You are in the official 2000-2001 General Catalog
for California State University, Fresno.
You are in the official 2000-2001 General Catalog
for California State University, Fresno.
M.A. in Education
M.A. in Special Education
M.S. in Counseling
M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling
Advanced Credential Programs Administrative Services
Preliminary, Professional, Administrative Services Internship
Early Childhood Education Specialist
Pupil Personnel Services
School Counseling
Professional Level II Education Specialist
Mild/Moderate Disabilities
Moderate/Severe Disabilities
Professional Level II Education Specialist Internship
Credential
Mild/Moderate Disabilities
Moderate/Severe Disabilities
Certificate of Advanced Study in Interprofessional Collaboration
Graduate Education programs in the School of Education and Human Development are focused on "Making a Difference" in central California's diverse society by preparing leadership for a new millennium. Postbaccalaureate advanced credential and master's degree programs are primarily focused on: (1) preparation and enhancement of teachers and other educational leaders and (2) preparation of human service leaders who function in a variety of human development roles in both public and private sectors.
The need for quality teachers, administrators, curriculum and instruction specialists, and human development professionals is particularly important for the enhancement of human potential and productivity in the richly varied ethnic, cultural, and social milieu of the region. The School of Education and Human Development is committed to developing the knowledge, skills, and values for educational leadership in a changing, diverse, and technologically complex society.
The Certificate of Advanced Study in Interprofessional Collaboration (CASIC) is a 15-unit, two-semester program that provides graduate students and practicing professionals with essential knowledge and skills in interprofessional collaboration while earning university credit and an academic certificate at the completion of the program. See Special Programs.
The mission of the School of Education and Human Development is to educate students to become teachers, administrators, counselors, and educational specialists in order to provide for the educational needs of children and adults, with special attention to diversity and equity.
The specific goals of the SOEHD are as follows:
The School of Education and Human Development offers advanced and specialized
preparation required for awarding master's degrees and advanced specialist
and services credentials. Information about interdisciplinary programs is
provided in this section. General information is also provided about all
advanced programs while more specific program information is obtained by
referring to appropriate departmental sections in this catalog.
Instruction in all graduate education programs in the School of Education
and Human Development emphasizes the development and refinement of the "Reflective,
Collaborative Leader" who will make a difference in our
increasingly diverse society. Consistent with this theme and the major components
of the Knowledge Base in basic programs; instruction is focused on four
major concepts:
Philosophical and Ideological Dimension. Program emphasis is directed
to an understanding of the salient theories related to the selected discipline
acquired through lecture, discussion, and related research. The long-term
goal is to personalize and continue to refine and to modify philosophy and
theory through ongoing reflection and self-evaluation.
Cognitive and Reflective Dimension. Program emphasis is focused on
planning, implementation, and analysis with emphasis on continual professional
growth and development. Leaders are expected to be knowledgeable about current
research related to their fields, to be able to think analytically, and
to be actively involved in research and contribute to their areas of professional
expertise.
Integration and Application of the Knowledge Base. Program emphasis
is focused on providing opportunities for development of competence through
structured laboratory and field-based experiences where advanced students
apply knowledge and techniques with full support of university faculty and
field site supervisors.
Addressing Diversity. Program emphasis is focused on enabling students
to acquire knowledge and skills needed to function effectively as reflective,
collaborative leaders in a multicultural and increasingly diverse society.
The School of Education and Human Development offers advanced and specialized
preparation required for awarding master's degrees and advanced specialist
and services credentials. Information about interdisciplinary programs is
provided in this section. General information is also provided about all
advanced programs while more specific program information is obtained by
referring to appropriate departmental sections in this catalog.
The SOEHD offers four master's degree programs in separate areas of professional emphasis. These degree programs include:
Master's degree programs can be pursued concurrently with fifth-year
(postbaccalaureate) teaching credential, specialist credential, or services
credential programs. For information regarding the fifth-year Professional
(clear) teaching credential program, contact Multiple and Single Subject
fifth-year advisers in the Teacher Preparation and Services Center in ED
100. Elective units needed to complete the 30-unit postbaccalaureate requirement
may be included as part of a master's degree and/or an advanced credential
program (excludes basic credential core courses and other fifth-year requirements:
health, computer applications, and mainstreaming).
For additional information and advisement pertaining to SOEHD master's degree
programs, consult the appropriate department and program coordinator.
M.A. in Education
M.A. in Special Education. (See Department
of Counseling and Special Education and coordinator of special education
program.)
M.S. in Counseling
M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling. (See Department
of Counseling and Special Education/coordinator of rehabilitation counseling.)
Admission Requirements. Enrollment in an SOEHD master's degree
program requires that separate applications for admission be completed for
the university and the SOEHD.
University Admission Requirements. Applicants are required to complete
the California State University Application for Graduate Admission Parts
A and B. In addition to this form, and among other requirements, the applicant
is expected to provide evidence of an appropriate four-year B.A. or B.S.
degree, scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Miller Analogies
Test (MAT), and a minimum GPA of 2.5 on the last 60 (90 quarter) units attempted.
University applications are available in the university Admissions Office
(Joyal Administration public contact window), the Graduate Office (Thomas
Administration 132) and the Teacher Preparation and Services Center (ED
100).
SOEHD Admission Requirements. In addition to making application for
admission to the university Admissions Office, consult the Teacher Preparation
and Services Center in ED 100 for:
All students applying for admission to a master's degree program in the SOEHD must meet the minimum admission requirements listed below and be approved for admission by a program Faculty Review Committee. Evidence of completion of these requirements is to be submitted along with required forms in one complete packet to the SOEHD Student Services Office, ED 100, by the application closing date. A completed admissions packet will include the following.
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* Required for admission to M.S. in Counseling,
M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling, and M.A. in Special Education. ERF 153
is required as a prerequisite for ERF 220 in all M.A. in Education Program
options. ERF 153 cannot be applied toward an SOEHD M.A./M.S. program.
Required application packets are available in the Teacher Preparation and
Services Center, ED 100.
University Admission. University deadlines for graduate admission
applications normally are set during the semester prior to anticipated program
enrollment. (Deadlines occur during April or May for fall enrollment and
October or November for spring enrollment.) The university may extend admission
deadlines if anticipated enrollment targets are not met. For specific deadlines,
applicants need to check with the Admissions Office at the Joyal Administration
public contact window or call (559) 278-2261.
SOEHD Admission Deadlines. All school admission materials required
for full admission (classified standing) are to be submitted to the graduate
technician in the Teacher Preparation and Services Center, ED 100, no later
than 30 days following the deadline for university admission. Students submitting
all application material within these timelines will receive priority consideration
for admission. General deadlines for program admission are April 1 for summer/fall
enrollment and November 1 for spring enrollment. For specific SOEHD admission
deadlines, contact the Teacher Preparation and Services Center, ED 100,
or call (559) 278-0300.
Applicants who have not completed all requirements for full admission (classified
standing) but qualify for unclassified postbaccalaureate standing can enroll
in up to 6 units of program coursework. However, no more than 6 program
units can be completed during unclassified postbaccalaureate standing and
additional program coursework cannot be taken until full admission (classified
standing) is attained.
Applicants must complete all program application requirements prior to or
during the first semester of enrollment in the degree program. Early completion
of application materials assures timely review and written notification
of admission status.
Program Faculty Review. Following submission of all application requirements,
the program faculty representing each master's degree program reviews the
application. Written notification is then sent regarding whether or not
admission has been granted.
Appeal of Admissions Decision. Applicants who have received written
notification of denial of admission have an opportunity to submit a formal
appeal for special consideration to the program faculty. An appeal for special
consideration must be submitted within two weeks of the date of the letter
of denial in order to be considered by the program faculty during the same
semester.
Advancement to Candidacy/Completion of Degree. For information regarding
advancement to candidacy and procedures needed to complete the master's
degree, contact the Teacher Preparation and Services Center in ED 100.
The SOEHD Student Services Office maintains a record center for all students
who are working toward a SOEHD master's degree. It also maintains liaison
between the Division of Graduate Studies and departments in the School of
Education and Human Development offering master's degree programs.
In order to ensure selection of courses that will be acceptable on a master's
degree program, candidates should consult with the appropriate program coordinator.
Advanced Credential Programs are categorized as: (1) specialist credentials
and (2) services credentials. These credentials require professional preparation
at the postbaccalaureate level. Most specialist and services credentials
require successful completion of a basic Multiple Subject or Single Subject
credential. Exceptions to this are in Pupil Personnel Services and in some
cases Administrative Services (see program coordinator for details).
Specialist Credential Programs offered at California State University,
Fresno include:
Services Credential Programs offered at Fresno State include:
Specialist and services credential programs can be pursued concurrently
with a fifth-year (postbaccalaureate) teaching credential (Multiple Subject
or Single Subject) and/or a master's degree. Elective units needed to complete
the 30-unit postbaccalaureate requirement may be included as part of a specialist
credential, services credential, and/or master's degree (excludes basic
credential core courses and fifth-year requirements: health, computer applications,
and mainstreaming). For information regarding the fifth-year Professional
(clear) teaching credential program, contact a fifth-year adviser in the
Teacher Preparation and Services Center, ED 100.
For information pertaining to the specialist and services credential programs,
consult with the appropriate program coordinator or the Teacher Preparation
and Services Center, ED 100.
Admission Requirements. Enrollment in an SOEHD Advanced Credential
program requires that separate applications for admission be completed for
the university and the SOEHD.
University Admission Requirements. Applicants are required to complete
the California State University Application for Graduate Admission Parts
A and B. In addition to this form, and among other requirements, the applicant
is expected to provide evidence of an appropriate four-year B.A. or B.S.
degree, scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Miller Analogies
Test (MAT), and a minimum GPA of 2.5 on the last 60 (90 quarter) units attempted.
University applications are available in the university Admissions Office
(Joyal Administration public contact window), the Graduate Office (Thomas
Administration 132) and the Teacher Preparation and Services Center (ED
100).
For admission requirements for advanced specialist and services credential
programs, refer to the specific program information found in catalog sections
for the departments of:
Application materials and forms are available in the Teacher Preparation
and Services Center, ED 100. Admission requirements for advanced credential
programs are to be completed along with required forms and submitted in
one complete packet to the Teacher Preparation and Services Center, ED 100.
University Admission. University deadlines for graduate admission
applications normally are set during the semester prior to anticipated program
enrollment. (Deadlines occur during April or May for fall enrollment and
October or November for spring enrollment.) The university may extend admission
deadlines if anticipated enrollment targets are not met. For specific deadlines,
applicants need to check with the Admissions Office at the Joyal Administration
public contact window or call (559) 278-2261.
SOEHD Admission Deadlines. All school admission materials required
for full admission (classified standing) are to be submitted to the graduate
technician in the Teacher Preparation and Services Center, ED 100, no later
than 30 days following the deadline for university admission. Students submitting
all application material within these timelines will receive priority consideration
for admission. General deadlines for program admission are: April 1 for
summer/fall enrollment and November 1 for spring enrollment. For specific
SOEHD admission deadlines, contact the Teacher Preparation and Services
Center, ED 100, or call (559) 278-0300.
Applicants who have not completed all requirements for full admission but
qualify for unclassified postbaccalaureate standing can enroll in up to
6 units of program coursework. However, no more than 6 program units can
be completed during unclassified postbaccalaureate standing and additional
program coursework cannot be taken until full admission is attained.
Applicants must complete all program application requirements prior to or
during the first semester of enrollment in a specific credential program.
Early completion of application materials assures timely review and notification
of admission status.
Program Faculty Review. Following submission of all application materials,
the program faculty representing each advanced credential program reviews
the application. Written notification is then sent regarding whether or
not admission has been granted.
Appeal of Admission Decision. Applicants who have received written
notification of denial of admission have an opportunity to submit a formal
appeal for special consideration to the program faculty. An appeal for special
consideration must be submitted within two weeks of the date of the letter
of denial in order to be considered by the program faculty during the same
semester.
