Program Overview

Early Childhood Special Education Added Authorization

Overview

The Early Childhood Special Education Added Authorization (ECSE-AA) is designed to prepare teachers to deliver high-quality school or in-home services to young children with disabilities (birth-5) and to their families. The added authorization is authorized by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing and can be appended to a preliminary or Clear Education Specialist (Mild Moderate Support Needs or Extensive Support Needs Specialization) Credential.

Prerequisites

• Candidate must be eligible for or hold a Preliminary or Clear Education Specialist (Mild-Moderate or Moderate-Severe specialization) Credential.
• A 3.0 GPA during the credential program is also required.

Required Courses (12 units total)

• EDSP 522A - Family Partnerships in Early Childhood Special Education Unit(s): 3
• EDSP 523A - Assessment and Instruction in Early Childhood Special Education Unit(s): 3
• EDSP 523B - Preschool Students with Disabilities Program Fieldwork Unit(s): 1

Program Details

The ECSE-AA is an online program with synchronous class meetings, designed to meet California requirements for teaching special education in early childhood settings.