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Professional Level II Education Specialist in
Physical & Health Impairments (PHI)

Candidates in the Professional Clear Level II Education Specialist Credential have 5 years in which to complete the program. During those five years, candidates must complete a minimum of 2 years of full-time teaching employment, or equivalent, in their credential area, in addition to all program requirements approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Enrollment in courses for the Level II program must be completed as a matriculating student with regular university registration. Absence from enrollment for two consecutive semesters requires readmission to the university. Check website for application deadlines.

SPED 740 Induction Plan Development and Implementation (To be taken during the first semester (1 unit) and the final semester (1 unit) of the program)
2
  
Specialized Standards for PHI (9 units)
SPED 801
Diversity in Special Education-Family Systems, Resources & Culture (with ELL Experience)
3
SPED 824 Advanced Behavioral and Instructional Supports
3
SPED 777 Atypical Infant Development
3

Individualized Requirments (6 units)
Determined in collaboration with employer, designated Support Provider and university Advisor, and included in the Portfollio.
SPED 763 Transition and Transition Planning
3
or    
SPED 748 Preparing Students with Physical Impairments for Independent Living
3
or
COUNT 704
Psychological and Sociological Aspects of Disability
3
AND    
SPED 715 Technology in Special Education
3
or  
COUN 748 Rehabilitation Technology I
3
   
Addtitional Courses to clear the Level II Education Specialist Credential:
  • Health Education (H ED 630, H ED 635 or other HED course approved by other campus);
  • CPR (online course not acceptable) – must cover infant, child and adult CPR; and
  • Technology (ITEC 601, or approved substitution technology course).

A Credential Approved Program (CAP) form for Level II is available in the Special Education office. You may use this form as a checklist for both course work and documentation. Your Advisor’s signature on the CAP form authorizes any course substitutions evaluated and approved. Provide the CAP form to the Credential Analyst to facilitate your application for the award of the credential.

PROGRAM ADVISOR

Gloria Soto
Phone: (415) 338-1757
Office: BH 271
Email: gsoto@sfsu.edu


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