Preliminary Level I Credential in o
The Education Specialist, Mild/Moderate Credential Program is designed for individuals interested in teaching students with learning challenges. Candidates completing the Education Specialist, Mild/Moderate Credential Program at Dominican University of California are authorized to teach students with learning disabilities, mental retardation, other health impairments, and emotional disturbances. This 40-unit program can be completed through the part-time or intern option.
The Education Specialist, Preliminary Level I Mild/Moderate Credential authorizes candidates to seek initial employment as a special education teacher, but does not authorize ongoing teaching service. Candidates need to complete Professional Level II preparation in special education within five years of the date of issuance of the Preliminary Level I Credential in order to continue ongoing teaching service as a special educator.
The Dual Credential Programs allow candidates to earn both an Education Specialist: Preliminary Level I Mild/Moderate and a Multiple or Single Subject Preliminary Credential concurrently. Candidates are required to complete coursework in both credential areas and participate in supervised student teaching or intern assignments in special education and general education classrooms. These 47-50 unit programs can be completed through the part-time or intern option.
