Single Subject Education

Students seeking to complete a Single Subject Credential in their undergraduate program must declare the Single Subject Education as their second major.

Students must demonstrate subject matter competence by completing an approved subject matter program, necessary major, approved coursework, or passing the California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET). Check with a School of Education advisor to find out if your major has an approved subject matter program.

Admission Requirements

Integrated Credential Program Admission Requirements

A student who is admitted to the University is not automatically admitted to the Integrated Credential Program and must meet the following requirements:

Demonstrate basic skills competency
- Take the California Basic Education Skills Test (CBEST); OR
- Demonstrate competence through an alternate route
Demonstrate subject matter competency
- Enrolled in an approved subject matter competency program; OR
- Take the California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET) for the appropriate credential area
Meet U.S. Constitution requirement
Grade Point Average (GPA)
- Minimum GPA of 2.75 for acceptance
- Maintain a GPA of 3.0 for all methods courses while in the program
Verification of Certificate of Clearance
One Recommendation, completed on forms provided, from professional source who can address your potential for success. Family members and friends may not complete recommendation.
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Traditional Credential Program Requirements (38 units)

Universal Preliminary Credential Core Requirements

Clinical Practice Requirements

Students cannot earn credit for both EDU 310 and 310G , or EDU 311 and EDU 311G .