BA in Applied Studies

The Bachelor of Arts in Applied Studies program prepares you to build upon your occupational or educational background to advance your career and educational goals. With courses in liberal studies, organizational leadership, computer information systems and sociology, the program offers a generalist's view of multiple specialties. Elective courses allow you to create a personalized degree while a unique capstone program provides an opportunity to showcase your professional expertise and proficiency.

BA in Early Childhood Development

Focusing on multidisciplinary coursework, the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Development program provides you with a broad understanding of appropriate practices in the development of young children; and prepares you to work with children and families in both social and educational settings. You will explore the cultural and social influences of the family and the community in the holistic development of young children. Upper division coursework encapsulates theory and research in the key areas of early literacy, preschool, first and second language acquisition, observation, assessment and intervention.

BA in Liberal Studies - Multiple Subjects Teaching

The Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies - Multiple Subjects Teaching program exposes you to a comprehensive range of academic subjects and disciplines, including those subjects most commonly taught in California elementary schools. Major coursework allows for a personalized selection of emphasis areas to enhance your individual career growth, and is designed to prepare you for a teacher credential or for graduate studies.

Credential - Administrative Services (tier 1)

The Tier I Administrative Services Credential program mentors and prepares you to successfully assume the multiple leadership roles needed in school administration.

A selection of Tier I courses may be integrated into the Master of Arts in Education - Educational Leadership and Administration program.

Credential - Education Specialist Level II - Mild/Mod

Upon completion of the Education Specialist Instruction Credential, Preliminary, teachers must begin the Level II program no later than 120 days following initial employment on their Preliminary Credential, be employed as a full-time teacher for two years after receipt of their Preliminary Credential, and complete the Level II Credential within five years of completing the Preliminary Credential.

Brandman's Level II consists of portfolio and professional development, as well as advanced special education methods.

• Credential - Education Specialist Level II - Mild/Mod
• Credential - Education Specialist Level II - Mild/Mod, Mod/Severe
• Credential - Education Specialist Level II - Mod/Severe

Credential - Education Specialist Level II - Mild/Mod, Mod/Severe

Upon completion of the Education Specialist Instruction Credential, Preliminary, teachers must begin the Level II program no later than 120 days following initial employment on their Preliminary Credential, be employed as a full-time teacher for two years after receipt of their Preliminary Credential, and complete the Level II Credential within five years of completing the Preliminary Credential.

Brandman's Level II consists of portfolio and professional development, as well as advanced special education methods.

• Credential - Education Specialist Level II - Mild/Mod
• Credential - Education Specialist Level II - Mild/Mod, Mod/Severe
• Credential - Education Specialist Level II - Mod/Severe

Credential - Education Specialist Level II - Mod/Severe

Upon completion of the Education Specialist Instruction Credential, Preliminary, teachers must begin the Level II program no later than 120 days following initial employment on their Preliminary Credential, be employed as a full-time teacher for two years after receipt of their Preliminary Credential, and complete the Level II Credential within five years of completing the Preliminary Credential.

Brandman's Level II consists of portfolio and professional development, as well as advanced special education methods.

• Credential - Education Specialist Level II - Mild/Mod
• Credential - Education Specialist Level II - Mild/Mod, Mod/Severe
• Credential - Education Specialist Level II - Mod/Severe

Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mild/Mod (Added Emphasis)

The Education Specialist Preliminary prepares candidates to teach children and conduct educational assessments for K-12. This credential focuses on individuals with mild/moderate intellectual limitations, high to moderate functioning autism, other health impairments, and mild emotional disturbances.

Special education teachers are an exceptional group of educators--advocates for social justice and the dignity of all people including those with disabilities. This program is for teachers who wish to add a mild/moderate credential to an existing moderate/severe (or reverse) credential. Please speak with an advisor about the appropriate courses you need.

• Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mild/Mod (Added Emphasis)
• Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mild/Mod, Mod/Severe
• Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mod/Severe
• Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mod/Severe (Added Emphasis)

Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mild/Mod, Mod/Severe

The Education Specialist Preliminary prepares candidates to teach children and conduct educational assessments for K-12. This credential focuses on individuals with mild/moderate intellectual limitations, high to moderate functioning autism, other health impairments, and mild emotional disturbances.

Special education teachers are an exceptional group of educators--advocates for social justice and the dignity of all people including those with disabilities. This program is for teachers who wish to add a mild/moderate credential to an existing moderate/severe (or reverse) credential. Please speak with an advisor about the appropriate courses you need.

• Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mild/Mod (Added Emphasis)
• Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mild/Mod, Mod/Severe
• Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mod/Severe
• Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mod/Severe (Added Emphasis)

Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mod/Severe

The Education Specialist Preliminary prepares candidates to teach children and conduct educational assessments for K-12. This credential focuses on individuals with mild/moderate intellectual limitations, high to moderate functioning autism, other health impairments, and mild emotional disturbances.

Special education teachers are an exceptional group of educators--advocates for social justice and the dignity of all people including those with disabilities. This program is for teachers who wish to add a mild/moderate credential to an existing moderate/severe (or reverse) credential. Please speak with an advisor about the appropriate courses you need.

• Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mild/Mod (Added Emphasis)
• Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mild/Mod, Mod/Severe
• Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mod/Severe
• Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mod/Severe (Added Emphasis)

Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mod/Severe (Added Emphasis)

The Education Specialist Preliminary prepares candidates to teach children and conduct educational assessments for K-12. This credential focuses on individuals with mild/moderate intellectual limitations, high to moderate functioning autism, other health impairments, and mild emotional disturbances.

Special education teachers are an exceptional group of educators--advocates for social justice and the dignity of all people including those with disabilities. This program is for teachers who wish to add a mild/moderate credential to an existing moderate/severe (or reverse) credential. Please speak with an advisor about the appropriate courses you need.

• Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mild/Mod (Added Emphasis)
• Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mild/Mod, Mod/Severe
• Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mod/Severe
• Credential - Education Specialist Preliminary - Mod/Severe (Added Emphasis)

Credential - Multiple Subject Authorization

A Multiple Subject Credential Authorization is for students with a Single Subject Credential who want to add the authorization to teach at an elementary school. In just two classes, you can double your credentials and teach in both multiple and single subject environments.

Credential - Professional Clear, Multiple Subject

The preliminary teaching credential is issued for a maximum of five years. Completion of the requirements for the professional clear credential before the expiration of the preliminary credential enables you to continue to teach in California's public schools with that credential.

Credential - Professional Clear, Single Subject

The preliminary teaching credential is issued for a maximum of five years. Completion of the requirements for the professional clear credential before the expiration of the preliminary credential enables you to continue to teach in California's public schools with that credential.

Credential - Single Subject Authorization

A Single Subject Credential Authorization is for students with a Multiple Subject Credential who want to add the authorization to teach at a junior high or high school. In just one class, you can double your credentials and teach in both multiple and single subject environments.

MA in Education - Curriculum and Instruction

The Master of Arts in Education - Curriculum and Instruction program is the ideal advanced degree if you're a classroom teacher wishing to broaden your knowledge as a scholar-practitioner. You'll learn to develop innovative curricula and utilize multiple methods of instruction to educate students of differing ages, backgrounds and ability levels.

MA in Education - Educational Leadership

The Master of Arts in Education, Educational Leadership program helps develop and enhance your dynamic, high-performing leadership skills for the renewal and improvement of schools and school systems. The curriculum focuses on leadership models, supervision of personnel, implementation of policy, and the legal and social issues that affect the school system.

MA in Education - Instructional Technology

The Master of Arts in Education, Instructional Technology program prepares you to work in school districts as a software designer/programmer or educator who uses computers and software for the purpose of teaching. This emphasis covers the full range of educational applications of computer technology, including computer-assisted instruction, electronic grade books, teacher utilities, networked learning environments, the electronic scholar, lesson authoring and schools of the future.

MA in Education - Leadership in Early Childhood Education

The Master of Arts in Education - Leadership in Early Childhood Education program is the ideal advanced degree if you're interested in becoming an administrator, director or college instructor of early childhood education programs. You'll learn to develop innovative curricula and evaluate early childhood education programs using standards set by the National Association for Education of Young Children. Subject matter includes theories, issues and trends in early childhood education as well as the development of fiscal planning skills, marketing, human resources, and leadership skills necessary for managing an early childhood program.

MA in Education - Professional Learning Community

The Master of Arts in Education - Professional Learning Community Emphasis is designed for educators whose goal is to work collaboratively to enhance their effectiveness as professionals in order to positively impact learning.

MA in Education - Teaching and Learning

The Master of Arts in Education, Teaching and Learning will help you develop the skills necessary for you to become a mentor, curriculum leader or college instructor in teacher preparation programs. You'll learn to effectively evaluate, use and generate research to move the field of education forward; to recognize the social and political issues facing education; to develop a global perspective on the purposes of education and apply learning theories to educational settings and to curriculum design.

MA in Special Education - Advanced Methodology

Special education teachers are an exceptional group of educators - advocates for social justice and the dignity of all people including those with disabilities. The Master of Arts in Special Education program provides you with advanced knowledge to address educational learning problems and improve teaching strategies to enhance student performance.The Advanced Methodology emphasis allows students to complete their Level 2 coursework within the framework of a master's degree.

MA in Special Education - Autism

Special education teachers are an exceptional group of educators - advocates for social justice and the dignity of all people including those with disabilities. The Master of Arts in Special Education program provides you with advanced knowledge to address educational learning problems and improve teaching strategies to enhance student performance.The Autism emphasis allows students to complete their autism authorization within the framework of a master's degree.

MA in Special Education - Content Strategies

The Content area emphasis allows students to complete advanced courses in content strategies within the framework of a master's degree.

MA in Special Education - Early Childhood

The Early Childhood area emphasis allows students to complete courses addressing the needs of infants and preschoolers with disabilities within the framework of a master's degree.

MA in Special Education - Option II

There are two options for completing a Master of Arts in Special Education. Option 1 is geared toward students who hold a valid teaching credential or who complete education and special education prerequisites. Option 2 is intended for students who currently hold a Preliminary Education Specialist (Level I) credential and need to earn their Level 2.

The Master of Arts in Special Education does not meet the preliminary credential requirements for you to teach in California public schools.

MA in Special Education - Professional Learning Community

The Master of Arts in Education - Professional Learning Community Emphasis is designed for educators whose goal is to work collaboratively to enhance their effectiveness as professionals in order to positively impact learning.

MA in Teaching - Elementary Education

The Master of Arts in Teaching, Elementary Education program is a unique program that provides you with the tools necessary to become a successful, well-rounded, and competent instructor. You'll become a master of multiple subjects at the elementary school level, emerging as a certified teacher who understands that the role of teacher extends far beyond being a source of academic information.

The elementary education program includes the required coursework for a 2042 Multiple Subject credential preparing you to teach all subjects in a California self-contained classroom (K-12).

MA in Teaching - Secondary Education

As a student of the Master of Arts in Teaching, Secondary Education program, you will become competent and qualified to teach a single subject at the secondary school level, but will also come to appreciate and understand the highly influential role of a teacher in the lives of students.

The secondary education program includes the required coursework for a 2042 Single Subject credential, preparing you to teach in a specific content area (K-12).

MA in Teaching - Special Education w/Preliminary, Mild/Mod Credential

Special education teachers are an exceptional group of educators - advocates for social justice and the absolute dignity of all people including those with labels of disability. The Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education program prepares you to become an effective teacher for children and adults with varied levels of disability. You'll emerge with the capacity and ability to teach effectively and foster healthy learning environments.

• MA in Teaching - Special Education w/Preliminary, Mild/Mod Credential
• MA in Teaching - Special Education w/Preliminary, Mild/Mod/Severe Credential
• MA in Teaching - Special Education w/Preliminary, Mod/Severe Credential