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Pacific Oaks College
A nonprofit, accredited, higher education institution, Pacific Oaks College offers teacher credentialing preparation as well as bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs in a variety of fields, including business and management, education, early childhood education, human development, marriage and family therapy, psychology, and social work.
Learning rooted in experience.
Because we commit to providing an education centered on culture, our students are immersed in an environment that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and equality. Through experiential learning, real-world practice, and strong curriculum, Pacific Oaks helps prepare you make an impact.
A few things that set us apart
- Benefit from flexibility and convenience: Classes occur on nights and weekends to accommodate the working professional.
- Save time with Credit for Learning from Experience: Bachelor’s students can earn up to 24 transfer credit hours that you can apply toward your degree.
- Take advantage of our scholarships and financial aid: Inquire today to learn about scholarships for incoming students along with other financial aid opportunities.
- Have confidence in knowing we are an accredited, nonprofit institution: Accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), Pacific Oaks College is a leading institution in education and human development.
Business Administration – Bachelor’s program
Community Psychology – Bachelor’s program
Early Childhood Education – Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate programs
Specializations in:
- STEAM
- Trauma Studies
- Dual Teaching Credential
- Elementary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Education – Master’s programs
Specializations in:
- Elementary Education
- Special Education
Human Development – Bachelor’s and Master’s programs
Specializations in:
- Active Learning Across the Lifespan
- Early Childhood Education & Development
- Leadership in Education and Human Services
- Social Change
- Working with Adults
Marriage and Family Therapy – Master’s program
Specializations in:
- African-American Family Studies
- LGBTQIA+ Studies
- Latinx Family Studies
- Trauma Studies
Organizational Leadership & Change – Master’s programs
Social Work – Bachelor’s and Master’s programs
Stand-Alone Teacher Credentialing
- Preliminary Education Specialist Teaching Credential (CA)
- Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (CA)
- Transitional Kindergarten (TK)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When can I start?
Students are accepted year-round. We offer three convenient start dates for campus-based students and six start dates for online students.
Where can I go for help?
Instructors, an academic advisor, CARE (Center for Achievement, Resources, and Enrichment), library services, and more.
Is Pacific Oaks accredited?
Pacific Oaks College is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).
About Pacific Oaks College
Rooted in the extraordinary potential that lives in every human being, Pacific Oaks offers an environment where your perspective and experience can play an integral part in your educational journey. Through our unique progressive approach to teaching and learning, everyone in our classrooms is both student and teacher. Students relate subjects to their own personal experiences—sharing with the teacher and fellow students.A nonprofit, accredited, higher education institution, Pacific Oaks College offers teacher credentialing preparation as well as bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs in a variety of fields, including business and management, education, early childhood education, human development, marriage and family therapy, psychology, and social work.
