Early Childhood Special Education Credential: Special Education
The Education Specialist Preliminary Credential program in Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) is committed to preparing individuals to lead and collaborate as educators in a variety of early childhood settings that include young children with disabilities. This includes settings in which children are receiving special education services through early intervention (birth – age 3) as well as within early childhood education programs (preschool, transitional kindergarten, and kindergarten). Coursework, field experiences/ student teaching (600 total hours), and other related activities within the credential program have a foundation in inclusion and equity-centered practices, emphasizing service delivery that is asset-based, culturally-responsive, and interdisciplinary. Individuals will gain knowledge and skills that will prepare them to support the learning and development of young children in partnerships with their families and communities.
Early Childhood Special Education Credential: Special Education
Core (15 units)
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SPED 747 | Physical Disabilities and Sensory Impairments | 3 |
| SPED 788 | Law, Ethics, and Instructional Planning | 3 |
| Select One: | 3 | |
| Nature of the Autism Spectrum | ||
| Communication, Behavior and Instructional Supports: Autism | ||
| SPED 801 | Development, Diversity, and English Language Learners: Special Education | 3 |
| Health Education Requirement 1 | 3 | |
Advanced Methods Courses (21 units)
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SPED 671 | Positive Behavior Support for Young Children | 3 |
| SPED 737 | Inclusive Learning and Supports in Early Intervention (Infants & Toddlers) | 3 |
| SPED 738 | Inclusive Curriculum Development and Supports in Early Childhood Settings (Preschool - Kindergarten) | 3 |
| SPED 777 | Introduction to Disability, Development, and Equity for Young Children and Their Families | 3 |
| SPED 779 | Family-Centered Practices and Services for Young Children with Disabilities | 3 |
| SPED 780 | Equitable Assessment Practices for Young Children with Disabilities and Their Families | 3 |
| SPED 885 | Allyship, Leadership, and Collaboration for Young Children with Disabilities | 3 |
Clinical Fieldwork & Student Teaching (16-20 units)
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SPED 601 | Observation and Participation in Special Education | 1-3 |
| SPED 701 | Education Specialist Intern Teacher Support Seminar 2 | 3 |
| SPED 729 | Student Teaching Workshop: Early Childhood Special Education | 1 |
| SPED 730 | Student Teaching: Special Education | 9 |
| SPED 731 | Special Education Field Experience | 3 |
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A list of CTC approved health education courses is available on the department website: https://sped.sfsu.edu/content/forms-0
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Required only for intern teachers.