Overview

The M.A. Education - Mild - Moderate Special Education degree program from Pacific Oaks College builds on the foundation of the bachelor’s degree students bring with them as well as their professional experience. Students in this master’s program develop a sophisticated understanding of the social, political, and cultural contexts of child and human development, preparing them to be advocates for democracy, diversity and inclusion in education at the school, district and state level. Students who complete this education specialist instruction credential program are qualified to teach students with mild to moderate disabilities in K-12 settings and to adults through age 22. Please note: All School of Education programs are taught in eight-week sessions: Fall I and II, Spring I and II, Summer 1 and II. All on-campus courses are “blended,” with 30 hours of face-to-face/in class instruction and 15 hours of online instruction.

Careers in Education

Director
Kindergarten Teacher
Grade School Teacher
High School Teacher
Special Education Teacher
Teacher Assistant or Aide

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Learning Theories and the Social, Political, and Economic Factors that have Influenced Education
The Art of Teaching Science: Inspiring Curiosity, Analytic Thinking, and Scientific Inquiry
Special Education
Teacher Credentialing
Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months
Part-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-05-05 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-08-25 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-05 00:00:00

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More details

Students are accepted year-round, three convenient starting dates for campus-based students.

Language

English

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Credits

43 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed Application for Admission
Application Fee
Resume
Personal Statement
Official Transcripts from a Regionally Accredited Bachelor’s Degree Granting Institution Showing Date of Degree Conferral
Satisfy the Basic Skills Requirement (e.g., CBEST)
Letter of Recommendation required for students whose cumulative GPA is below 2.5
Demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of Pacific Oaks College

Tuition Fee

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International

34686 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1210 USD per credit during 18 months.
National

34686 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1210 USD per credit during 18 months.
In-State

34686 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1210 USD per credit during 18 months.

Living costs for Pasadena

1100 - 1600 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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