
Admission Requirements. In addition to the admission requirements listed in the Graduate Education Program section of this catalog, M. A. in Education Reading/Language Arts program applicants must provide verification of advisement.
Program Requirements. Under the direction of the Reading Program Coordinator, each student prepares and submits an individually designed program within the following framework:
1. Course Requirements (22 units)
ERA 220; CI 285 or ERA 288 and LEE 298A or 299 (10 units)
LEE 213, 215, 244, 278 (12 units)
2. Approved Electives (8 units)
(See adviser for suggested courses or groupings. The program offers special
elective groupings in Integrated Language Arts, Teaching English Language
Learners, Diagnostic/Clinic Experiences, and Reading Recovery.)
Total (30 units)
__________
* ERA 153 or an approved equivalent is a prerequisite for ERA 220.
** Students meet the Graduate Writing Requirement by passing the writing component of LEE 278. See graduate program coordinator for further information.
Walter Ullrich, Coordinator
Education Building
559.278.0234
wullrich@csufresno.edu
CalStateTEACH Regional Director
Education Building, Room 210C
559.278.0234
http://education.csufresno.edu/cst_mat/
Program Description. The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program is designed to improve classroom instruction, close the achievement gap in California public schools, and extend the academic and technological foundation provided in credential programs. The Web-based MAT program focuses explicitly on applied advanced study in K-12 classrooms. Many of the theoretical and research skills included in conventional master's programs are part of the MAT; however, the MAT emphasizes practitioner-oriented knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to increase learning for all students. Program applicants must be classroom teachers.
Program Requirements. The MAT is a three-semester program (fall, spring, fall) offered to cohorts of students completing a prescribed sequence of courses. A two-day program orientation on the Fresno State campus is required for all entering students.
Course Requirements
CalStateTEACH 404 or equivalent* (9 units)
CI 240 (3 units)
CI 241** (3 units)
ERA 243 (3 units)
CI 245 (4 units)
CI 246 (4 units)
CI 298 (4 units)
Total (30 units)
__________
* The MAT requires 21 units of residency. Non-CalStateTEACH applicants
must consult with the MAT program coordinator concerning equivalent coursework.
** CI 241 includes the graduate writing requirement (GWR) as part of the
course.
Dana Powell, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 350
559.278.0340
http://education.csufresno.edu/cser/
Program Description. The Master of Arts in Special Education offers advanced preparation in mild/moderate disabilities and moderate/severe disabilities and is closely related to course requirements for the Professional Level II Education Specialist Credential program. It is expected that students seeking admission to the Master of Arts in Special Education will possess a substantial entry-level background in special education, such as having made significant progress toward completion of the Preliminary Level I Education Specialist Credential program in mild/moderate or moderate/severe disabilities.
Master's degree candidates are provided various opportunities to broaden their professional and educational preparation. Faculty regularly involve degree candidates in advanced research, professional conference presentations, and collaborative writing for publication. Interested students receive mentoring concerning scholarships, grant writing, positions of leadership in school districts, and doctoral programs.
Applicants seeking the Master of Arts in Special Education who also wish to teach in special education settings in the public schools of California should be concurrently enrolled in the Education Specialist Credential program. The master's degree alone will not provide authorization for classroom instruction in the state of California. Only students seeking teaching positions in states other than California, students seeking expertise for application to employment settings that specifically exclude public education, or students desiring to teach outside of the United States may pursue the Master of Arts without concurrent enrollment in the Education Specialist Credential program. Students with these unique aspirations are responsible for understanding credentialing/licensing requirements that may pertain to their desired work setting.
Students are not required to obtain this master's degree to be employed as a fully credentialed special education teacher in California. It is the credentials (both Level I and II) that provide the required state authorization. Most individuals at the Professional Level II will desire the master's degree as a reflection of their professional preparation beyond the entry level, and for purposes of possible salary augmentation. Students who already possess a master's degree in another field are not required to complete this degree program while pursuing the education specialist credentials.
It is essential that time considerations for admission to and completion of the Master of Arts and credential programs be observed. Applicants who wish to be fully credentialed as special education teachers must complete the Professional Level II Education Specialist Credential program in mild/moderate or moderate/severe disabilities within five years of completing the Level I program. Six units of Special Education coursework may be brought forward from the Level II credential program to the Master of Arts program. The Master of Arts must be completed no later than five years subsequent to taking the first approved course for the degree.
Career Opportunities. Persons completing the Master of Arts in Special Education may seek employment in public or private school programs, clinics, special schools, resource classrooms, educational programs, residential facilities, hospitals, and other agencies serving persons with special needs.
Admission Requirements. In addition to the admission requirements listed in the Graduate Education Program section of this catalog, M. A. in Special Education program applicants must meet the following requirements:
Program Requirements. Under the direction of the graduate adviser, each student prepares and submits an individually designed program within the following framework:
Core requirements (19 units)
6 units of approved postbaccalaureate coursework in special education from
the Level II Education Specialist Credential Program or equivalent (6 units)
ERA 220 and SPED 298 or 299 (7 units)
SPED 219, 233* (6 units)
Area of specialization (6 units)
--- Mild/Moderate Disabilities ---
SPED 235 and 237
--- Moderate/Severe Disabilities ---
SPED 236 and 240
Electives (5 units)
Electives are determined in consultation with the student's program adviser
and are to support the student's development in areas of specific emphasis
(e.g. severe emotional disturbance, early childhood special education, home/school/community
collaboration, etc.) All elective units must meet the criteria for graduate-level
experiences.
Total (30 units)
__________
* Students meet the Graduate Writing Requirement by passing the writing component of SPED 233. Contact the coordinator of the Special Education Program for more information.
Options: Marriage and Family Therapy
and Counseling and Student Services Specialization: K-12, Higher Education
Claire Sham Choy, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 443
559.278.0345
Program Description. The Master of Science in Counseling is a professional degree program designed for persons who desire to practice in the field of counseling. The Master of Science includes two program options: (1) the Option in Marriage and Family Therapy and (2) the Option in Counseling and Student Services.
Career Opportunities. Completion of the M.S. in Counseling with an option in marriage and family therapy (MFT) may qualify graduates for employment in private or agency counseling practices, county mental health programs, employee assistance programs, drug and alcohol abuse centers, and hospital mental health settings. The MFT option may fulfill the educational requirements for the state of California Marriage and Family Therapist License. Since this program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), upon graduation MFT students are qualified to take the National Certified Counselor Exam, which is used in the professional counselor licensing process in more than 35 states.
Admission Requirements. In addition to the admission requirements listed in the Graduate Education Program section of this catalog, M. S. in Counseling program applicants must meet the following requirements:
The Master of Science in Counseling is a 60-unit professional degree program designed for persons who desire to practice in the field of counseling. The degree may qualify graduates for employment in private or agency counseling practices, county mental health programs, employee assistance programs, drug and alcohol abuse centers, and hospital mental health settings. Completion of the M.S. in Counseling with an option in marriage and family therapy fulfills the educational requirements for the state of California Marriage and Family Therapist License.
Students seeking licensure should contact the coordinator of counselor education for information regarding licensing. This degree program is designed to meet the requirements of Division 2, Chapter 13, Section 4980.37 of the California Business and Professions Code. The MFT option is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). Students are qualified to take the National Certified Counselor Exam upon graduation, which is used in the professional counselor licensing process in more than 35 states.
Program Requirements. Under the direction of a graduate adviser, each student develops and submits an individually designed program within the following framework:
Core requirements (25 units)
COUN 200, 201, 202, 203, 206, 208, 220; ERA 220
Marriage and Family Therapy Option (28 units)
COUN 230, 231, 232, 233, 234A, B, C, D, E, 238 (4 units), 239 (6 units)
Culminating experience (7 units)
Choose between (a) 7 units of electives plus comprehensive exam,
(b) COUN 298 Project [3 units] plus 4 units of electives, or (c) COUN 299
Thesis [3 units] plus 4 units of electives.
Total (60 units)
Note: (1) Practicum must be completed with a grade of B or better. During the semester that students are enrolled in COUN 208, the Clinical Review Committee of program faculty convenes to evaluate students. The criteria for this evaluation are based on skills and qualities considered appropriate for entry-level counselors. Students may be asked to leave the program if committee recommendations are not met. Students will not be allowed to advance to candidacy until they pass the clinical review. (2) Students meet the Graduate Writing Requirement by passing the writing component of COUN 220. Please refer to the specific counseling program's Student Handbook for additional information regarding the Graduate Writing Requirement and appeals process.
The Option in Counseling and Student Services is a 48 unit program that is designed for individuals seeking advanced preparation for careers in educational settings.
There are two specialization areas in this option. The K-12 specialization is designed to complement the Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPS) curriculum and is intended to enhance preparation of public school counselors. The PPS credential is required of those seeking employment as counselors in the K-12 public schools.
The Higher Education specialization is designed to prepare individuals for employment as student service professionals in four-year and community college settings. Graduates with this degree are prepared for employment in the multifaceted arena of higher education.
Under the direction of a graduate adviser, each student develops and submits an individually designed program within the following framework:
Core requirements (25 units)
COUN 200, 201, 202, 203, 206, 208, 220; ERA 220
Higher Education Specialization (18 units)
COUN 214, 215, 219; CI 285 or ERA 288; EAD 261
Culminating experiences (5 units)
(a) Comprehensive exam [0 units] plus 5 units of electives (b) COUN 298
Project [3 units] plus 2 units of electives, or (c) COUN 299 Thesis [3 units]
plus 2 units of electives.
Total (48 units)
Under the direction of a graduate adviser, each student develops and submits an individually designed program within the following framework:
Core requirements (25 units)
COUN 200, 201, 202, 203, 206, 208, 220; ERA 220
K-12 Specialization (16 units)
COUN 240, 241, 242, 249 (4 units); CI 285 or ERA 288
Culminating experiences (7 units)
(a) Comprehensive exam [0 units] plus 7 units of electives (b) COUN
298 Project [3 units] plus 4 units of electives, or (c) COUN 299 Thesis
[3 units] plus 4 units of electives.
Total (48 units)
Note: (1) Practicum must be completed with a grade of B or better. (2) During the semester that students are enrolled in COUN 208, the Clinical Review Committee of program faculty convenes to evaluate students. The criteria for this evaluation are based on skills and qualities considered appropriate for entry-level counselors. Students may be asked to leave the program if committee recommendations are not met. Students will not be allowed to advance to candidacy until they pass the clinical review. (3) Students meet the Graduate Writing Requirement by passing the writing component of COUN 220. Please refer to the specific counseling program's Student Handbook for additional information regarding the Graduate Writing Requirement and appeals process.
Charles Arokiasamy, Coordinator
Education Building, Room 350D
559.278.0325
Program Description. The Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling is a 60-unit professional degree program designed to cover two years of full-time coursework, including a full semester of internship. The program combines classroom and practical field experiences, which integrates theory and practice of rehabilitation counseling. Upon graduation, all students are expected to be competent in individual and group counseling, case management, medical and psychological aspects of disability, ethics, assessment, independent living philosophy, and all other knowledge domain areas of the Commission on the Certification of Rehabilitation Counselors (CRCC).
The program is accredited by the Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE). Students are eligible to take the national exam to become a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) during the last semester of study.
It is ranked among the top 20 in the country by the U.S. News and World Report.
Career Opportunities. Persons completing the M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling may become employed in a variety of work settings including state and federal vocational rehabilitation programs, sheltered workshops, medical rehabilitation centers, private practice, drug and alcohol abuse rehabilitation programs, county and private mental health programs, community colleges and university disabled student programs, industrial accident/employee assistance programs, and insurance company rehabilitation programs. The M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling qualifies students to take the national exam to become a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC).
Admission Requirements. In addition to the admission requirements listed in the Graduate Education Program section of this catalog, M. S. in Rehabilitation Counseling program applicants must meet the following requirements:
Program prerequisites may not be counted toward the Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling. The prerequisites may be completed during the first semester of the program, but students may not complete more than 10 units of 200-level coursework before obtaining classified standing (full admission to the program).
Program Requirements. Under the direction of the graduate adviser, each student prepares and submits an individually designed program within the following framework:
Core requirements (44 units)
COUN 250, 251A, 251B, 252, 253, 257, 258, 260, 263, 268A or B or C, 269
Courses in supporting curriculum (9 units)
Research methods: ERA 220 (3 units)
Individual and group counseling skills: COUN 200, 202 (6 units)
Elective (1 unit)
(Approved by adviser.)
Culminating Experience (6 units)
Choose between (a) 6 units of electives plus comprehensive exam,
(b) COUN 298 Project [3 units] plus 3 units of electives, or (c) COUN 299
Thesis [6 units].
Total (60 units)
Note: (1) COUN 250, 251A, 251B, 257, and 258 must be completed with a grade of B or better. (2) Students meet the Graduate Writing Requirement by passing the writing component of COUN 257 or 258. Please refer to the program's Student Manual for additional information.
In order to graduate, the student must demonstrate proficiency by the satisfactory completion of a culminating experience, the graduate writing requirement, and two clinical reviews in addition to fulfillment of all other specified degree requirements.
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