PB-CRED: CRAO - Teaching Credentialing Program (TCP) Add On (Credential)

CA Credential Holders: If you hold a Preliminary or Clear CA Multiple Subject or Single Subject Credential, you are eligible to add an Education Specialist: Mild/Moderate Support Needs Credential through Concordia. Previous credential coursework will be evaluated to determine a course sequence on a case-by-case basis. All candidates will need to complete the following courses, plus fieldwork, EdSp CalTPA, and additional courses as determined by the evaluation:

NOTE: course/course - 8-week placement is typical but subject to additional weeks as determined by the Director of the EDSP Program. Candidates may need to successfully pass the CalTPA.

NOTE: Out-of-State Credential: If you hold an out-of-state credential, it is recommended you consult CTC first to have your credential program reviewed to determine criteria for a preliminary CA credential.

NOTE: Meeting Subject Matter Competency Requirement (SMR) for Adding EDSP Credentials:

A candidate for an Education Specialist Credential must demonstrate subject-matter competence through one option as outlined by CTC per AB 130:

• Complete a Commission-approved Elementary Subject Matter Program

• Complete a Commission-approved Single Subject Matter Preparation Program or major

• Hold a valid CA general education credential

• Pass Multiple Subject CSET

• Pass Single Subject CSET in any content area

For more information, please visit the CTC website: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/docs/default-source/educator-prep/files/subject-matter-chart-of-options.pdf

The SMR options chart is particularly helpful: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/docs/default-source/educator-prep/files/subject-matter-chart-of-options.pdf

It is important to note that a school district may require candidates to complete additional CSET testing or SMR fulfillment as part of the hiring requirements for the district.

Concordia University Irvine Alumni only

If you completed the Concordia's Teacher Credential Program and hold a SB2042 Education Specialist Mild/Moderate or Mild/Moderate Support Needs Credential, you are eligible to return and add a general education credential. The outline below lists the required courses you would need to take to add a credential to your existing credential.

Candidates who completed an Education Special Program at another university would not be eligible for adding a general education credential through Concordia due to the variations in program designs to meet accreditation standards for general education and special education programs.

Concordia University Irvine Alumni only

If you completed Concordia's Teacher Credential Program and hold a SB2042 Single Subject or Multiple Subject Credential, the outline below lists the required courses you would need to take to add a credential to your existing credential.

Candidates who completed their teacher preparation program at another institution would not be eligible to complete this coursework at CUI since Block I coursework is foundational to understanding Block II coursework.