California Credentials & Authorizations

UMass Global, California's second-largest provider of teaching credentials, offers an array of credentials and authorization programs designed to support your career in education.

Start Making A Difference…Sooner

Build your career in education in as little as a year*! Become the teacher who inspired you with in-depth training focused on subject matter, student age ranges, developmental needs and the skills to help you meet your career goals.

UMass Global’s School of Education credential and authorization programs:

  • Broaden the expertise of new and established educators
  • Meet requirements for those working or planning to work in the California Department of Education
  • Provide fieldwork placement and internship support
  • Allow you to apply what you learn today in your classroom tomorrow
  • Offer classes online
*Based on an average full-time class load.
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Ways to Get Started

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Graduate Admission

Applying for a master's or doctoral degree program? Research the requirements for your specific program, fill out the graduate admissions application (online), and request/order your transcripts. 

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Graduate Financial Aid

Learn about financial aid available for graduate and professional degree students in the form of institutional and outside scholarships, as well as non-need based loans.

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Added Authorization, Autism Spectrum Disorders

Education

This state-approved, autism specialist certificate is a 4-course, 12-unit program providing either a CTC-designated authorization to serve learners with Autism Spectrum Disorders or a Certificate of Completion.

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Added Authorization, Early Childhood Special Education

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Accredited by the CTC, this Added Authorization, Early Childhood Special Education allows teachers with special education credentials to teach children up to age 5 with disabilities. ECSE programs can be administered in different settings, from school districts to regional centers, private childcare settings to family homes.

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Added Authorization, Multiple Subject Credential

Education

This authorization program, comprised of just two courses, is designed for teachers who already hold a Single Subject Credential in California and want to teach in both multiple- and single-subject environments.

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Added Authorization, Single Subject Credential

Education

For California teachers who have a single subject teaching credential but want to expand their subject expertise and career options, this added authorization involves just a single class and is accredited by the CTC.

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Clear Administrative Services Credential

Education

If you strive to become an education leader in California, the Clear Administrative Services Credential is a must. This two-year credential will prepare you for high-level K-12 administrative roles.

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Meg V
The MAELA program was beyond invaluable. So much of what I was asked to do was relatable to my job. The people affiliated with the program know what works in education.
Meg V.
MA, Educational Leadership and Administration
My academic advisor was a great support system. He was my advisor throughout my program and he took the time to learn about me personally so we could make the best schedule to accommodate my life.
Steve L.
MAE, Teaching

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