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Overview

Azusa Pacific University’s Clear Credential Induction program comprises 12 units offered as four nine-week practicum courses completed in the participating teacher’s own classroom or through fieldwork. Candidates earn this credential in four, separate nine-week terms.

The program focuses on the complexity of teaching and learning in California classrooms, and is tailored to meet the needs of individual teachers, providing opportunities to review teaching practices, gain expert feedback, and refresh their approach to the classroom.

Course Requirements

EDUC 600
Practicum Instructional Planning and Classroom Management
3
EDUC 601
Practicum Assessment and Diagnostic Instruction
3
EDUC 602
Practicum Teaching Special Populations
3
EDUC 603
Practicum Using Community Resources to Reduce the Achievement Gap
3
Total12 units

Admission Requirements

Additional Requirements for Track A (non-contracted teacher)

Additional Requirements for Track B (contracted teacher)

Additional Requirements for Track C (clearing general education and special education credential)

All classes are offered online. During the program, credential candidates are required to attend two campus meetings: an orientation at the beginning of the Clear Credential Induction program and a colloquium at the end. Candidates may enter the program during either the Fall I or Spring I session. For more information about the Clear Credential Induction program, contact:

Program Coordinator
Dave Landers
jdlanders@apu.edu

Program Assistant
Mona Girgis
mgirgis@apu.edu

Note: This information is current for the 2012–13 academic year; however, all stated academic information is subject to change. Please refer to the current Academic Catalog for more information. For additional information, please contact the appropriate office.