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Special Education Certificate - Undergraduate
Association of Christian Schools International Certificate The credential program at Biola University meets the requirements for the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) Certificate. Requirements are identical to the California Preliminary Credential program; however, BBST 465: "Christian Philosophy of Education" must also be completed. Torrey students will complete YMDT 490: "Philosophy of Education" in place of BBST 465. Application information may be obtained from the ACSI liaison in the School of Education Office. Teaching, ACSI Certificate The credential program at Biola University meets the requirements for the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) Certificate. Requirements are identical to the California Preliminary Credential Program; however, BBST 465, YMDT 490, or SEED 501, must also be completed. Application information may be obtained from the ACSI liaison in the School of Education Office.
pedagogy coursework in order to remain in the Teacher Preparation Program. Evidence of unaddressed concerns (scores of 1 or 2), or failing to meet a professional disposition may lead to dismissal. Fieldwork Evaluation Candidates must obtain good to excellent scores in each fieldwork evaluation for teacher preparation coursework, including student teaching. U.S. Constitution Requirement The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing requires that a teaching credential candidate must have completed a minimum 2-credit course that covers the U.S. Constitution or fulfill this requirement by examination. Biola University students may complete this requirement by taking either HIST 108 or POSC 225 with a grade of "C" or better. Students receiving AP college credit for either HIST 108 or POSC 225 will also meet this requirement. Transfer coursework must be reviewed by a credential analyst in the School of Education. If an exam is required, a U.S. Constitution exam and study packet is available in Biola's School of Education. See advisor for details. CPR Candidates must show verification of current training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)—infant, child and adult—that meets the standards of either the American Heart Association "B" or "C" level course or the American Red Cross CPR course when applying for the Preliminary Teaching Credential. Advisor Contact Candidates are required to meet regularly with an advisor in their major to ensure that all requirements are met. Applying for a Credential Credential candidates complete their student teaching the second semester of their senior year or the semester after they graduate with their bachelor's degree. After successfully completing student teaching and the associated requirements, candidates make an appointment with a credential analyst in the School of Education at Biola University and apply for the Preliminary Teaching Credential from the State of California's Commission on Teacher Credentialing. The Professional Teacher Preparation Program leading to a California Teaching Credential at Biola University is subject to change in response to new legislation and for accreditation/reporting purposes. Please see a credential analyst for current information on completing the requirements for a teaching credential. English Language Learner Authorization Candidates who earn an SB2042 Multiple or Single Subject Preliminary Teaching Credential through the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing will be authorized to teach English Language Learners in their content area. This authorization provides teachers with the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to effectively teach and guide students from culturally, linguistically and socio-economically diverse backgrounds. Students interested in teaching English Language Learners at the adult level should consult with the Department of Applied Linguistics and TESOL in the Cook School of Intercultural Studies.
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BBST 465 Integration Seminar (taken as "Christian Philosophy of Education") YMDT 490 Selected Readings and Topics (taken as "Philosophy of Education") SEED 501 Philosophy and Values in Schools and Society Total Credits Special Education Certificate - Undergraduate
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The School of Education at Biola University offers an online institution- sponsored 12-credit certificate in Special Education which can be embedded into the Liberal Studies, Elementary Education major and the Liberal Studies, Multidisciplinary major as a concentration. This certificate will equip a school teacher to better serve special needs students in his/her classroom. Additionally, if a candidate later desires to go into full-time special education, this certificate may provide a head start in coursework. Candidates completing the Special Education Certificate coursework will enjoy 12 credits of focused study in special education, including fieldwork in local schools and the development of competencies that assist the candidate in working with student study teams, systematic data collection, objective reporting, and modification and accommodations to support students with mild to moderate learning disabilities in the regular classroom. The institution-sponsored certificate requires that all coursework be passed with a grade of "B-" or higher. Certificate Requirements Prerequisite Courses LEDU 301 Introduction to Teaching 3 Core Requirements A paid Taskstream subscription is required. Select 12 credits from the following: 12 LEDU 361 Issues in Special Education LEDU 362 Assessment and Evaluation of Exceptional Learners LEDU 363 Teaching Students with Mild Disabilities in Inclusive Settings
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