Student Resources
Overview of Supports and Services
- Academic Supports and Student Success Initiatives—Student Services works closely with the Academic Team to ensure residents achieve academic, personal, and professional success by advising, coaching, and supporting students to excel in their courses and classroom practicum.
- Office of Enrollment and Credentialing—The Office of Enrollment and Credentialing at Alder supports accepted candidates in fulfilling enrollment requirements, including testing and clearance for fieldwork, as well as registering candidates for coursework. The office also supports residents through credential advising, the preliminary teaching credential recommendation, and granting a Master of Arts in Education degree upon program completion.
- Health and Wellness Services—Student Services takes a holistic approach to accommodating residents’ mental and physical needs while connecting residents to crucial resources accessible virtually and locally.
- Financial Support Services—Student Services offers financial planning, provides guides to resources such as Making It Work regional supports, and assists in making the program attainable.
- Accommodations Services—The Office of Student Services is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504, and in some cases, may be able to provide support for students with temporary disabilities/medical conditions. The Disabilities and Accommodations Policy and Procedures contains vital information for students to review when considering requesting accommodations at Alder.
- Library and Information Services—Alder GSE’s Library supports Student Services by ensuring residents receive writing and research support.
- Resident Experience—By cultivating opportunities and creating success for every resident, we hope that residents feel included and a sense of belonging from the start of their residency year to the successful completion of the program.
Student Services Resources
- Student Services Contact List—Alder GSE strives to promote student success by being accessible and supportive. This list provides contact information for Alder GSE departments that directly support residents. For any general inquiries, please email [email protected].
- Alder Health Care Benefit Options—Alder GSE recommends students compare viable health care options via Covered CA and eHealth Insurance to determine a plan that meets their needs.
- Alder Wellness Supports—Alder GSE understands the importance of wellness and self-care. Therefore, students can receive counseling services, work-life referrals, and financial/legal advice via our employee assistance program.
- Resources for Student Parents—in addition to the robust resources outlined above, Alder GSE supports student parents seeking childcare and other related support.
- Quarterly Student Services Newsletter—Alder GSE sends quarterly newsletters outlining student services resources and updates. Please see below for the newsletter archive:
- Voter Registration—please see the following link for information about voter registration in California: CA Voter Registration and Election Resources.
- Transcript Requests: Please use this link to request official Alder GSE transcripts. Transcripts are available in electronic or paper format, and Alder does not charge for official transcripts.
Reach out to Student Services for assistance at [email protected].