Overview

The Special Education and Mild to Moderate Disabilities Education Specialist Credential program is offered at Azusa Pacific University. Course content enables candidates to take what they learn and immediately apply it in the teaching environment.

Program Highlights

Learn from expert faculty who give you the skills needed to make a lasting impact as a special education teacher.
Experience coursework grounded in a Christian worldview, creating a relevant program that enables students to make a difference in their classrooms.
Enjoy theoretical learning blended with practical classroom application to help you identify and address students’ needs.
Benefit from learning in a supportive and vibrant community of educators, and study alongside a cohort of peers as you progress through the program.
Attend class one or two nights a week as you earn your master’s degree and credential.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Methods of Teaching Reading and Writing
Specialized Academic Instruction: Reading, Writing, and Math
Assessment and IEP Development
Positive Behavior Supports for Students with Exceptional Needs
Mild to Moderate Disabilities
Historical and Philosophical Perspectives of Disability Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-21 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-24 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-23 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

46 SCH

46-49

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pacific, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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General requirements

Graduate application for admission
$45 nonrefundable application fee
Official transcripts
Two recommendations
Résumé (preferred) or statement of experience including the most relevant work and volunteer experience
One- to two-page personal statement
Proof of Certificate of Clearance (COC)
Proof the Basic Skills Requirement has been satisfied
Proof of subject matter preparation
Demonstrate proficiency in English
Provide an affidavit of financial support (PDF) and a bank statement
Submit a copy of a valid passport

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

31050 USD / year

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Out-of-State

31050 USD / year

≈ 31050 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

31050 USD / year

≈ 31050 USD / year

Additional Details

$31,050-$33,075

Living costs

Pacific

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

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