Pupil Personnel Services Credential
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New Program - MS in Speech-Language Pathology
San José State University now offers an online MS in Speech-Language Pathology. Through rigorous coursework and clinical practicum, students are equipped to meet the needs of our culturally and linguistically diverse community. Join us to make a meaningful impact!
MS in Speech-Language PathologyThe Post-Master Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC), designed for professionals with an MSW, qualifies you for certification with the state of California as a school social worker. This 10-credit program includes four units of externship done in a school setting.
Prepare yourself for a rewarding career supporting students as a school social worker with the PPSC. This opportunity is available for qualified professionals in California with an MSW, currently working in social work. School social workers help students achieve their full potential in the school setting and work closely to enhance their well-being at home and within the community.
Program Snapshot
10
units
Fall, Spring, Summer
admission
Pupil Personnel Services Credential Program, 91ÁÔÆæ
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The Pupil Personnel Services Credential's application process goes directly through the department. Please follow the steps outlined in the video when applying to the program.Program Features
Online classes
Learn from anywhere in California. Six of the ten credits are completed online.
School internship
The four-credit field experience is completed in person in your California location. It prepares you with skills to promote and support student’s academic and social successes.
Two areas
Successfully completing this program makes you eligible to apply for the California State PPSC in two areas: 1) School Social Work and 2) Child Welfare & Attendance.
91ÁÔÆæ is voted #5 in College Factual’s 2023 list of best California Social Work schools.
Career Opportunities
- The projects an increase in child, family, and school social worker careers between 2018-28, with 24,800 new jobs added during that time.
- According to social workers in California make on average 15% more than those in other states.
Apply To The Program
Learn more about how to apply below.
- Admission Requirements
- PPSC Application
- MSW degree transcript
- Bachelor degree transcript
- Current resume
- Personal statement
- Three letters of recommendation
- Certificate of clearance
For more information visit PPSC Credentials.
- How to ApplyFor details on how to apply, please review the .
- Application Deadlines
- Summer 2025: April 11, 2025*
- Fall 2025: July 11, 2025*
- Spring 2026: October 17, 2025*
*These dates are not final and are subject to change.
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Related Programs
Social Work, Advanced Standing
Join our accelerated and highly selective MSW Advanced Standing program. Graduate in just one year and begin your advanced career in social work. 37 units complete this program, with in-person internship requirements.
Social Work
Our two-year Master of Social Work (MSW) hybrid program offers online classes with an in-person internship component. Two years of continuous enrollment and completion of 60 units is required for this degree.
Speech Language Pathology
Guided by assessment and intervention within an evidence-based, ethical, and multicultural framework, the MS in Speech Language Pathology program equips students to serve the needs of our culturally and linguistically diverse community through a blend of rigorous coursework and clinical practicum.
Contact Information
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socialwork-post-masters@sjsu.edu