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SCHOOL OF LEADERSHIPAND EDUCATION SCIENCES

SCHOOL OF LEADERSHIP AND EDUCATION SCIENCES

Office of Admissions and Outreach5998 Alcalá ParkSan Diego, CA 92110-2492

(619) 260-7988

E-mail [email protected]/soles

AccreditationPrograms are accredited by the following organizations:COAMFTE Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education

CACREP Commission for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Education Programs

CTC Commission on Teacher Credentialing

NCATE* National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education

WASCWestern Association of Schools and Colleges

*Note: NCATE is a subsidiary of the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

Take the Next StepWe invite you to take the next step in your educational journey by submitting your application for admission. All applications to our SOLES graduate programs are carefully considered by our faculty using a holistic review process that considers all components submitted along with the application.Please visit us online for current application deadlines, requirements and checklists for each of our graduate programs, and for information on upcoming information sessions for prospective students at www.sandiego.edu/soles/admission-and-aid/.

For admissions advising or to request more information on SOLES graduate programs, please contact the SOLES Office of Admissions and Outreach at [email protected].

Information in this prospectus is current as of August 2014 and is subject to change.

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SOLES At a GlanceStudents 683 Graduate Students

180 Department of Counseling & Marital and Family Therapy

263 Department of Leadership Studies

240 Department of Learning and Teaching

104 Undergraduate Students

56 Department of Leadership Studies

39 Department of Learning and Teaching

9 Navy ROTC

Faculty 36 Full-Time Faculty

109 Part-Time Faculty and Field Supervisors

Programs 1 Doctorate Degree

9 Master’s Degrees

5 Credential Programs

7 Certificate Programs

3 Undergraduate Minors

SOLES AlumniMore than 5,200 SOLES alumni living in all 50 states (as well as Puerto Rico, Guam, and the District of Columbia) and 30 countries, with more than 70 percent living in California.

SOLES’ alumni are administrators, businesspeople, counselors, consultants, executive directors of nonprofits, faculty, principals, teachers, therapists, and leaders in a myriad of organizations throughout California and around the world.

Enrollment Statistics for the Fall 2014 semester

Choose a Graduate School That Will Give You a Meaningful and Life-Changing Experience We are very pleased that you are considering our outstanding and internationally recognized programs in the School of Leadership and Education Sciences (SOLES).

SOLES is not your traditional school of education. Rather, SOLES is what schools of education hope to transform into.

There are four interrelated reasons that compel students to become part of SOLES. First, there is a strong commitment to multiculturalism and social justice. Our commitment to reaching out to underserved communities is integrated into all of our programs. Second, our programs are innovative and offer cutting-edge approaches to the practices of leadership, education, and mental health. Third, we believe that global engagement enriches our students and prepares them for the changing world in which we live and work. Finally, the interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approach to imparting knowledge and practice to our students sets the foundation for understanding and approaching challenges in a multifaceted manner. Ultimately, all of this leads to the development of highly sought-after graduates.

We live in both challenging and exciting times, where the need to help others is great and is exceeded only by our aspirations to meet these needs. In SOLES we strive to inspire, educate, and transform leaders, educators, and mental health practitioners with the anticipation that our graduates will change the world.

Nicholas Ladany, PhDDeanSchool of Leadership and Education Sciences

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Contents 2 Programs Offered

3 Department of School, Family and Mental Health Professions

3 MA in Counseling

4 MA in Marital and Family Therapy

5 Department of Leadership Studies 5 PhD in Leadership Studies

6 MA in Leadership Studies

6 MA in Higher Education Leadership

8 MA in Nonprofit Leadership and Management

9 Aspiring Leaders Program

9 Graduate Certificate Program

9 Undergraduate Programs

11 Department of Learning and Teaching 11 Master’s Credential Cohort

(MEd Programs)

11 Preliminary Multiple and Single Subject Credentials

11 Special Education: Preliminary Education Specialist Credential

11 MEd in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), Literacy and Culture

12 Online MEd Programs

12 MEd in Curriculum and Instruction

12 MEd in Literacy and Digital Learning

12 MEd in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM)

12 MEd in Universal Design and Learning (UDL) and Inclusive Education

13 PhD in Leadership Studies with a specialization in Teaching, Learning and Leadership

13 Certificate Programs

14 Undergraduate Programs

15 Life in San Diego

15 Graduate Student Life

15 Mother Rosalie Hill Hall

16 Navy ROTC

16 Financial Aid

School of Leadership and Education (SOLES)

The SOLES community is one of collaboration, not competition. You will build relationships with faculty members who are leaders in their fields, and you will learn with fellow students representing a diverse mix of backgrounds, interests and cultures. Our students thrive with personalized care: in small, discussion-based classes; in individualized faculty advising; and with the support of staff members who put students first.You will have access to events, guest speakers and symposia representing the best and brightest from around the world. Past events have included:

• Forum on School Violence and Mental Health

• Nonprofit Governance Symposium

• Spotlight on Education: Featuring Sir Ken Robinson

• Evening with Temple Grandin

• Women’s Higher Education Leadership Summit

We are ChangemakersAs a prominent education and human services school, our initiatives include confronting important human challenges. Through our centers and departments, we marshal academic expertise from across the disciplinary spectrum to produce research and programming of contemporary social relevance.

We strive to contribute to the dialogue surrounding the challenges of educating our citizenry for the workplace of the 21st century, meeting the leadership and management needs of the nonprofit and public sectors, addressing the social-emotional needs of our community through clinical work, and addressing teaching and learning issues locally, nationally and globally.

Students at SOLES don’t just gain hands-on experience in their fieldwork in the San Diego community. They also strive to make a difference in their placements by applying what they learn in the classroom to create positive social change. Changemaking and attention to issues of social justice are traditions at USD — compassionate service and the creation of an inclusive community are part of our core values. The university has received a designation as an Ashoka University Changemaker Campus in recognition of our important work in social change.

University of San DiegoFor more than six decades, the University of San Diego has been dedicated to providing a values-based education with a mission grounded in Catholic social teachings. Students are encouraged to explore how faith and reason are compatible in education, and to develop strong moral convictions. The university welcomes students, faculty and staff of all faiths, and believes all people benefit from the examination of other traditions.

Welcome

DEPARTMENT OF SCHOOL, FAMILY AND MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONSMA in Counseling, with specializations in:• Clinical Mental Health Counseling

• School Counseling

MA in Marital and Family Therapy

DEPARTMENT OF LEADERSHIP STUDIESPhD in Leadership Studies, with specializations in:• Higher Education Leadership

• Nonprofit and Philanthropic Leadership and Management

• Organizational Leadership and Consulting

• Teaching, Learning and Leadership

• Individualized program

MA in Leadership Studies, with specializations in:• Organizational Leadership and

Consulting

• PK-12 Public and Private School Leadership

• Individualized program

MA in Higher Education Leadership, with specializations in:• Higher Education Administration

• Student Affairs

MA in Nonprofit Leadership and Management• With an option to complete the

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Certification concurrently

Aspiring Leaders Program Preliminary Administrative Services Credential• With an option to complete an MA in

Leadership Studies concurrently

Graduate Certificate Program• Certificate in Nonprofit

Management*

Undergraduate Programs• Army ROTC

• Leadership minor

• Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Certificate

DEPARTMENT OF LEARNING AND TEACHING

Master’s Credential Cohort Programs• MEd in Curriculum and Instruction

with Preliminary Multiple or Single Subject Credential

• MEd in Special Education with Preliminary Education Specialist Credential, Mild/Moderate Disabilities

MEd in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), Literacy and Culture

Online MEd Programs for Experienced Teachers• MEd in Curriculum and Instruction

• MEd in Literacy and Digital Learning

• MEd in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM)

• MEd in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Inclusive Education

Certificate Programs• Certificate in Teaching English

to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

• Certificate of Teaching in Independent and Parochial Schools*

• Character Education Specialist Certificate**

• Mobile Technology Learning Certificate**

* Program developed in partnership with St. Katherine College

** Program is in partnership with USD’s Division of Professional and Continuing Education

Undergraduate Programs• Education minor

• Preliminary Education Specialist Credential, Mild/Moderate Disabilities

• Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential

• Preliminary Single Subject Credential

NAVY ROTC

Programs Offered Department of School, Family and Mental Health ProfessionsOur clinical mental health counseling, school counseling, and marital and family therapy students have a lot to offer the world, and we recognize that the world has a great deal to offer them. That is why we incorporate global and cross-cultural perspectives into our curriculum, and encourage all students to reflect on how they can make a positive impact on the systems in which we all live, work and learn. Our programs share a commitment to putting this knowledge into action locally, nationally and globally to serve diverse and underserved populations. We train our counselors and therapists to employ evidence-based approaches, and to critically evaluate the impact of their practices.

MA in Counseling, with a specialization in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC)Clinical mental health counseling students complete a broad-based and comprehensive clinical training specialization that prepares them to pursue licensure as professional clinical counselors (LPCC) through the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, as well as other states throughout the country.

Licensed professional clinical counselors practice independently in a variety of settings — such as hospitals, community mental health agencies, and colleges and universities — supporting and treating clients who struggle with everything from adjusting to life to serious mental illnesses. The CMHC specialization uses an evidence-based clinical practice approach with an emphasis on addressing the wellness and mental health needs of underserved and culturally diverse populations in San Diego County.

Each student engages in further study of specific clinical issues and populations through practica, research and professional development, and completes a minimum of 725 hours of supervised clinical experience during his or her graduate program.

MA in Counseling, with a specialization in School CounselingThis specialization is nationally accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) and has two concentrations:

1. A 48-unit course sequence to fulfill the Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing

2. A 63-unit course sequence to fulfill the PPS Credential from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and be eligible for the Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) from the California Board of Behavioral Sciences

In the 48-Unit PPS Concentration, students plan to work as professional school counselors in elementary, middle, and high schools. In the 63-Unit PPS plus LPCC Eligibility concentration, students plan to work in traditional schools and have an interest in working in clinical settings such as those serving children and adolescents with developmental and behavioral needs.

Candidates in both concentrations develop knowledge and skills in student advocacy as well as in the design, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive, results-based guidance and counseling programs for diverse student populations. Each student is placed with a credentialed school counselor in a San Diego area school and accumulates a minimum of 600 hours of supervised experience, and completes a yearlong action research project. Practicum and fieldwork experience includes a combination of individual and group counseling related to social, academic, and career development issues.


Why SOLES?Our Hands-On LearningOur programs give students the theoretical basis and practical skills for success in their fields. Most programs include field experiences in schools, nonprofits, mental health agencies, hospitals and other organizations throughout the San Diego community.

Programs that require time spent in the field provide faculty and staff support to identify and secure meaningful placements, and to thrive with excellent on-site supervision. Some of our courses also include applied projects to be completed for local organizations, culminating in a portfolio presentation upon completion of the program.

An important component of the SOLES learning experience is action research, in which students reflect on their professional practices and act as agents of change in their organizations. Action research is an important tool for ongoing professional development and growth, whether it is applied to introducing new methods of teaching algebra, finding new ways to keep students in school or developing a framework to support collaboration in an organizational setting.

A Sample of Practicum, Internship and Fieldwork SitesClinical Mental Health Counseling• Alvarado Parkway Institute

Behavioral Health System• Center for Community Solutions• Community Research Foundation:

Heartland Center plus other programs

• Juvenile Court and Community Schools

• North County Lifeline• Southern California American

Indian Resource Center• San Diego Center for Children• Veteran’s Village of San Diego

School Counseling• Army Navy Academy• Balboa Elementary School• Helix Charter High School• Juvenile Court and Community

Schools• La Presa Middle School• Meadowbrook Middle School• Our Lady’s School• San Pasqual Academy

Marital and Family Therapy• Catholic Charities• Kickstart• Phoenix House• Rady Children’s Outpatient

Psychiatry• Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital• St. Vincent de Paul Village• UCSD Eating Disorders Program• UCSD Department of Family

Medicine• UCSD Department of Pediatrics• UCSD Outpatient Psychiatric

Services• UCSD Weight & Wellness Clinic

MA in Marital and Family TherapyThe marital and family therapy program prepares family therapists to work with individuals, couples and families from diverse backgrounds. We promote the use of a biopsychosocial model in therapy, with an emphasis on understanding clients from a relational or systemic perspective. This methodology has been described in our faculty members’ nationally recognized books, Essential Skills in Family Therapy and Essential Assessment Skills for Couple and Family Therapists. Students complete a 12-month clinical practicum in which they accumulate a minimum of 500 direct client contact hours, and receive more than 200 hours of supervision from faculty and practicum site supervisors. Students have the option to complete an emphasis in medical family therapy.

The program meets guidelines to prepare students for licensure as marriage and family therapists in California and other states, and is nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE).

Graduates go on to work in a variety of settings, including community mental health agencies, private practice and medical settings — and some continue their studies in PhD programs.

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Department of Leadership StudiesOur leadership programs are designed to prepare students for leadership roles or academic positions in a wide variety of settings including education, organizational consulting, for-profit organizations, the nonprofit and philanthropic sector, and more.The academic process is enriched by practical experiences that bring theory out of the classroom and into professional practice. Together they create reflection-in-action that results in deep learning and problem solving, allowing students to become modern leaders in whatever system they seek to change.

Our programs are designed to accommodate the schedules of working professionals or can be completed on a full-time basis. Coursework takes place in the evening and on some weekends. Many, but not all, of our leadership studies students work full-time while completing their degrees or credentials.

PhD in Leadership Studies, with specializations in:• Higher Education Leadership• Nonprofit and Philanthropic Leadership and Management• Organizational Leadership and Consulting• Teaching, Learning and Leadership• Individualized program

Our doctoral degree in leadership studies was the first program of its kind when created 35 years ago. The program is grounded in a theoretical framework designed to challenge our students’ perspectives of successful leadership practices, and provide them with the theoretical background and methodological and practical tools to affect positive and sustainable change in our global community.

Our doctoral students are teachers, administrators, mid- and upper-level executives, nonprofit professionals, military personnel, counselors and leaders in a variety of professional arenas. After graduation, they may become

university professors or work as policy analysts, evaluators, consultants, executive coaches or educational administrators.

Coursework includes a firm grounding in leadership theory and practice, and research design and evaluation, and is designed to enable students to explore, understand and critique theories, concepts, competencies, values and ethics related to leadership. The program is highly customizable and students work closely with their faculty advisors to design a specialized program of study tailored to their goals.

Recent Dissertation Topics Include:• Authenticity: Theoretical

Considerations, Instrument Development and Implications for Leaders

• Study Abroad as a Multifaceted Approach to Supporting College Sophomores: Creating Optimal Environments to Promote Intercultural Maturity

• The Relationship Between Perceived Toxic Leadership Styles, Leader Effectiveness and Organizational Cynicism

• A Tale of Two Schools: The Spiritual Development of Leaders in Protestant Seminaries

• Comparing Factors of Bachelor’s Degree Attainment for First and Continuing Generation Students

• Understanding The Global Development of Global Leadership Competencies

• Exploring the Impact on Students of Western Universities on Foreign Soil: A Case Study of Qatar

• Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC): The Impact of NJROTC Participation on Naval Accession and Retention

MA in Leadership Studies, with specializations in:• Organizational Leadership and

Consulting• PK-12 Public/Private School

Leadership• Individualized program

This program seeks to develop knowledgeable, ethical, caring and inclusive leaders for a diverse and changing society. We prepare “practitioner-scholars” to make significant contributions in a variety of organizational settings. We aspire to enhance students’ capacity to lead in ways that are creative, caring and inspirational. Students develop their understanding of leadership by studying leadership theories and research, and examining best practices and ethics and organizational change.

Our students work in business, government, nonprofit organizations, the military, education and other professions, and develop their leadership skills within a specific organizational context. Our alumni are employed as educational administrators, business executives, instructors and consultants at a variety of schools and organizations.

Students may choose to pursue a specialization in leadership, PK-12 school leadership or craft an individualized program. Students

may earn an Administrative Services Credential concurrently with their master’s through our Educational Leadership Development Academy (ELDA) programs, designed to prepare outstanding school administrators.

All our students complete an internship that allows them to explore new career options, deepen their knowledge of an existing area, or learn new skills and competencies, all with working closely with faculty who guide them through their internship.

Samples of Internship Sites• The Center for Creative Leadership• VA Medical Center La Jolla• High Tech High Charter

Management Organization• InSync Consulting• International Changemakers

Foundation• Northrup-Grumman• Linda Vista Community

Collaborative• COMPASS Family Center• Nativity Prep Academy

Additionally, students select one of three options as their final capstone experience. They can complete a traditional master’s thesis, conduct an action research project, or create a professional portfolio that integrates their knowledge and experiences during the program.

MA in Higher Education Leadership, with specializations in:• Higher Education Administration• Student Affairs

Our students are professionals working in, or aspiring to, a career in post-secondary education. This program prepares students for leadership roles in administration and student affairs at two-year and four-year colleges and universities in departments that include student activities, multicultural student affairs, athletics, military student affairs, academic advising, residential life, admissions and financial aid.

The curriculum includes coursework on leadership theory and practice, as well as electives in student development, higher educational administration, higher education policy and multicultural counseling. The program familiarizes students with the complexities of the post-secondary system at all levels, and exposes them to relevant research, and contemporary issues facing leaders working in higher education.

Students who are not already employed in colleges and universities often hold student affairs graduate assistantships through a joint effort between the Department of Leadership Studies and USD’s Division of Student Affairs, which is designed to integrate professional practice and theory.


Samples of Student Affairs-Department of Leadership Studies Graduate Assistantship Placements• Center for Health and Wellness

Promotion

• Center for Student Success

• Outdoor Adventures

• Residential Life

• Student Leadership and Involvement Center (SLIC)

• Associated Students

• Student Organizations and Leadership

• Women’s Center

• Graduate/Law Student Life

• Greek Life - Interfraternity Council

• Greek Life - Panhellenic Council

• Student Conduct

• Torero Program Board

• United Front Multicultural Center

• Center for Inclusion and Diversity

• Center for Awareness, Service and Action

• USD Office of Sustainability

• USD College of Arts and Sciences

(among other products). In the process students learn how to be politically and technically proficient in bringing best practices to nonprofit organizations and philanthropies. Many of these products are housed in an online library of best practice resources. Find them at www.sandiego.edu/nponline.

This program provides:• Scholarship. We educate the best

to be the best.

• Service. We provide hands-on assistance to nonprofits and philanthropies.

• Solutions. We drive innovation through consulting and research.

Optional certification with the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance is available to students and alumni of this master’s program.

Samples of Applied Projects• Bylaws: United Cerebral Palsy of

San Diego County

• Lobbying Campaign: Stand Up for Rosie

• Governing Board Handbook: Country Montessori School of Poway

• Code of Ethics: GreaterGoal

• Marketing Strategy: Surfers for Cetaceans

• Research Project: KROC Fit Kids

MA in Nonprofit Leadership and ManagementThis program is designed for nonprofit professionals who are asking:• How do I maximize my impact?• How do I lead my nonprofit

successfully in a world of scarce resources?

• How do I master the art of change management?

• How do I discover who I am as a leader?

The program is designed for individuals who want to be part of an intentional learning community of practitioners and scholars who are embedded in the field. It offers an integrated course of study that melds state-of-the-art leadership theory with proven management models, strategies and tools designed to teach professionals how to create and manage high-performance organizations.

The curriculum is focused on applied learning, which facilitates the transfer of knowledge from theory to practice. Each semester students produce organizational audits, governance documents and development plans, or create community-organizing campaigns

Why SOLES?Our International ExperienceAll master’s and doctoral students participate in an international experience designed to support the growth of cultural competency. Our goal is to inform best practices in working with culturally diverse populations locally, nationally and globally.

For many students, this experience will include a one- to two-week course abroad. For students who prefer to stay in southern California, this experience may be fulfilled through research or coursework on international issues. Service trips and site visits across the border in Tijuana are offered regularly.

To learn more, visit www.sandiego.edu/soles/centers-and-research/global-center/.

Coursework abroad is coordinated through the SOLES Global Center. Past global courses include:• Cognition and Learning in Japan

• International Comparative Education in Oxford

• Family Development in New Zealand

• Multicultural Counseling in Spain or Jamaica

• Fieldwork Seminar in Kenya

• Community Models of Leadership: From Noticing to Mindful Action in Sri Lanka

• A Journey Through Bali: Leadership, Moral Imagination and the Arts in Indonesia

• Participatory Decision Making in the Mondragon Cooperative in Spain


Aspiring Leaders ProgramOur Educational Leadership Development Academy (ELDA) offers programs to aspiring and existing PK-12 school administrators that provide the skills needed to be highly successful leaders of continuous instructional improvement. Our leadership credentialing program and tailored professional development include a continuum of coursework, experiential learning, reflective practice, networking opportunities and ongoing professional development through our summer institutes, ELDA forums and the Spotlight on Education speaker series.

Our two-year, part-time, cohort-based aspiring leaders program prepares working teachers to become school administrators through a combination of university coursework, district mentoring and professional development, and apprenticeship to an exemplary principal. By accessing the Mobile Technology Learning Center, Center for Education Policy and Law, and Leadership Institute, our students access cutting-edge research that lays the foundation for successful school transformation.

Upon successful completion, students are eligible to apply to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential, and may apply credential coursework toward an MA in leadership studies with a specialization in PK-12 school leadership.

For more information on ELDA, please visit www.sandiego.edu/soles/centers-and-research/elda.

Graduate Certificate ProgramThe Department of Leadership Studies is proud to offer a certificate in nonprofit management in partnership with the university’s Division of Professional and Continuing Education. Learn more online at http://pce.sandiego.edu.

Undergraduate ProgramsArmy ROTCUSD Army ROTC serves the greater region of San Diego County to train students to become future officers in our armed forces, as well as leaders in the civilian sector. Additionally, the university is also home to a separate Navy ROTC program. For more information on the Navy ROTC program visit www.sandiego.edu/nrotc.

Minor in Leadership StudiesOur undergraduate minor offers students the opportunity to engage in critical reflection and inquiry around their practice of leadership with a strong emphasis on personal development.

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance CertificationUndergraduate certificate students receive national certification from the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance, and complete coursework that develops students to become skilled professionals and leaders of nonprofit agencies.

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Department of Learning and TeachingOur learning and teaching students are poised to make a difference in education — in California and around the world. Our alumni teach in diverse K-12 and adult education contexts here in San Diego, in states across the country and internationally in locations such Japan, Brazil, Korea and Kuwait. They include educational leaders and teachers in elementary, middle and high schools, special education classrooms and adult English language settings.

Students at SOLES experience personalized learning in the field and in the classroom. Their coursework takes an interactive and dynamic approach utilizing new technologies in education in a well-built learning community. The faculty-student collaboration, globally-focused learning and high-quality field experience are just a few elements that make USD’s learning and teaching programs stand out.

Master’s Credential Cohort (MCC) ProgramThe MCC programs are designed to prepare effective teachers through coursework and field experiences leading to an MEd in Curriculum and Instruction and Preliminary California Teaching Credential or an MEd in Special Education. The programs emphasize the connection between theory and practice, weaving together university-based coursework and thoughtfully designed field experiences. Candidates in the programs develop the knowledge, skills and strategies needed to flourish in their own classrooms, as well as the critical habits of mind and reflective practices that will allow them to grow as educators throughout their careers.

Elementary, Middle and High School Teacher PreparationThis program, which may be completed in as few as 12 months, includes two semesters of student teaching at two different grade levels and a cohort-based curriculum designed to foster collaboration and community. Upon successful completion of edTPA, a nationally recognized performance assessment, our students are recommended to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for the Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential (for elementary school) or the Preliminary Single Subject Credential (for middle or high school).

Special Education Teacher PreparationOur special education program prepares candidates to work with students with mild to moderate disabilities from kindergarten through 22 years of age. Nationally recognized by the Council for Exceptional Children, our special education program offers the combination of theory and practical experience that provides graduates with a solid understanding, knowledge and skill set to function as highly effective special educators.

This two-year program offers specially designed coursework to prepare candidates to support students with a range of special needs, as well as two semesters of student teaching at both the elementary and secondary levels. Upon graduation, MCC special education students earn an MEd in Special Education and are recommended to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for the Preliminary Education Specialist Credential with an authorization in mild to moderate disabilities.

MEd in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), Literacy and CultureOur master’s students in TESOL, literacy and culture develop a scholarly and practical approach to literacy and second language instruction. This program offers candidates a theoretical basis and practical knowledge in teaching English as a second and foreign language. Candidates are prepared to work effectively in adult education settings, such as community colleges, universities, adult education centers, and language academies in the United States and abroad.

The program focuses on culture, linguistics, second language acquisition and methodology of teaching English, including alignment with required standards and a sound understanding of the complexities of working with linguistically and culturally diverse populations. The program offers intensive field experiences in TESOL classrooms in community colleges and adult learning settings, including USD’s own on-campus English Language Academy.

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Online Programs for Experienced TeachersThese 100 percent online graduate degrees provide K-12 teachers with a strong research-based curricular foundation and immediate practical classroom applications. The program places an emphasis on 21st century skills, equity and social justice, classroom inquiry and a professional response to the Common Core Standards.

Each degree can be completed in as little as 20 months and allows teachers to continue to work full-time through the flexibility of online learning. The online MEd can be earned through the completion of 10 courses (3 units each) for 30 units of coursework and consists of five foundation courses, including a capstone action research project, and five specialization courses.

MEd in Curriculum and InstructionThis program focuses on the design, delivery and assessment of lessons, units and programs, and teaches students to systematically examine both their own practices and leading national and international exemplars. This specialization is the most flexible online degree option

as it allows students to choose from the different specialization courses in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math), Universal Design for Learning and Inclusive Education, and Literacy and Digital Learning offered each semester. This provides students with a personalized approach in obtaining their MEd.

MEd in Literacy and Digital LearningThis specialization helps students integrate new media into their classroom to improve reading, writing and language development. Designed for English and language arts teachers, elementary educators and content area teachers, the MEd in Literacy and Digital Learning responds to the Common Core State Standards and supports the development of evidence-based best practices. The coursework in this specialization will strengthen the ability to effectively engage students in reading and responding to complex texts, accessing and critically evaluating information, and sharing their ideas through written work, oral presentations and multimodal media communications.

MEd in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM)The MEd in STEAM takes STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) to the next level by adding

arts (liberal, social, manual, physical and fine arts) to the framework for integrated instruction. The MEd in STEAM empowers teachers to employ a project-based learning approach that crosses all of these disciplines in solving everyday problems. This approach has been shown to engage students, and allow them to use both left- and right-brained thinking in the same exercise.

MEd in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Inclusive EducationThe MEd in UDL and Inclusive Education employs a framework that maximizes learning opportunities for all students, whether they have disabilities, are non-native English speakers or are gifted. Using the UDL framework, teachers strengthen inclusive classrooms and expand their understanding of student ability. This specialization is appropriate for special education and general education K-12 teachers who want to give students safe spaces, flexible learning choices and effective paths to educational goals.

For enrollment and new specialization information for our online programs, please visit MEdOnline.SanDiego.edu.

PhD in Leadership Studies, with a specialization in Teaching, Learning and LeadershipThis program is offered in partnership with the Department of Leadership Studies. For more information on the PhD program, please see the information provided on page five.

Certificate ProgramsCertificate programs may be completed independently or in conjunction with master’s degrees in the Department of Learning and Teaching. For more information on the certificate programs listed below, please visit www.sandiego.edu/soles/academics.

Available certificates include:• Certificate in Teaching English

to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

• Certificate of Teaching in Independent and Parochial Schools*

• Character Education Specialist Certificate**

• Mobile Technology Learning Certificate**

* Program developed in partnership with St. Katherine College

** Program is in partnership with USD’s Division of Professional and Continuing Education

Life in San DiegoThink of San Diego and the first thing that probably comes to mind is the near-perfect climate and 70 miles of pristine beaches. California’s second-largest city and the nation’s eighth largest, San Diego has a population of over 1.3 million people. It’s home to a thriving music, theater and arts scene, and has the largest concentration of museums on the west coast in historic Balboa Park, which also houses the world famous San Diego Zoo.

The University of San Diego is ideally situated just a few miles north of downtown San Diego, on a mesa overlooking the city and the Pacific Ocean.

Graduate Student LifeThe hub of student life, USD’s 50,000-square-foot Student Life Pavilion (SLP) features large, open workspaces and student lounges, a dozen sophisticated dining options, a natural foods grocery store and offices for student organizations.The SLP hosts the Graduate Student Council and includes the Graduate and Law Student Commons, a group study and meeting space that fosters community and hosts programs including the Leaders on Campus breakfast, career development workshops, faculty luncheons, wellness programs, wine and cheese mixers, graduate women’s circles and San Diego excursions.

The SOLES Graduate Student Association (SGSA) is a student-governed association supporting the development of a professional, scholastic and social community in SOLES. The SGSA hosts a number of social events for SOLES students and faculty, including a holiday celebration and happy hour networking events. The SGSA also awards professional development grants to SOLES students to support their research interests.

Graduate student organizations include:• SOLES Graduate Student

Association (SGSA)• Black Graduate Student

Association (BGSA)• Chi Sigma Iota International

Honor Society in Counseling• Latino Graduate Student

Association (LGSA)• Phi Delta Kappa Professional

Honor Society in Education• Asian Students in Action (ASIA)

Mother Rosalie Hill HallMother Rosalie Hill Hall is located on the northwestern corner of the USD campus, overlooking the city of San Diego, Mission Bay and the Pacific Ocean. Our campus neighbors are the Copley Library and the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice.Our state-of-the-art, 80,000-square-foot building includes:

• 13 classroom spaces, including our Executive Classroom

• The Warren Auditorium, which seats 188 for special events and guest speakers

• Faculty and staff offices for our three departments

• Two computer labs

• A reading room and two living rooms for students

• Observation rooms with recording capacity for counseling and MFT students

• Two team project rooms

• A family room and several family restrooms

• Bert’s Bistro café

Undergraduate ProgramsTeaching Credentials for Undergraduate StudentsUndergraduates at USD may complete coursework and student teaching for a Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential, Single Subject Credential or Education Specialist Credential in Mild/Moderate Disabilities concurrently with their bachelor’s degree. This prepares them to teach in K-12 classrooms in as few as four years. Upon graduation, students are recommended to the California Commission on Teacher Education for their credentials.

Education MinorOur minor in education is open to USD undergraduates interested in pursuing careers in education-related fields, as well as those who aim to contribute to the educational community as volunteers, researchers, parents and community members. Students gain valuable knowledge about PK-12 schools, students and learning processes, and the impact of structural, linguistic, cultural and economic factors on student success and teaching practices.

Employer Perspectives“In 2014, the Cajon Valley Union School District offered an early retirement incentive which led to about 60 vacancies for teachers. Our first call was to Dr. Heather Lattimer at the University of San Diego. The USD teacher education program is exceptional to say the least. USD candidates come prepared both for the present and the future. Graduates from this program are highly sought after.”– Dr. David Miyashiro, superintendent, Cajon Valley Union School District

“An essential and impressive quality of the USD teacher education program is its firm and longstanding commitment to social justice and equity.”– Larry Rosenstock, chief executive officer, High Tech High

“Teachers applying to Del Lago Academy from the USD credentialing program often rise to the top of our applicant pool. They are simply well prepared for our approach to educating our scholars.”– Keith Nuthall, principal, Del Lago Academy

“As the academic director of the English Language Academy, a rigorous English language program at USD, I am always looking for outstanding instructors. Fortunately, I haven’t had to look further than the graduates of the master’s


program in TESOL, literacy and culture … In our summer program, over half of the instructors are SOLES graduates. The program’s dual focus on theory and practical teaching skills has produced professionals with the passion and knowledge to make a real difference in the lives of our students.”– Deborah Sundmacher, academic director, USD English Language Academy

Our graduates have gone on to work in a diverse range of K-12 and adult education settings including the following:• High Tech High Schools

• Summit Schools

• Del Lago Academy

• English Language Academy

• Gompers Preparatory School

• Dozier-Libby Medical High School

• San Diego Unified School District

• Chula Vista Union School District

• Palomar Community College District

• Escondido Unified School District

• Poway Unified School District

• Cajon Valley School District

• Japan Women’s University

• Dalian Neusoft University of Information in China

• San Dieguito Union School District

• Sweetwater Unified School District

• Shanghai American School

Centers and InstitutesMother Rosalie Hill Hall is home to the School of Leadership and Education Sciences and our 10 affiliated centers and institutes:

• Caster Family Center for Nonprofit and Philanthropic Research

• Center for Education Policy and Law (CEPAL)

• Character Development Center• Educational Leadership

Development Academy (ELDA)• Global Center• Institute for Entrepreneurship in

Education• Institute for Nonprofit Education

and Research (INER)• Leadership Institute• Manchester Family Child

Development Center• Mobile Technology Learning

Center (MTLC)

Navy ROTCThe Naval Reserve Officers Training Corp Unit is headquartered at USD in SOLES. The mission of NROTC is to develop battalion members morally, mentally and physically while imbuing them with the highest of ideals of duty, honor and loyalty. College graduates commission as Ensigns in the Navy or Second Lieutenants in the Marine Corp.

For more information on the Navy ROTC program visit www.sandiego.edu/nrotc/.

Financial AidOne of USD’s highest priorities is to ensure that sufficient financial support is available to all eligible students. The first step in applying for aid is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.gov. Eligible students are considered for a combination of need-based grant and loan funding from the university’s Office of Financial Aid.

Many students also benefit from scholarships, fellowships and loans offered by SOLES. Please visit our website for more information and application procedures.www.sandiego.edu/soles/admission-and-aid/www.sandiego.edu/soles/admission-and-aid/scholarships/

International StudentsThough international students are not eligible to receive funding from the Office of Financial Aid, they are encouraged to apply for SOLES scholarships, as well as support from their governments and private sources. SOLES has been proud to host a number of Fulbright Scholars from other nations.

VeteransOur school welcomes veterans and their families, and is proud to participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program, a provision of the Post 9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008.

Graduate AssistantshipsMany students in our MA in Higher Education Leadership program and in our PhD in Leadership Studies program participate in graduate assistantships. Compensation includes tuition scholarship and a stipend. Other on-campus work opportunities, for which students may earn an hourly wage, are available for graduate students in other SOLES programs.

Why SOLES?Our Torero NetworkSOLES’ graduates join a Torero alumni network of more than 60,000 USD alumni living in all 50 states and 103 countries. There are 25 regional chapters offering events nationwide including lifelong learning seminars, networking events, volunteering opportunities and cultural experiences.

Additionally, SOLES keeps its alumni apprised of its accomplishments and further opportunities to engage with SOLES’ faculty, students and alumni through its annual Dean’s Report and its Horizons newsletters. Alumni are invited to attend SOLES events, which cover a variety of themes and topics of professional interest and continued learning, as well as networking and social opportunities. We greatly appreciate our alumni who volunteer their time to share their expertise with each other and our student community by speaking at events or mentoring or meeting with current and prospective students.

For more information:toreronetwork.sandiego.edu

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AccreditationPrograms are accredited by the following organizations:COAMFTE Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education

CACREP Commission for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Education Programs

CTC Commission on Teacher Credentialing

NCATE* National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education

WASCWestern Association of Schools and Colleges

*Note: NCATE is a subsidiary of the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

Take the Next StepWe invite you to take the next step in your educational journey by submitting your application for admission. All applications to our SOLES graduate programs are carefully considered by our faculty using a holistic review process that considers all components submitted along with the application.Please visit us online for current application deadlines, requirements and checklists for each of our graduate programs, and for information on upcoming information sessions for prospective students at www.sandiego.edu/soles/admission-and-aid/.

For admissions advising or to request more information on SOLES graduate programs, please contact the SOLES Office of Admissions and Outreach at [email protected].

Information in this prospectus is current as of August 2014 and is subject to change.

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