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Option in Educational Psychology (code 5-3158) A research oriented Master of Arts in Education Option. Designed for students planning to pursue a doctorate or a school psychology credential. Prerequisites Fifteen units of approved upper-division units in education, including all of the following: ED P 301 or 302, 305, 350, 419, and 420. Clear Admission 1. A 2.85 minimum GPA on the last 60 semester units of course work attempted. 2. All applicants must take the GRE General Test. Files of students whose scores fall below the 25th percentile on the Verbal or Quantitative section will be reviewed to determine the appropriate remedial measures to be taken before clear admission. Evidence of satisfactory completion of any work required in connection with low test scores must be on file in the Graduate Office prior to clear admission. (See the College of Education section for additional information on clear admission.) 3. Resolution of all incomplete grades. 4. Satisfactory completion of Writing Proficiency Exam. Requirements A total of 34 units, with twenty one units in the 500/600 level series taken at this University. Core Requirements 1. All of the following (6 units): ED P 519, 520; 2. The following (3 units): ED P 555; 3. The following (6 units): ED P 698. Option Requirements 1. All of the following (6 units): ED P 604, 605; 2. Two diagnosis courses (7 units): ED P 524, and 525 or 564; 3. Two remediation courses (6 units): ED P 405, 554, 560, 579A. NOTE: Students pursuing a School Psychologist credential should not choose ED P 564 or ED P 554 from the above. School Psychologist Credential (code 950) School Psychologists consult with teachers, parents, and others regarding student learning and behavior difficulties. They monitor the progress of students with special needs, assist students to develop more productive school careers, and assist teachers in the areas of behavior management and teaching methods. A teaching credential is not required. Admission 1. Copies of transcripts verifying a GPA of 3.0 or higher on the last 60 semester units (or 90 quarter units) of course work taken; 2. Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited university; 3. Three letters of reference by persons who have had professional work association with applicant; 4. Evidence of a passing grade on the WPE; 5. A written personal statement _ the application form contains a list of the items to be included; 6. Evidence of having taken the CBEST is required prior to clear admission to the program; 7. Screening interview - after the admission committee reviews the papers sent in by each applicant, those selected for the interview will be notified as to time and place. Requirements 1. Completion of an acceptable master's degree in one of the behavioral sciences. Master's degrees which typically meet this requirement in the Department of Educational Psychology and Administration are: Master of Science in Counseling; Master of Arts in Education with an option in Educational Psychology or approved equivalent master's degree; 2. Completion of a minimum of 60 units in graduate course work or their equivalents with the approval of the PPS - School Psychology faculty in the following areas of study: Human Development and Learning: ED P 301 or 302, 305, 604, 605. Counseling, Consultation, and Pupil Personnel Services: ED P 350, 430, 515, 517, 536, 555, 615, 639. Psychological Assessment, Remediation: ED P 405, 524, 525, 527, 560, 579A. Measurement and Research: ED P 419, 420, 520. Practicum and Field Work: ED P 641 (required for students who do not have public school experience.), 642A (2 semesters at 3 units each). Electives to complete a minimum of 60 units. 3. Certification of program completion by the PPS credential School Psychology faculty is required. The student may be required to complete additional course work, field work, or demonstrate specific competencies before approval; 4. A Certificate of Clearance and successful performance on CBEST is required prior to field work/internship; 5. Field Work in School Psychology prerequisites: Master of Science in Counseling or equivalent and approval of field work-school psychology internship application by the faculty. ED P 405, 524, 525, 579A. Application deadlines are stated in the course description. School Psychology Internship See Department for details. An internship is paid field work, performed under the supervision and with the permission of the PPS credential School Psychology faculty and the school district which hires the intern. In order to be recommended to a district as a possible intern, the student must have completed the prerequisites listed above in "5.", and be approved by the School Psychology credential coordinator.
Educational leaders serve in many capacities. No matter what position an individual holds within an educational organization, all energies should be directed at maximizing the academic achievement of all students being served. The educational administration courses are designed to prepare leaders for this important work.
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Option in Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education (code 5-3162) Students pursuing the option in Educational Foundations receive both traditional and contemporary preparation through specialized, interdisciplinary study. The option is designed for individuals seeking careers in multicultural/multilingual education programs, international and global education, and/or contemporary urban educational environments, or for students interested in further academic study. Prerequisites Fifteen units of advisor approved upper division or graduate level courses in education, humanities, social and behavioral sciences, liberal studies or other appropriate areas. Three units of the 15 must include ED P 400 or a quantitative research course. Clear Admission 1. Meet University and College admission requirements; 2. Personal interview with program coordinator and/or program faculty; 3. Written statement describing previous personal/professional experience and career goals. Requirements A minimum of 30 units of upper division and graduate courses with a minimum of 21 units at the 500/600 level and a minimum of 6 units within a specialization. Core Requirements 1. One of the following (3 units): ED P 500, 595, or 696 (ED P 595 or 696 required for thesis students); 2. One of the following (3 units): ED P 573 or EDEL/EDSE 530; 3. One of the following chosen in consultation with a faculty advisor (3-6 units): ED P 695F (3) and written comprehensive examination or ED P 698 (6). Option Requirements 1. The following three courses (9 units): ED P 574, 575, 576; 2. Choice of one of the following three Specializations within the Option: International Education: The following (9 units): ED P 582, 583, 672 Language, Literacy and Culture: Two courses chosen from the following (6 units): ED P 577 [or LING 500], ED P 578 [or LING 575], or ED P 672. Urban Education: The following (6 units): ED P 615, and EDAD 649. 3. Electives chosen in consultation with an advisor to total a minimum of 30 units.
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Library Media Teacher Services Credential (code 700) The 31 unit program in Library Media prepares students for service as a library media teacher, grades K-12, in the state of California. Admission 1. Admission to the University (a maximum of three units may be completed through Open University/Extension when application is received too late for regular admission for that semester); 2. Completion of a bachelors degree; 3. Overall 3.0 GPA in the last 60 semester units of course work or completion of first 15 units of credential course work with a 3.0 GPA; 4. Three letters of recommendation; 5. A written personal statement; 6. Screening interview. Requirements 1. Core Courses (6 units): ED P 677 or EDEL/EDSE 625, and ED P 583 or EDEL/EDSE 530; 2. Specialization Courses (21 units): LI 510, 520, 530A, 530B, 540, 550, 570; 3. Passage of CBEST prior to enrolling in Field Experience (LI 580); 4. Possession of a valid California teaching credential and completion of course work prior to enrolling in Field Experience (LI 580); 5. Field Experience (4 units): LI 580.
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Master of Science in Counseling Counselors serve valuable functions in fields of education, health and human services, and business. Their domains of practice include public and private educational institutions, medical facilities and allied health agencies, social service agencies and organizations, state and federal human service agencies and programs, correctional facilities, business and industry, and private practice. The program's philosophy is to introduce students to a variety of approaches to counseling, and to encourage the development of competencies within these approaches. The program combines theory and practice utilizing on and off campus course work and field work assignments. Required courses are offered predominantly in the evening, but most field assignments require daytime participation during normal business hours defined by the off campus sites. Students coming from diverse experiential backgrounds are trained at the graduate level to be able to perform entry level duties expected by the counseling profession and its specialty areas. Students are prepared to assume future leadership positions in their area(s) of expertise after additional work experiences have been acquired in the field following graduation. The Master of Science in Counseling Program consists of three options: 1. Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling Option 2. Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling Option 3. General Option with specializations in career counseling, school counseling, and student development in higher education Each option and specialization area is developed around a 30 unit degree core. The total number of course units needed to satisfy requirements for graduation, however, depends upon the option and specialty area selected by the student. Admission Requirements 1. File an "Application for Graduate Admission," along with two complete sets of official transcripts, with the University Office of Admissions no later than March 1; 2. Transcripts must verify a GPA of 2.85 or higher on the last 60 semester (or 90 quarter) units of course work taken; 3. Evidence of completing at least a baccalaureate degree majoring in the behavioral sciences, education, or related program prior to beginning the Master of Science in Counseling program (those with other majors should seek advisement from the program faculty); 4. Three letters of recommendation (send only after notification by the program); 5. A type-written personal statement (send only after notification by the program); 6. Screening interview(s) (upon notification by the program); 7. Items 1-5 above must be on file in the department no later than April 15 for the following fall semester [students are admitted to begin course work in the fall semester only]. MFCC applicants only: Items 1-5 must be on file in the Department no later than March 1 for summer/fall or October 15 for spring, and item 6 is required. [MFCC students are permitted to begin course work in either summer, fall, or spring semester upon admission to the MFCC program]; 8. Applicants are allowed only nine semester units credit applied to curriculum requirements completed prior to admission into the first semester of the program. Degree Core 1. All of the following (24 units): ED P 419, 420, 430 (or 434B/C for SDHE), 515, 520, 531, 555, 695C; 2. Eighteen units of the degree core (ED P 419, 420, 430 or 434B/C, 515, 531, 555) must be completed prior to applying for advancement to candidacy; 3. Field work/internship (6 units) selected in consultation with the student's assigned faculty advisor: ED P 643A, 644A (school counseling), or ED P 643B, 644B (student development in higher education), or ED P 643C, 644C (career counseling), or ED P 643D, 644D (marriage, family, and child counseling), ED P 645 (vocational rehabilitation counseling); 4. One of the following chosen in consultation with the student's assigned faculty advisor: Written comprehensive examination or Thesis (ED P 698). Option in Marriage, Family and Child Counseling (MFCC) (code 6-3175) Requirements All of the following (30-32 units): ED P 510, 511, 512, 513, 522, 543, 604, 608, 609A-B, 634, and 638. Option in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling (VRC) (code 6-3170) Requirements All of the following (28-31 units): ED P 501, 502, 503, 510, 513, 529, 581, 637; and one from ED P 524 or 580. General Option (code 6-3165) Specialization Requirements All of one of the following specializations: Career Counseling (25-28 units): ED P 510, 513, 529, 530, 637, 638, and one from 516, 517, or 566; and 524 or 580. School Counseling (24 units): ED P 510, 517, 530, 536, 604, 615, 638, and 639. Student Development in Higher Education (15 units): ED P 516, 538, 548, 549, 638. School Counseling Credential (code 800) The school counseling credential is required of persons serving counseling and guidance functions beyond the advisory duties customarily performed by classroom teachers. A teaching credential or experience is not required. The credential holder is authorized to work in California public schools from kindergarten through grade 12. The counseling credential requirements include (1) undergraduate course work in the behavioral sciences and (2) specific graduate courses including practicum and field experience. Admission 1. Copies of transcripts verifying a GPA of 2.85 or higher on the last 60 semester units (or 90 quarter units) of course work taken; 2. Evidence of completing at least a baccalaureate degree majoring in the behavioral sciences, education, or related program prior to beginning the school counseling credential program (those with other majors should seek advisement from the credential program coordinator); 3. Evidence of prior experience in the kindergarten through grade 12 setting; 4. Three letters of recommendation; 5. A written personal statement; 6. Screening interview(s); 7. An application and items 1-5 above must be on file in the Department of Educational Psychology and Administration at the time of applying to the University. Applicants who do not meet all program requirements may qualify for admission by completion of approved course work or admission conditions planned by the student and coordinator. Prerequisites 1. Application for Certificate of Clearance is required for public school field work. Apply at least one year prior to the expected first field work semester. Persons possessing a valid California credential are exempt from this requirement. 2. Applicants are required to take the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) no later than the second available administration date following enrollment in the program. Requirements 1. A bachelor's degree and completion of the following undergraduate course work or equivalents approved by the program coordinator (6 units): ED P 400, 430. 2. Completion of the following or equivalent graduate courses (33 units): ED P 515, 517, 530, 536, 555, 604, 615, 638, 639, 643A, 644A; 3. Field Work Prerequisites: A. 1st Semester Counseling Field Work, ED P 643A (300 hours per semester, 20 hours per week); (1) ED P 515, 517, and 638 (or concurrent enrollment in 638); (2) Certificate of Clearance - see "prerequisites" above. B. 2nd Semester Counseling Field Work, ED P 644A: (1) ED P 530, 536, 638, and 643A; (2) Passing the CBEST prior to entrance in ED P 644A. 4. Certification of program completion by the faculty is required. The faculty may require students to complete additional course work, field work, or demonstrate specific competence before recommendation to the state CTC for the school counseling credential. School Counseling Internship Credential See Department for details. Graduate Certificate for Career Guidance Specialist This post-baccalaureate certificate program is planned for counselors and educators with interests in career education and career counseling. Admission 1. File an "Application for Graduate Admission," along with two complete sets of official transcripts, with the University Office of Admissions no later than March 1 for fall semester or October 1 for spring semester; 2. Transcripts must verify a GPA of 2.85 or higher on the last 60 semester (or 90 quarter) units of course work taken; 3. Evidence of completing at least a baccalaureate degree prior to beginning the Graduate Certificate program; 4. Two letters of recommendation (send only after notification by the program); 5. A type-written personal statement (send only after notification by the program); 6. Screening interview(s) (upon notification by the program); 7. Items 1-5 above must be on file in the department no later than November 1 for the following spring semester, or April 1 for the following fall semester; 8. Applicants are allowed only nine semester units credit applied to curriculum requirements completed prior to admission into the first semester of the program. Requirements 1. 19 core course units: ED P 434B, 529, 530, 531, 637, and 643C; 2. Passage of the Writing Proficiency Examination (WPE); 3. Approved electives in the Departments of Educational Psychology, Human Resources Management, Occupational Studies, Psychology, or Sociology as needed to fulfill 19 units upon waiver of any core course units granted upon admission to certificate progam.
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Special Education All courses required for the special education credential are scheduled in the evening for the benefit of regular teachers pursuing this advanced credential. Student teaching in special education classrooms is available during the summer to accommodate regular classroom teachers, but opportunities are limited. Master of Science in Special Education (code 6-3155) Clear Admission 1. Copies of transcripts verifying a GPA of 2.85 or higher on the last 60 semester units (or 90 quarter units) of course work taken; 2. Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution; 3. A typed essay of not less than three pages, double spaced, outlining the candidate's reasons for entering the program, experiences and training related to the program, and anticipated outcomes upon completing the program; 4. A screening interview. Prerequisites A bachelor's degree with 24 upper division units to include the following areas of study (suggested courses in education noted in parentheses): 1. Developmental: 3 units (ED P 301 or 302); 2. Statistics and Measurement: 3 units (ED P 400); 3. Individual Differences: 3 units (ED P 350). Requirements Students must complete a minimum of 30 units of upper division and graduate courses with a minimum of 21 units at the 500/600 level taken at this University. 1. Degree Core: A. The following (3 units): ED P 550; B. One of the following (3 units): ED P 500, 520, or 696; C. One of the following chosen in consultation with a faculty advisor (3-6 units): ED P 695S (3) and written comprehensive examination or ED P 698 (6). 2. Degree Requirements: A. All of the following (9 units): ED P 535, 546A or B, and 566; B. Electives to total 30 units selected in consultation with a special education faculty advisor. Special Education Specialist Credential This program provides teachers with advanced training in preparing students with learning disabilities and severe disabilities to be productive members of their communities. Admission 1. Admission to the University; 2. An overall GPA of 2.75 in all college and university course work; 3. Hold a valid California teaching credential or be enrolled in student teaching for multiple or single subjects credential. 4. Applicants are allowed only nine semester units applied to program requirements completed prior to admission to the program. Requirements Core: ED P 350, 405, 564, 579A or 579B, and 454 or C D 361. Learning Handicapped (code 463) ED P 554, 565, 586B; Severely Handicapped (code 464) ED P 561, 563, 586C. Learning handicapped credential candidates jointly pursuing a bilingual emphasis or certificate of competence may substitute ED P 454 for C D 361. Special Education Internship (Bilingual focus) In cooperation with area school districts the College of Education offers an internship program leading to the special education specialist, learning handicapped credential. This program has limited enrollment, and preference is given to applicants with demonstrated bilingual skills and experience in multicultural settings. Admission 1. Hold a valid California basic teaching credential; 2. Be employed by the cooperating school district, or have an offer of employment on an Internship Credential Program from the cooperating district; 3. Demonstrated teaching experience in a multicultural setting; 4. An overall GPA of 2.75 in all college and university course work, or permission from the Special Education Internship Council; 5. Submit a written application and letter of reference from current or most recent principal to the Special Education Internship Council. This joint district-university council will review applications, interview applicants, and select candidates. Prerequisite ED P 350. Requirements Submit the State application for a Special Education Internship Credential with supporting documents and fees to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing through the CSULB Credential Processing Center. Students must hold the Internship Credential prior to placement in a special education setting. Accept placement in a learning handicapped special education instructional setting. For some candidates this may require changing schools, according to district guidelines. Successfully complete 34 units to include the following: ED P 405, 451, 454, 554, 565, 568, 572A (8), and 572B (8). Resource Specialist (code 467) The Resource Specialist Certificate Credential Program is a post-baccalaureate program for professionals who hold a regular teaching credential and a Special Education Specialist or the Clinical Rehabilitative Services Credential in Language, Speech and Hearing with the Special Class Authorization. The candidate for this certificate must have had three or more years of teaching experience, including assignments with both regular and handicapped students. Student teaching experience can be counted toward the three-year requirement. Requirements ED P 535, 546B, 570, electives up to 3 units, based on determination of competencies in ED P 546B. (The evaluation process in ED P 546B is a certification of competencies and determination by the Special Education Faculty of the candidate's skills.)
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The Department of Educational Psychology and Administration offers graduate level course work in the following program areas: Educational Administration; Special Education; School Counseling; School Psychology; MFC Counseling; Educational Psychology; Social and Philosophical Foundations; Library Media; and Educational Research; as well as undergraduate service courses in life skills and other areas. Students desiring information should contact the department office for referral to one of the faculty advisors. All CED graduate level courses (500/600) are assumed to be traditional grading only unless stated otherwise. Graduate Degrees Master of Arts degrees in Education with the following options are offered: y Educational Administration Option y Educational Psychology Option y Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education Option Two Master of Science degrees are available: Special Education MS in Counseling offers three options: y Option in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling (MFCC); y Option in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling y General Option, Specializations: School Counseling Student Development in Higher Education Career Counseling Credentials The department offers credentials in Administrative Services (Preliminary and Professional), Pupil Personnel Services (School Counseling, School Counseling Internship, School Psychology, School Psychology Internship), Special Education (Learning Handicapped, Learning Handicapped Internship [Bilingual focus], Severely Handicapped, Resource Specialist Certificate) and Library Media Teacher Services. In addition, a Graduate Certificate as a Career Guidance Specialist is offered. Required credential courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better. The Professional Administrative Services Credential has been suspended. Master of Arts in Education Admission and Advancement to Candidacy Please refer to the College of Education section for information concerning admissions criteria and advancement to candidacy. Option in Educational Administration (code 5-3103) Educational leaders serve in many capacities. No matter what position an individual holds within an educational organization, all energies should be directed at maximizing the academic achievement of all students being served. The courses in the Educational Administration Option are designed to prepare leaders for this important work. Emphasis is placed on the role of schooling in a democratic society, instructional leadership, building collaboratives, managing and guiding change, and working with diverse populations. Because of our location, issues associated with urban schools are a primary focus of the program. Prerequisites 15 upper-division units in education including ED P 400, or equivalent experience. Clear Admission 1. Meet University admission requirements; 2. A minimum 2.85 overall GPA in the last 60 semester units of course work, and provide official copies of transcripts to the Department and University; 3. Pass the Writing Proficiency Examination (WPE); 4. Submit two non-confidential letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with your professional competence and potential as an educational leader, one of which must be from your principal or immediate supervisor; 5. Submit a double-spaced typed personal statement (2-3 pages) describing your educational and experiential background, and your philosophy of leadership; 6. Attend the Educational Administration advisement meeting. Requirements A minimum of 30 units with a 15 unit concentration in Educational Administration is required. 21 units must be in the 500/600 level series taken at this University. 1. One of the following (3 units): ED P 574 or EDAD 649; 2. One of the following (3 units): ED P 575, 576, or 672; 3. One of the following (3 units): ED P 500, 595, or 696; 4. One of the following chosen in consultation with the faculty advisor (3-6 units): EDAD 695 masters project (3 units) or EDAD 698 thesis (6 units); 5. All of the following (18 units): EDAD 541, 544, 647, 648, 650, ED P 677. Administrative Services Certification of school administrators is established in a two-level Administrative Services Credential. The Preliminary Administrative Services Certificate (first tier) has no expiration and authorizes the holder to seek an administrative position. The Certificate informs the employing school district/agency of eligibility to serve. The Certificate must be registered with the CTC at the time the candidate accepts employment as an administrator. The CTC will then issue the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential authorizing the candidate to serve as an administrator. Once issued, the Preliminary Credential is valid for five (5) years and it is not renewable. The Professional Administrative Services Credential (second tier) cannot be pursued until the candidate is employed in a position requiring an administrative credential. Once issued it is valid for five years and is renewable subject to fulfillment of professional development requirements. Due to lack of resources, the second tier credential has been suspended through 1995-96. Administrative Services Credential Preliminary (code 501) Certification under this credential authorizes the candidate to serve in any position requiring the Administrative Services Credential. The program is oriented toward the following positions: elementary and secondary principals, assistant principals, supervisors of instruction, curriculum directors, and other building level positions. Clear Admission 1. Complete the "clear admission" requirements (#'s 1-6) as listed for the MA in Education, Option Educational Administration; 2. Possession of a valid teaching credential, or pupil personnel, or library media teacher, or health services credential, or vocational education instructor's credential, or clinical rehabilitative services credential. Requirements 1. EDAD 541, 544, 580, 647, 648, 650, 680, ED P 677, and EDAD 649 or ED P 574. One of the two required field experiences (EDAD 580 or 680) must be during the school day, either during the regular year with time off, or during the summer at a year around school; 2. Passing the CBEST prior to entrance in advanced field experience (EDAD 680). Exit Requirements 1. Verification of three years of successful experience in a position requiring one of the credentials listed in "Clear Admission", Item 2; 2. Satisfy the state requirement for mainstreaming; 3. Present to program faculty a professional portfolio of course and field experience projects and papers completed during the program which demonstrate candidate competency. Administrative Services Credential Professional (code 502)