Preliminary Education Specialist Credential in Early Childhood Special Education

The Education Specialist Credential in Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) is designed to prepare professional educators to provide quality early intervention and early childhood special education to young children, who are at risk or have disabilities and their families. The credential emphasizes the importance of involving parents as partners in intervention and prepares candidates to be respectful of the dynamics and values of families. ECSE views children as active participants in their learning, and trains candidates to use evidence-based and developmentally appropriate practices to foster children’s growth and development in home-based and inclusive settings. In addition, ECSE prepares candidates to collaborate with professionals in other disciplines to meet the individual needs of children and families. Coursework and fieldwork are closely integrated to facilitate the application of theory to practice.

ECSE Program website

Early Childhood Special Education (Birth-Kindergarten) Credential Coursework

Core Courses (15 units)

Course #

Course Title

Units

SPED 747

Physical Disabilities and Sensory Impairments

3
SPED 788 Law, Ethics, and Instructional Planning 3

Select One:

       SPED 791

Nature of Autism Spectrum

3

       SPED 825

Communication, Behavior and Instructional Supports: Autism

3
SPED 801 Development, Diversity and English Language Learners: Special Education 3

Health Education

Health Education course from approved list.

 

Methods Coures (21 units)

Course #

Course Title

Units
SPED 671 Positive Behavior Support for Young Children 3

SPED 737

Inclusive Learning and Supports in Early Intervention (Infants & Toddlers)

3

SPED 738

Inclusive Curriculum Development and Supports in Early Childhood Settings (Preschool - Kindergarten)

3

SPED 777

Introduction to Disability, Development, and Equity for Young Children and Their Families

3

SPED 779

Family-Centered Practices and Services for Young Children with Disabilities

3

SPED 780

Equitable Assessment Practices for Young Children with Disabilities and Their Families

3

SPED 885

Allyship, Leadership, and Collaboration for Young Children with Disabilities

3

Clinical Fieldwork & Student Teaching (16-20 units)

Course #

Course Title

Units

SPED 601

Observation and Participation in Special Education

1-3

SPED 701

Education Specialist Intern Teacher: Support Seminar (required only for intern teachers)

3
SPED 729 Student Teaching Workshop: Early Childhood Special Education 1
SPED 730 Student Teaching: Special Education 9
SPED 731 Special Education Field Experience 3
                                                           Total: (52-55 units)  

Additional CTC requirements for Preliminary Education Specialist Credential

 

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