Requirements (51-75 units)
The Moderate/Severe Disabilities Intern Program is an alternative preparation program in which interns are employed full-time as special day class teachers for pupils with moderate/severe disabilities while earning the Preliminary Level I Education Specialist Credential for Moderate/Severe Disabilities. All requirements must be completed in five consecutive quarters. Interns earn tenure credit in their districts and receive ongoing supervision/support from a university supervisor and district support provider. Interested applicants should contact the Moderate/Severe Disabilities Intern Coordinator for program information, including the program course sequence and program costs.
Admission to the Program
In addition to meeting the general requirements of the university for admission as a postbaccalaureate student, admission to the Internship Education Specialist Credential program requires the following:
1. Written verification of passing score for the California Basic Edu-cational Skills Test (CBEST);
2. Verification of subject matter competence by one of the following:
a. completion of an equivalent California-approved subject matter preparation program verified in writing by authorized personnel;
b. written verification of a passing score on the CSET or SSAT examination;
c. completion of an approved subject matter preparation program offered on this campus or an approved subject matter preparation program at another California campus, verified in writing by authorized personnel;
3. Preparation to teach English learners must be verified by one of the following:
a. Pre-service EL coursework/instruction
b. Valid California Credential with EL Authorization
c. CLAD/BCLAD Certification;
4. Three written recommendations, including at least one from immediate supervisor;
5. Interview by university/school district representatives.
Recommendation for the Internship Education Specialist Credential: Moderate/Severe Disabilities
1. Submission of application for the Internship Education Specialist Credential: Moderate/Severe Disabilities;
2. Employment as a special day class teacher for pupils with moderate/severe disabilities in a participating school district, verified by district intern contract;
3. Verification of a negative tuberculin examination within the last four years;
4. Submission of an application for a Certificate of Clearance or evidence of a credential or permit authorizing public school teaching in California;
5. Completion of the U.S. Constitution requirement by one of the following:
A. HIST 146. American Civilization (4)
B. HIST 200. United States History to 1877 (4)
C. HIST 540. Constitutional History of the United States (4)
D. PSCI 203. American Government (4)
E. PSCI 410. American Constitutional Law (4)
F. PSCI 411. The Bill of Rights (4)
G. Successful completion of an examination administered through the College of Extended Learning;
H. Approved U.S. Constitution course substitution at another university.
6. Verification of a passing score on the RICA (Reading Instruction Competence Assessment.)
Note: Holders of a valid California teaching credential based on a baccalaureate degree and completion of a teacher education program including student teaching, will be exempt from the RICA. Contact C.A.S.E. for further information (909) 537-5609.
Credential Requirements (51-75 units)
While enrolled in the program, students are required to register for five consecutive quarters. During fall, winter, spring and summer quarters, students enroll each quarter in two courses and one eight-unit fieldwork course. All students are required to meet with the program coordinator and complete a Program Coursework Plan prior to beginning their course of study. The following Level I General Education courses need to be completed with a grade point average of 3.0 or better and no grade lower than "B-:"
1. EELB 301. Growth and Development in Socio-Educational Contexts (4)
2. EELB 315. Reading/Language Arts Curriculum and Pedagogy (3)
3. EELB 317. Educational Psychology for a Diverse Society (4)
4. EELB 423. Mathematics Curriculum and Pedagogy (4)
The following Level I Special Education course needs to be completed with a grade of "B" (3.0) or better:
5. ESPE 530. Psychology and Education of Exceptional Individuals (4)
The following Level I Special Education courses need to be completed with a grade point average of 3.0 or better and no grade lower than "B-:
6. ESPE 529. Introductory Methods for Special Education (4)
7. ESPE 624. Managing Learning and Social Communities (4)
8. ESPE 637. Assessment and Evaluation (4)
9. ESPE 651. Curricular Strategies for Students with Moderate to Severe Disabilities (4)
10. ESPE 655. Curriculum and Methods in Special Education: Language Arts (4)
11. ESPE 660. Instructional Planning for Culturally and Ethnically Diverse Students with Special Needs (4)
12. ESPE 680B. Intern Teaching: Special Education (8) for a total of (8-32)
Upon completion of competency in early childhood content area, U.S. Constitution, and Level I Special Education program requirements, students need to apply for a Preliminary Level I Education Specialist Credential or Certificate of Eligibility. Official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended other than California State University, San Bernardino, must be submitted to C.A.S.E. along with the application for the Education Specialist Credential or Certificate of Eligibility.
The State of California requires students to enroll in the Professional Clear Level II Education Specialist Credential program within 120 working days of completion of the preliminary credential program requirements and issuance of the Preliminary Level I Education Specialist Credential. Within five (5) years of issuance of the preliminary credential, students must complete Level II Education Specialist Program requirements in order to obtain the Professional Clear Level II Education Specialist Credential.