Liberal Studies 300 Liberal Studies 300 OrientationOrientation
Spring 2012
San Diego State UniversitySan Diego State University
College of EducationCollege of EducationOffice of Student ServicesOffice of Student Services
Dr. Patricia Lozada-SantoneAssistant Dean
EBA-346
Prerequisites Common to Prerequisites Common to Basic Credential Programs Basic Credential Programs
CSET/CBEST Examinations-take early (begin late in junior year)Certificate of Clearance – do 6-12
months in advance of program admission; longer if arrest or conviction record; valid for 5 years
Prerequisites Common to Prerequisites Common to Basic Credential Programs Basic Credential Programs
GPA – 2.67 cumulative (all college coursework) or 2.75 last 60 units
Dual application – apply to the university for post-graduate study AND apply to department one semester before intended enrollment
Tuberculin clearance to be valid while enrolled in program (Health Services)
Multiple Subject AdvisorMultiple Subject AdvisorSchool of Teacher EducationSchool of Teacher Education
Bonnie Telfer(619) 594-3295
[email protected] Advising:
Monday – Thursday 2:00 – 4:00 pmOffice of Student Services EBA-259
Overview of Multiple Subject Overview of Multiple Subject Credential ProgramCredential Program
Most programs are two semesters in length.
Each semester includes coursework and student teaching.
We also offer a three semester option in which student teaching takes place in the final semester.
Daily Life of a Student Daily Life of a Student Teacher Teacher (Example)(Example)
Semester 1 - First 8 Weeks (Monday - Friday)
◦Classroom Management (1 unit)◦Math Methods (3 units)◦Educational Psychology (3 units)◦Reading/Language Arts (3 units)◦Seminar (1 unit)◦ELD (3 units)
MON TUE WED THU FRI9-12Math
9-12 Ed Psych
9-12Math
9-12 Ed Psych
Other course
1-4Reading
2-4 Class mgt
1-4Reading
2-4Seminar
meetings, seminars,
4-7ELD
classroomobserving
Evenings &
weekends
Read Study Prepare assignments
Daily Life ContinuedDaily Life Continued (Example)(Example)
Semester 1 (second 8 weeks)◦Mon-Fri 7:45 - 3:30 - Student teaching
(8 units)◦Monday 4:00 - 7:00 - ELD◦Evenings and weekends - Prepare
curriculum and instruction for teaching - gather and read resources, write lesson plans, grade student work
TimelineTimelineSenior Year – First Senior Year – First
SemesterSemesterDownload an informational brochure
from our website at http://coe.sdsu.edu/ste/prospective/credential.php and carefully read the details on admission requirements.
Attend a Multiple Subject group advising session.
Work toward completion of prerequisite courses ED 451 and SPED 450/500.
TimelineTimelineSenior Year – First SemesterSenior Year – First Semester
Register to take the CSET/CBEST exams soon (passing scores on the CSU placement tests may be used in lieu of taking the CBEST exam).
Stop by the Office of Student Services in (EBA 259) and pick up information about applying for a Certificate of Clearance.
Work hard to complete your Liberal Studies requirements and maintain a strong GPA.
TimelineTimelineSenior Year – Second SemesterSenior Year – Second Semester
Complete the prerequisite courses.Check our website for deadline dates
and instructions for submitting your application.
Gather the items needed to submit with the online credential program application.
Submit an online credential program application found on our website.
TimelineTimelineSenior Year – Second SemesterSenior Year – Second SemesterApply for readmission to the university
using the graduate application at www.csumentor.edu.
Work hard to complete your Liberal Studies requirements and maintain a strong GPA.
Multiple Subject AdvisorMultiple Subject AdvisorDepartment of Policy Studies & Cross Department of Policy Studies & Cross
Cultural EducationCultural EducationDr. Sarah Maheronnaghsh
(619) [email protected]
Spring 2012 Open Advising:Mon. Noon – 4:00 pmTues. Noon – 2:00 pm
Office of Student Services EBA-259Appointments: (619) 594-5155
Multiple Subject Bilingual Multiple Subject Bilingual Authorization: Arabic, Japanese, Authorization: Arabic, Japanese,
Mandarin, Spanish, TagalogMandarin, Spanish, Tagalog
Prerequisites:◦SPED 450 or SPED 500◦ED 451◦PLC 515◦CSET LOTE in Arabic, Japanese,
Mandarin, or Tagalog◦PLC 415 (Spanish Language exam)
Dual Credential Bilingual Dual Credential Bilingual Multiple Subjects & Multiple Subjects &
Educational Specialist Educational Specialist Teacher Preparation Teacher Preparation
ProgramProgramThis dual credential teacher preparation program
is designed for Bilingual individuals proficient in Spanish & English seeking a Bilingual credential & who are interested in obtaining an additional credential as an Education Specialist in Mild/Moderate disabilities.
This is an intensive two year credential program for highly committed individuals interested in meeting the specific needs of the English language learners in California.
Dual Credential Bilingual Dual Credential Bilingual Multiple Subjects & Multiple Subjects &
Educational Specialist Educational Specialist Teacher Preparation Teacher Preparation
ProgramProgramFor additional information contact:
Mr. Ernesto Sanz at (619) [email protected]
Office Hours: Tuesdays10:00 am – 4:00 pm in EBA-226A
Website: http://coe.sdsu.edu/PLC
A Career in Special A Career in Special Education?Education?
San Diego State UniversityDepartment of Special Education
North Education Building, Room 70
What do special educators What do special educators do?do?
Work with individuals with special needs
Work in partnership with families
Work in partnership with other professionals
Provide coaching and support for older students in job placements
Advocate for individuals with disabilities
SDSU Credential SDSU Credential ProgramsPrograms
Mild/Moderate (M/M)Moderate/Severe (M/S)Early Childhood Special Education
(ECSE)
Student Admission Student Admission RequirementsRequirements
California Basic Educational Test (CBEST) Subject Matter Competency
◦ CSET: Multiple Subjects (all three subtests) or CSET: Single Subject (Math, English, Social Studies or Social Science only)
◦ Admission to Internship Program may require applicants to pass CSET: Multiple Subject.
◦ For ECSE, completion of an academic major closely allied with Early Childhood: Child Development, Speech and Language, Social Work, Psychology or Liberal Studies. If major is not considered to be closely allied to Early Childhood, you may complete Early Childhood coursework before being accepted into the ECSE program (see ECSE Advisor for more information)
Student Admission Student Admission RequirementsRequirements
GPA 2.75 last 60 semester (90 quarter) units or 2.67 overall. Once in the program, maintain a 3.00 GPA per semester
Tuberculin Clearance California Certificate of ClearanceU.S. Constitution RequirementUniversity ApplicationDepartment Application
Prerequisite CoursesPrerequisite Courses
SPED 500 – Human Exceptionality SPED 501 – Typical & Atypical Learning Processes SPED 502 – Field Experiences in General & Special Education SPED 527 – SPED in a Pluralistic Society PLC 915C – Teaching and Learning in the Content Area:
English Language Development/SDAIE TE 280 - Health Education
Courses Relevant To Credential Area Selected SPED 524 – Characteristics of Students with
Mild/Moderate Disabilities SPED 525 – Characteristics of Students with
Moderate/Severe Disabilities SPED 528 – Young Children with Disabilities and their families
Would you like more Would you like more information?information?
Contact:Department of Special Education
San Diego State University(619) 594-6665
North Education Building, Room 70
Or visit our website at:http://coe.sdsu.edu/SPED/
Office of Student Office of Student ServicesServices
Services Provided by OSS◦COE Program Advising◦Access to Campus Computers & Printers◦Exam Information and Test Prep
Resources◦Scholarship and Financial Aid Information◦Home Base to COE Student Organizations◦Education Resource Library◦And Much More!
Office of Student Office of Student ServicesServices
When You’ll See OSS During Your Program◦At your program orientation◦We will meet for a “Finishers Meeting”
approximately the 4th week of your final semester in a credential program to go over the Credential Evaluation Request process in more detail
◦Stop in and visit anytime you need information or services provided by OSS!
Office of Student Office of Student ServicesServices
Contact the College of EducationOffice of Student Services
Monday – Friday 10:00 am – 4:30 pm(619) 594-6320
Visit us in EBA-259Website: http://coe.sdsu.edu/ceac/Email: [email protected]
Assumption Program of Loans for Assumption Program of Loans for Education (APLE)Education (APLE)
Is a state-funded competitive teacher incentive program administered by the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC)
The program is designed to encourage outstanding students to become teachers and serve in critical teacher shortage area in CA public K-12 schools.
Under APLE, CSAC may assume $11,000-$19,000 in outstanding college loans.
APLE Teacher Shortage APLE Teacher Shortage AreasAreas
Agriculture (7-12)
Business (7-12)
Education Specialist Instruction (M/M & M/S)
Foreign LanguageLow Income School (K-12)
Low Performing School (K-12 in lowest 20th % of the API)
Mathematics (7-12)
Music
ReadingScience (Life/Physical)
(7-12)
Schools with High Percentage of Emergency Permit Teachers (K-12)
Schools Serving Rural Areas (K-12)
State Special School (K-12)
APLE APLE Eligibility Criteria
Have received or been approved to receive student loans (no parent loans) through the universityBe enrolled in an undergraduate or credential programHave completed a minimum of 60 semester (90 quarter) undergraduate unitsBe enrolled at least half-time (6units) each semesterMaintain satisfactory academic progress (2.5 GPA)Must apply prior to completing the coursework to obtain an initial teaching credential
Assumption BenefitsParticipants must provide four consecutive years of full-time, or part-time equivalent, teaching services in the area agreed upon at an eligible CA K-12 school.
◦ $2,000 after the first year◦ $3,000 after the second year◦ $3,000 after the third year◦ $3,000 after the fourth year
CSAC will pay a bonus amount of $1,000 for each year of teaching service provided in math, science, and special education in a low-performing school. Lowest 60% of the API.CSAC will pay a bonus amount of $1,000 for each year of teaching service provided in math, science, and special education in a low-performing school. Lowest 20% of the API. For a maximum of $19,000.
APLE – How to ApplyAPLE – How to ApplyPick up an application in EBA-259Download the application from our website:
http://coe.sdsu.edu/ceac/aid.phpApply now! Applications will continue to be accepted
until June 18, 2012Do not forget your supporting documents
◦ Copy of WebPortal transcript◦ Copy of a letter of recommendation◦ Copy of loan statement- available at
www.nslds.ed.gov For additional information or questions contact:
◦ Rocio Espinoza at [email protected]
Questions?Questions?
Office of Student Services(619) 594-6320
Visit us in EBA-259Website: http://coe.sdsu.edu/ceac/Email: [email protected]