Ukiah Master of Science in Education, Teaching Credential Programs
Dominican University of California, Ukiah Center offers quality graduate credential programs that provide candidates with the skills and abilities needed to work successfully with California’s diverse student populations. Credential Programs for Multiple Subject, Single Subject and Education Specialists are available and fully meet current California state credentialing requirements related to technology, working effectively with English learners and students with special needs. All programs culminate in a MS in Education degree with the completion of additional units.
Our class offerings, combined with supervised student teaching and internship options, provide candidates with a quality credential program that fits their needs and schedule.
Multiple Subject Credential (Elementary)
The Multiple Subject Preliminary Credential authorizes the holder to teach all subjects required in the public school curriculum for a self-contained classroom, pre-school through grade 12. These programs are primarily designed for individuals interested in teaching at the elementary and middle school levels through grade six. This 35 unit program can be completed through the full-time or intern option.
The Multiple Subject Preliminary Credential authorizes candidates to seek initial employment as a multiple subject (elementary) teacher, but does not authorize ongoing teaching services. Candidates will need to complete professional preparation within five years of the date of issuance of the Preliminary Credential in order to continue ongoing teaching service as an educator. In order to complete the Clear credential, candidates are required to enroll in a commission-accredited SB2042 Professional Teacher Induction Program (usually called a Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment or BTSA program).
Single Subject Credential (Secondary)
The Single Subject Preliminary Credential authorizes the holder to teach single subject courses (within an approved field) required in the public school curriculum. These programs are primarily designed for individuals interested in teaching a single subject at the middle school, junior high and senior high school levels. This 35 unit program can be completed through the full-time or intern option.
The Single Subject Preliminary Credential authorizes candidates to seek initial employment as a single subject (secondary) teacher, but does not authorize ongoing teaching services. Candidates will need to complete professional preparation within five years of the date of issuance of the Preliminary Credential in order to continue ongoing teaching service as an educator. In order to complete the Clear credential, candidates are required to enroll in a commission-accredited SB2042 Professional Teacher Induction Program (usually called a Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment or BTSA program).
Special Education
The Education Specialist, Mild/Moderate Credential Program is designed for individuals interested in teaching students with learning challenges. Candidates completing the Education Specialist, Mild/Moderate Credential Program at Dominican University of California are authorized to teach students with learning disabilities, mental retardation, other health impairments, and emotional disturbances. This 40 unit program can be completed through the part-time or intern option.
The Education Specialist, Preliminary Level I Mild/Moderate Credential authorizes candidates to seek initial employment as a special education teacher, but does not authorize ongoing teaching service. Candidates need to complete Professional Level II preparation in special education within five years of the date of issuance of the Preliminary Level I Credential in order to continue ongoing teaching service as a special educator.
The Dual Credential Programs allow candidates to earn both an Education Specialist: Preliminary Level I Mild/Moderate and a Multiple or Single Subject Preliminary Credential concurrently. Candidates are required to complete coursework in both credential areas and participate in supervised student teaching or intern assignments in special education and general education classrooms. These 47-50 unit programs can be completed through the part-time or intern option.
