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Start Making A Difference…Sooner

With credentials and authorizations from UMass Global, you can launch your education career in as little as one year.* Our comprehensive programs are approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and meet all state requirements for becoming a teacher in California. The curriculum blends online coursework with in-person, supervised fieldwork, equipping you with the subject matter knowledge, developmental insights, and practical skills to succeed in the classroom. Plus, our statewide network helps connect you to valuable fieldwork and internship opportunities. 

*Based on an average full-time class load.

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Graduate Admission

Applying for a credential, master's, or doctoral degree program? Research the requirements for your program, fill out the online application and request your official 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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Programs Offered

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CA Only
Leadership

Administrative Services Credential - Preliminary

This credential program is designed for individuals seeking a career in school administration and educational leadership. 
Aug 25, 2025

Administrative Services Credential - Preliminary

CA Only
This credential program is designed for individuals seeking a career in school administration and educational leadership. 
Credentials & Authorizations
Online
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Online
Coins
27 Credits
Calendar
Next Start Date
Fall I (Aug 25, 2025)
08/25/2025
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Incl. CLAD Cert
4 Courses
Teaching & Education

California Teachers of English Learners Authorization

Expand your ability to impact students with limited English proficiency in this CTC-approved program. Upon completion, you will be authorized to provide instruction to English learners (EL) in a California classroom.
Aug 25, 2025

California Teachers of English Learners Authorization

Incl. CLAD Cert
4 Courses
Expand your ability to impact students with limited English proficiency in this CTC-approved program. Upon completion, you will be authorized to provide instruction to English learners (EL) in a California classroom.
Credentials & Authorizations
Online
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Online
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3 credits per course
Coins
$600 per course
Calendar
Next Start Date
Fall I (Aug 25, 2025)
08/25/2025
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CA only
Incl. CWA Autho
Psychology & Counseling

PPS Credential in School Counseling

Work with California students in grades K-12 in public school settings, community college/university counselor or private/corporate career counselor. This CTC accredited PPSC credential program is designed for students with a master’s degree in a counseling-related field interested in a school counseling credential. Apply Today!
Aug 25, 2025

PPS Credential in School Counseling

CA only
Incl. CWA Autho
Work with California students in grades K-12 in public school settings, community college/university counselor or private/corporate career counselor. This CTC accredited PPSC credential program is designed for students with a master’s degree in a counseling-related field interested in a school counseling credential. Apply Today!
Credentials & Authorizations
Online
UsersGroup
Online
Coins
24 Credits
Calendar
Next Start Date
Fall I (Aug 25, 2025)
08/25/2025
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For UMassG MSW Students
CA Only
Social Work

School Social Work, PPS Credential

UMass Global MSW students can add this CTC-accredited Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Social Work (PPSC-SSW) to become K-12 school social workers in CA.

School Social Work, PPS Credential

For UMassG MSW Students
CA Only
UMass Global MSW students can add this CTC-accredited Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Social Work (PPSC-SSW) to become K-12 school social workers in CA.
Credentials & Authorizations
Online
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9-15 Credits
Coins
$730/credit
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Testimonials

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.
Educational Leadership & Administration, MA

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.
Education, Teaching and Learning, MAE