Overview

Based on a constructivist framework, the Preliminary Mild - Moderate Disability Education Specialist Instruction Credential programme from Pacific Oaks College integrates research-based best practices into the instruction of students with mild to moderate disabilities. Students will learn about child development and working with those with disabilities—integrating these theories into pedagogies that will bring about positive learning outcomes.

Graduates of this teaching credentialing programme will be able to articulate and recognize state and federal mandates, legal requirements for assessment, Individualized Family Service Programme (IFSP), Individualized Education Programme (IEP) development and monitoring, services, and instruction of students with disabilities.

Career

Students can go into these careers:

Special Education Teachers, Preschool

Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten

Special Education Teachers, Elementary School

Special Education Teachers, Secondary School

Special Education Teachers, Middle School

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Studies of Assessment in Special Education and Transition Planning

Behavior Assessments, Interventions, and Positive Support Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-05-05 00:00:00

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More details

Students are accepted year-round.

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

37 SCH

Delivered

Blended, Online

Campus Location

Pasadena, United States

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 Fees

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Non-residents

46102 USD / year

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Out-of-State

46102 USD / year

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Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

46102 USD / year

≈ 46102 USD / year

Living costs

Pasadena

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

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

Funding

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Overview

Career

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Pasadena

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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