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Combined Credential & M.Ed Program

Concordia offers a combined credential and M.Ed program. This means you can apply 30 units of your 500 level credential coursework to a Master’s Degree in Education.

The credential course requirements and student teaching are the foundation for the M.Ed. All students seeking a M.Ed. must complete the credential program, and then add the advanced course work and capstone experience. The total number of units in the M.Ed. is 45 (30 preliminary credential units and advanced units beyond the credential).


Purpose Statement

The Combined Credential and M.Ed. program prepares teachers who demonstrate knowledge of theory and practice by making informed decisions leading to exemplary instruction for all learners.


Program Outcomes

The M.Ed. candidate plans and delivers instruction. The teacher plans and delivers engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction based on the California Content Standards. The teacher incorporates a variety of teaching strategies and resources to make the subject matter accessible and engaging to the needs of diverse students.

The M.Ed. candidate uses assessment for a variety of purposes. The teacher designs and interprets a variety of assessments, and also uses assessment data to plan instruction, monitor instruction, design and monitor the classroom environment, learn about and place students. In addition the teacher uses reflective practice as a means of self assessment.

The M.Ed. candidate provides a supportive learning environment. The teacher creates a positive social environment and a safe and welcoming physical environment that supports learning for all students. The teacher uses instructional time wisely and efficiently.

The M.Ed. candidate models a servant-leadership lifestyle. The teacher models servant-leadership, exhibits a professional attitude and communicates effectively with students, families and school personnel. The teacher is aware of and carries out legal and ethical responsibilities.

The M.Ed. candidate applies research to solve problems in educational settings. The teacher summarizes, synthesizes, and interprets relevant literature. The teacher plans and implements action research to solve problems in educational settings.

Course Sequence
Credential Program (without EDUC 204, 301) 30 units
Electives: Select Three
EDU 520 Curriculum Design and Assessment 3 units
EDU 524 Coping with Stress and Violence in Today's Classroom 3 units
EDU 542 School, Community and Diverse Family Structures 3 units
EDU 547 Brain-Based Teaching and Learning 3 units
EDU 595 Developing Character and Ethics 3 units
EDUI 592 Assessment of Induction & Professional Development – Part 1 3 units
EDUI 593 Assessment of Induction & Professional Development – Part 2 3 units
Capstone Experience
EDU 580 Educational Research 3 units
EDU 605 Capstone Project 3 units

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