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Clear Education Specialist Credential

Prerequisites for Special Education (SPED)
Preliminary Credential Program

CSUF Prerequisites for Special Education Credential Program

Getting ready for your preliminary education specialist credential program?

Prepare online with the Prerequisites for Special Education Preliminary Credential (SPED) Program from Cal State Fullerton!

With the latest in practice and theory, you’ll be more ready than ever to earn your credential with these prerequisites.

Get ready for your next step as an educator!

Cal State Fullerton's SPED Courses:

Below are the current prerequisites for the Special Education Preliminary Credential (SPED). Please contact spedadvising@fullerton.edu for more information - including course descriptions, cost and dates, or how to register.

  • Mild to Moderate Support Needs / Extensive Support Needs:
    • SPED 371
    • SPED 425
    • SPED 465
  • Early Childhood Special Education:
    • SPED 371
    • SPED 425
    • SPED 400

Program Stats:

  • Three courses.
  • Fully online.