California State University, Long Beach: Urban Dual Credential Program

California State University, Long Beach: Urban Dual Credential Program

Urban Dual Credential Program Program guiding principles Collaborative and inclusive models (UDL, MTSS) Evidence based practice Culturally responsive framework Clinical model Undergraduate: 4th and 5th year Liberal Studies Students Post baccalaureate option Cohort Model: 20— 25 Admitted each Fall

Program Development Faculty team from general education and special education Administrative support from the College Dean and Department Components State Support ofstandards an ideal District from inclusive for CEEDAR Partners MSCP preparation Center and ESCP program Chairs

Coursework & Clinical Practice in UDCP Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Inclusive Education Literacy-Tier 1 Positive Behavior Support Language Development Assessment Literacy- Tiers 2&3 Equity, Access and Inclusion Math – Tier 1 Math- Tiers 2 &3 Art, Health, PE History/SS Clinical rounds 2 days a week Semester 4 Science Teaching students with Extensive Support Needs Transition Services Student teaching 5 days a week

Funding Support from College to operate early clinical practice in Semesters 1 & 2 so that the students are observed and provided feedback. We also have 2 Interdisciplinary OSEP training grants that fund students and facilitate partnerships with districts and school sites.

Mutually Beneficial Partnerships We have strong partnerships with 3 local school districtsall who are implementing MTSS and inclusive practices

Sustaining Partnerships Meetings, Coffee, Lunch, etc. Ongoing communication-zooms, phone calls, emails Writing and presenting together

Lessons Learned Collaboration College Support