California credential programs, approved by (CTC), authorize the granting of special education credentials as “basic” credentials. The approved programs at California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) include the following:

- Preliminary Education Specialist Credentials

- Clear (Induction) Education Specialist Credentials

- Intern Credentials in Special Education

- Added authorizations (see advisor for a complete listing of approved added authorizations offered)

- Education Specialist Credential Program combined with a Master of Arts Degree in Special Education

Eligiblity

- Students in upper-division standing at Cal State LA are eligible to apply and enter the program. 

- Readmission: Effective January 5, 2015, all applicants for re-admission will be required to complete a re-admission protocol and interview for consideration. Please see Charter College of Education, Office for Student Services website for specifics.

- Admission requirements are based on Title V, California Code of Regulations, University regulations, and Charter College of Education (CCOE) policies.

Admission Requirements

- Application to the California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA)

- Charter College of Education application for admission

- B.A. degree in Child Development or related field, or at least 9-semester units of Child Development coursework

- Minimum 2.75 GPA in the last 60 semester units or 90 quarter units

- Official transcripts (Transcripts for international students must be evaluated by approved agency)

- Experience with young children under five years of age as determined by an academic advisor

- Strong and supportive letters of recommendation

- A well-written and meaningful philosophy of education statement

- Verification of negative TB test taken within four years of admission to the credential program by a personal physician, Cal State LA Health Center, or other local health centers.

- Background clearance from the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC). Candidates are responsible for reviewing the CTC website for current requirements and should consult with an advisor for current policies.