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Routes to Teaching in Special Education

There are a variety of routes you can take to earn the Education Specialist Instruction Credential. Learn about them here...

New Options to Meet Basic Skills Requirement

Have you heard? There are new options for meeting the basic skills requirement to become a teacher in CA. Learn more!