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Become a Teacher
Joint Education Specialist & Multiple Subject Credentials
Chapman University’s Joint Credential Program offers an integrated pathway to earn both a Master of Arts in Special Education and two preliminary teaching credentials in just two years of full-time study.
About MA in Special Education:
Joint Education Specialist & Multiple Subject Credentials
Graduates earn a Preliminary Multiple Subject credential and a Preliminary Education Specialist credential in Mild Moderate Support Needs (MMSN, formerly Mild/Moderate Disabilities), equipping them to serve in both general education and special education settings.
Program Mission
Chapman’s teacher education programs aim to prepare educators who:
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Use integrated, developmentally appropriate, and critical pedagogies
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Collaborate effectively within diverse educational settings
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Serve as advocates, communicators, and leaders for student success
Future Educators
This program is ideal for those who want to:
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Teach all subjects in a self-contained elementary (K–6) classroom or specialized multiple-subject programs at the secondary level
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Serve as special education teachers in TK–12 public schools across inclusive settings, learning centers, and, when needed, special day classes
View all teaching credentials offered at Chapman University.
Why Attallah College?
- Small Class Sizes
Low student-to-faculty ratios for personalized learning - Flexible Schedule
Evening classes held once a week (4 p.m. or 7 p.m.) to accommodate working professionals - Financial Support
Tuition assistance, fellowship opportunities, and Golden State Teacher Grant options - Individualized Attention
Tailored instruction and one-on-one support - Hands-On Learning
Community-based experiences that integrate coursework with student teaching - Diverse Program Offerings
Combined credential + master’s programs in elementary, secondary, special education, and music education
Where Our Graduates Teach
Chapman’s MA in Special Education alumni are employed in districts across Southern California, including:
- Orange Unified School District
- Santa Ana Unified School District
- Tustin Unified School District
- Corona-Norco Unified School District
- Irvine Unified School District
- Los Angeles Unified School District