Candidates accepted into an Added Authorization program must currently hold a preliminary education specialist teaching credential or be eligible for a preliminary education specialist teaching credential prior to recommendation for the Added Authorization.

From the handbook: This added authorization is available to individuals who hold an Education Specialist Credential or Learning Handicapped Credential that does not authorize services to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. This added authorization consists of a specific set of courses that are a part of the Education Specialist Credential programs. 

The Added Authorization courses may be considered part of coursework for completing the Clear Education Specialist program.