University of LaVerne Mild/Moderate Education Specialist Preliminary Credential
2021 – 2022
Advising Information
College of the Canyons and
University of La Verne
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The Mild-Moderate Education Specialist Credential program is designed for those interested in teaching and advocating for learners with mild/moderate special educational needs, in particular, but not exclusive to students with specific learning disabilities, emotional and or behavioral disorders, mild intellectual and or developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, traumatic brain injury, other health impairments, and those K-12 learners who are struggling in school.
Candidates develop skills in: collaboration, promoting social justice, community engagement, making professional contributions to the field, professional writing and oral communication skills
Authentic hands-on, supervised learning and supportMild-Moderate Education Specialist Credential candidates receive a complete range of instruction and support in instructing learners with mild-moderate disabilities.
Upon completion of the Education Specialist Preliminary Credential, candidates have five years to clear the Clear Education Specialist Credential
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Application: Apply online at www.laverne.edu/apply. Application fee is $50. (If you attend an info session, the fee is waived.) Application deadlines: one week prior to the start of each term.
Financial Aid: Submit the FAFSA online www.fafsa.gov
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with 2.8 or above GPA
Passing score on admissions interview
Passing score on CBEST
Passing score on CSET Multiple Subject
Current TB clearance with past two years
Certificate of Clearance through the CCTC
Health Education/Nutrition/Drug Prevention/Sexually Transmitted Disease Course OR passing score on DSST exam in Health and Human Development
US Constitution course or approved college level exam
Public speaking course of public communication competence
Computers for Educators – approved course
State of Purpose
Three current letters of recommendation on school or business letterhead
Internet access capability -
Judy Henson
jhenson@laverne.edu
(909) 448-4992Sam Ketenjian
University Center, Ste.203
sketenjian@laverne.edu
(661) 362-5876Financial Aid
1(800) 649-0160 ULV School Code: 001216Please send official transcripts to:
UNIVERSITY OF LAVERNE
Graduate Admissions
1950 Third Street
La Verne, CA 91750
e-transcripts should be sent to gradadmission@laverne.edu
Term 2021 - 2022
Duration 2 - 21/2 years
Costs Graduate Tuition: $680 per unit Academic Service Fee: $30 per class Application Fee:
$50 (waived if you attend an Information Session)
Format Accelerated 8 week semesters; 5 semesters per year; evening and occasional Saturday
Units 40 units to complete program
MAT: Mild/Moderate Credential or Dual Credential (Multiple Subjct + Mild/Moderate): https://education.laverne.edu/teaching/master-of-arts-in-teaching-inclusive-education/