College of Education

Carl Brown, Ph.D., Dean

J. Sue Fletcher, Ed.D., Chair, Department of Physical Education and Health
Dawn Poole, Ph.D., Chair, Department of Advanced Studies in Education
Nancy Jean Smith, Ed.D., Chair, Department of Teacher Education
Kathy Shipley, M.A., Chair, Department of Liberal Studies

Mary Borba, Ed.D., Coordinator, Multiple Subject Credential
Christopher Roe, Ed.D., Coordinator, Multiple Subject Credential, Stockton Center
Juan Flores, Ed.D., Coordinator, Multiple Subject Bilingual Credential, BCLAD Certificate, and CLAD/CTEL Certificate
Karen Sniezek, Ph.D., Coordinator, Education Specialist: Mild/Moderate Disabilities and Moderate/Severe Disabilities Credentials
Karen Breshears, M.A., and Robin Hennings, M.A., Coordinators, Single Subject Credential and Single Subject Bilingual Credential
Alice Fuentes, B.A., Director of Credentials Processing
Susan Neufeld, Ph.D., Coordinator, Reading/Language Arts Specialist Credential
Chet Jensen, Ed.D., Coordinator, Administrative Services Credentials
Connie Kane, Ph.D., Coordinator, Pupil Personnel Services Credential

Office: Demergasso-Bava Hall — DBH 301
Phone: (209) 667-3652

Master of Arts in Education
Credential Programs

The College of Education has as its mission the professional preparation of teachers and school service professionals. Specifically, the College prepares elementary, middle, and secondary-level teachers and school administrators, counselors, reading/language arts specialists, instructional technologists, special educators, and physical and health educators. Faculty are committed to meeting the rightful expectation of the public regarding the education of effective and dedicated educators who exhibit competence, reflection, and a professional passion manifested in their advocacy for children and their communities.

The College offers both initial and advanced credential and certificate programs that are approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC).

College of Education Learning Objectives

Student Development The educator recognizes how students develop and learn, and provides settings that assist in their intellectual, social, physical, and individual development.

Instructional Enrichment The educator recognizes the primary need for discipline, knowledge, and pedagogical understanding, and constructs learning experiences that make these facets significant to students’ comprehension and intellectual enrichment.

Technology The educator integrates information and educational technology effectively into professional practice.

Variation The educator recognizes differences in knowledge bases and appreciates the diversity among learners, creating appropriate learning opportunities.

Academic Environment The educator understands the knowledge of the social, political, philosophical, and cultural contexts in which education occurs, including ethical standards, professional practice, and laws and regulations.

Credential Processing Center

Alice S. Fuentes, B.A., Director

Sheri Biasca and Cristina Ponce, Credential Analysts

Office: Demergasso-Bava Hall — DBH 303
Phone: (209) 667-3534

The Credential Processing Center (CPC) in the College of Education serves as the campus liaison to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) and handles education credential matters. The CPC disseminates credential information, including requirements and regulations, to campus staff, faculty, students, prospective candidates, and the general public. Individuals from out-of-state or out-of-country are advised in the CPC. Credentialed teachers may also obtain up-to-date renewal information at the Credential Processing Center.

The CPC evaluates applications for the Multiple Subject, Single Subject, and Education Specialist credential programs. The CPC verifies Subject Matter Preparation Programs (waiver) for students who will attend other institutions to complete their credential programs.

The CPC evaluates, verifies, and recommends all basic multiple subject, single subject, and education specialist teaching credentials and all professional clear, advanced, and services credentials.

The CCTC has approved the University’s programs leading to the credentials listed in the following section. For specific and current information on these credentials, please contact the identified department office.

Department of Teacher Education: (209) 667-3357

Multiple Subject Credential
Multiple Subject Bilingual Credential
Single Subject Credential
Single Subject Bilingual Credential
Reading & Language Arts Specialist Credential
CLAD/CITEL Certificate
BCLAD Certificate

Department of Advanced Studies in Education: (209) 667-3364

Education Specialist Credential:
Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe Disabilities
Administrative Services Credential
Pupil Personnel Services Credential: School Counseling

Advanced Credentials

The following advanced credentials may be completed independent of or in conjunction with the Master of Arts degree, as noted:

Preliminary Administrative Services Credential
Intern Administrative Services Credential
Pupil Personnel Services Credential: School Counseling
Preliminary Level I Education Specialist Credential
Professional Level II Education Specialist Credential

Note: Frequently, students obtain an advanced credential and the M.A. degree (especially in School Administration, since school districts may require its administrators to possess both). When seeking the advanced credential in conjunction with the M.A. degree, the student is subject to the regulations described previously, as well as those which follow. When seeking an advanced credential only, the student is subject to the following regulations:

Prerequisites

To be considered for admission to an advanced credential program, the applicant must:

Possess a baccalaureate degree.
Have earned at least a 2.75 GPA in the last 60 units earned.
Possess a valid teaching or service credential, except for the Pupil Personnel Services Credential Program or Preliminary Level I Education Specialist Credential Program.

Application Procedures

The applicant must:

Complete the University Admission form including required transcripts of college/university coursework of the last 60 units.
Submit program application and receipt for program application fee to the Department of Advanced Studies in Education Office.
Submit letters of recommendation to the department office. (Check with the specific advanced credential program coordinator for the exact number required.)
Submit test scores (e.g., CBEST, MAT), as required by the specific advanced credential program, to the department office.
Submit proof of valid teaching or service credential to the department office, if required.
Participate in an interview and/or have the program file evaluated by a credential program committee, depending on the requirements of the specific credential program.

Admission Classifications

The student applying only for a credential program will be placed in the following classifications:

Postbaccalaureate Standing: Unclassified — permits one to enroll in classes as specified by program.
To be admitted, the applicant must:
1. Complete the University Admission form.
2. Meet CSU Stanislaus admission requirements.
Postbaccalaureate Standing: Classified — fully admitted to the M.A. program. (See M.A. requirements in previous section.)

General Information

Grade Requirements: Students seeking an advanced credential are expected to maintain a GPA of 3.0 while in the program. The minimum acceptable grade for a credential course is a C. In the School Administration Program, a student earning a grade of C is considered to be on probation; on earning a second C, the candidate will be disqualified.
Final Requirements: To obtain the required recommendation for the advanced credential from CSU Stanislaus, the student must:
1. Complete all of the coursework required in the advanced credential program.
2. Demonstrate competency in the knowledge and skill areas of the program.
3. Maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 for all course work required for the credential.
4. Submit a completed application to the Credentials Processing Center (DBH 303) and make payment as directed.
5. Be recommended for the credential by the coordinator of the appropriate advanced credential program.
Class Scheduling: Courses are scheduled in the late afternoon and evening to enable employed individuals to enroll in classes.

Note: Early registration is strongly recommended. Limits are placed on class size; consequently, enrollment is not guaranteed.