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Course Description

Credit Validation, Convenient Online Format

This course provides candidates with an understanding of how to become an effective teacher of adults. Strategies for teaching to a diverse group of adult learners will be provided including differentiated instruction techniques for special needs and English learners.

Learner Outcomes

  • Fulfill requirements for the Designated Subjects 3-year preliminary Adult Education credential
  • Develop an understanding of the andragogy and principles of teaching adults along with key concepts that inform teaching practices
  • Demonstrate strategies for teaching to a diverse group of adult learners

Course Details

Number of Units: 3.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Who Should Attend: Teachers who need to fulfill the requirements for the Designated Subjects 3-year preliminary Adult Education credential (issued 2/1/2013)

Course Format:  Asynchronous Online; Login information will be emailed by your instructor before the first day of class, please check your spam/junk folder. You must respond to the email to confirm the email address to be used for the course, a second email will then be sent with the invitation to join Canvas.

Course Materials:  No textbook required.

This course is for Adult Education Credentials only.
Note: This course has a prerequisite requirement, Foundations of Curriculum. It is recommended you verify that you have met prerequisite(s) prior to enrolling. In order to be compliant with USD registration policies, contact LACOE directly at 562-922-6798 should you have questions or are seeking verification of completion of the prerequisite(s).

University of San Diego – Graduate-Level Extension Credit Information

The University of San Diego partners with this program to offer graduate-level extension credit(s) in semester hours through the Credit Validation Program. To earn units, participants must register for and successfully complete coursework through the external program provider.

Credits earned through USD’s Credit Validation Program are widely accepted by many school districts and universities across the United States for purposes such as license renewal, required professional development hours, short-term skill building, salary advancement, credentialing, and potential advanced degree pathways. These units do not apply toward a master’s or higher degree program at the University of San Diego; however, they may be transferable to advanced degree programs (e.g., MA, EdD, PhD) at other institutions that accept external graduate-level credits.


Participants are responsible for confirming acceptance, transcript requirements, deadlines, and applicability of units with their employing district or intended institution prior to enrollment.

Prerequisites

Completion of Foundations of Curriculum.

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Type
Online
Dates
Jul 08, 2026 to Aug 25, 2026
Course Format
Course Fee(s)
EDU CV - $650 credit (3 units) $650.00
Available for Extension Credit
3 units
Instructor(s)

Section Notes

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation courses after the allotted 30 days.

Course Dates: July 8 - August 25, 2026

Enrollment Opens: June 8, 2026, (12:00PM / Noon) - July 8, 2026 (11:59PM) or until course reaches its maximum enrollment, whichever comes first. If course reaches maximum enrollment please add yourself to the wait list.

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