Mild to Moderate Support Needs or Extensive Support Needs
Additional Credential
Candidates holding a valid California teaching credential can obtain an additional credential in Education Specialist, Mild to Moderate Support Needs (MMSN), by completing one of the following course sequences:
Semester 1:
EDSP 507Instructional Methods and Supports for MMSN (3 units)
EDSP 519Assessment, Instruction and Development of the IEP (3 units)
Semester 2:
EDSP 525Positive Behavior Supports and Collaboration (3 units)
EDSP 529Advanced Applications in Special Education (3 units)
*Upon reviewing transcripts, depending on each candidate’s situation, additional or
different coursework may be required to meet the credential requirements set by the
California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC).
Candidates holding a valid California teaching credential can obtain an additional credential in Education Specialist, Extensive Support Needs (ESN), by completing one of the following course sequences:
Semester 1:
EDSP 509Instructional Methods and Supports for ESN (3 units)
EDSP 519Assessment, Instruction and Development of the IEP (3 units)
Semester 2:
EDSP 525Positive Behavior Supports and Collaboration (3 units)
EDSP 529Advanced Applications in Special Education (3 units)
*Upon reviewing transcripts, depending on each candidate’s situation, additional or
different coursework may be required to meet the credential requirements set by the
California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC).