Mild to Moderate Support Needs (MMSN) Credential

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Education Specialists with a Mild to Moderate Support Needs (MMSN) credential serve students from transitional kindergarten through 12th grade who require individualized support for a range of learning and behavioral needs. This dynamic program prepares candidates to work collaboratively with school teams to design and implement effective, personalized supports for students with mild to moderate disabilities. With a strong emphasis on inclusive practices, positive behavior strategies, and evidence-based instruction, the MMSN program equips future educators with the tools to make a meaningful impact in diverse classroom settings.

The MMSN credential program offers the flexibility of 100% online coursework, delivered through a mix of asynchronous and live sessions, paired with hands-on clinical practice in local school districts throughout the greater Orange County area. This blend of theory and real-world experience ensures candidates are not only well-prepared but also confident in their ability to support student success from day one.

The MMSN credential program is offered as full-time or part-time, pending enrollment and majority preference during the application process.

Questions? Contact Sabrina Holguin spedadvising@fullerton.edu

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Full Time

Semester 1 Courses
Course	Units
SPED 401: Introduction to Autism	3
SPED 420: Collaboration and Consultation: Teaching Performance Assessment Seminar	3
SPED 432: SPED Curriculum and Instruction in the General Ed Classroom-math and Science	3
SPED 433: Reading and Language Arts Instruction	3
SPED 487: Initial Student Teaching in General Education and Special Education Settings	6

Semester 2 Courses
Course	Units
SPED 421: Working with Families of Individuals with Disabilities	3
SPED 430: Assessment in Special Education	3
SPED 423: Positive Behavior Support	3
SPED 482A: Curriculum and Methods for Individuals with Mild to Moderate Support Needs	3
SPED 489A: Directed Teaching in Special Education	6

Part Time

Fall Semester 1 Courses
Course	Units
SPED 401: Introduction to Autism	3
SPED 432: SPED Curriculum and Instruction in the General Ed Classroom-math and Science	3

Spring Semester 2 Courses
Course	Units
SPED 423: Positive Behavior Support	3
SPED 421: Working with Families of Individuals with Disabilities	3

Fall Semester 3 Courses
Course	Units
SPED 420: Collaboration and Consultation: Teaching Performance Assessment Seminar	3
SPED 433: Reading and Language Arts Instruction	3
SPED 487: Initial Student Teaching in General Education and Special Education Settings	6

Spring Semester 4 Courses
Course	Units
SPED 482A:Curriculum and Methods for Individuals with Mild to Moderate Support Needs	3
SPED 430: Assessment in Special Education	3
SPED 489A: Directed Teaching in Special Education	6

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Interns are also required to take the Intern Support Seminar, SPED 490, every semester they are an intern.

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