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Pacific Oaks College

A nonprofit, regionally-accredited higher education institution, Pacific Oaks offers Bachelor’s completion, Master’s programs and teacher credentialing in a variety of fields, including Human Development, Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT), Education, Early Childhood Education (ECE), Social Work, Psychology, and Organizational Leadership.

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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.

Here are just a few of the things that set us apart:

  • We are flexible and convenient, whether you take classes on-ground, online, or both.
  • Credit for Learning from Experience – earn up to 30 transfer credit hours that you can apply towards your degree.
  • Scholarships may be available – inquire today to learn more about scholarships for incoming students.
  • Regionally-accredited, nonprofit institution – Pacific Oaks has been a leader in education and human development for 70 years.

Business Administration – Bachelor’s program

Community Psychology – Bachelor’s program

Early Childhood Education – Bachelor’s and Master’s 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 
  • Ecological Perspectives and Lifespan 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

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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.

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Where can I go for help?

Instructors, an academic advisor, CARE (Center for Achievement, Resources, and Enrichment), library services, and more.

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Is Pacific Oaks accredited?

Pacific Oaks College is regionally-accredited by the Western Association of Schools & 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.
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