Deaf and Hard of Hearing Credential Program
The needs of today's students with hearing loss are changing as technology and evidence-based best practices allow parents and teachers to provide individualized and comprehensive options.
Join Us for Our Next Event
Teaching Credentials Online Information Session
Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025 at
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Quick Facts
| Program Units 45 |
| Program Format Hybrid, part-time course load, evening and weekend classes |
| Course Availability Fall and Spring 15-week semesters, and Summer sessions |
| Start Term Summer |
| Location Thousand Oaks, CA |
This program blends scientific research with practical application, offering heightened
effectiveness. Upon completion of the program candidates will be eligible for the
Preliminary Education Specialist Credential with a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Specialty
offered by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Request Information
Receive a program brochure and financial aid options.
Contact Us
clugrad@callutheran.edu
(805) 493-3325
Graduate School of Education Open House
Thursday, January 23, 2025 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm
We’re hosting an Open House reception to give you an opportunity to learn more about what Cal Lutheran's Graduate School of Education has to offer. You'll meet faculty and staff, current students, and alumni who can tell you first-hand about the value of our programs. We offer graduate education degrees that will prepare you to lead and transform education for the challenges of the future. Whatever your program of interest we’d love to meet!
Master's Degree Option
Upon completion of the Preliminary credential program, you can take these courses to earn the M.S. in the Education of the Deaf degree:
- EDGN 509 Situating Yourself as a Scholar Practitioner and Teacher Leader
- EDGN 510 Collaboratories of Practice - Understanding Change Theory
- EDGN 599 Education Improvement Plan - From Theory to Praxis
Program Highlights
- Students gain experience and skills in spoken language development, aural habilitation, inclusion, literacy and supporting families.
- Candidates who meet Internship Credential requirements may complete their program under the Internship Option.
- Designed to accommodate working professionals, hybrid classes are offered evenings and weekends at our Main Campus.
- Faculty is comprised of highly-regarded practicing professionals.
Briseida FavelaIn the Deaf and Hard of Hearing credential program, I love the fact that we cover everything from working with babies to working with high school students. It expands your options and provides a broader look at the possibilities when teaching students who are deaf and hard of hearing.