StudyQA — Bachelor: Multiple Subject Credential — California State University (Page 10)

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The Multiple Subject Credential Program at California State University is designed to prepare future educators to teach in self-contained classrooms across elementary grade levels, typically from kindergarten through sixth grade. This comprehensive program provides aspiring teachers with the necessary pedagogical knowledge, content expertise, and practical classroom experience to excel in diverse educational settings. Candidates in the program engage in rigorous coursework that covers fundamental topics such as child development, instructional strategies, classroom management, assessment methods, and curriculum design, all tailored to meet the needs of young learners.

Throughout their training, students also participate in multiple practica and student teaching placements within elementary schools, allowing them to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world classroom environments under the guidance of experienced mentors. This hands-on experience is critical in developing effective teaching skills, fostering classroom leadership, and understanding the diverse needs of students, including those with special needs and English language learners. The program emphasizes culturally responsive teaching practices, ensuring that graduates are prepared to meet the challenges of today’s diverse student populations.

The curriculum integrates latest educational research, technology in education, and innovative instructional techniques to support engaging, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments. Candidates are also trained to collaborate with families, school staff, and community members to create supportive and effective educational experiences. The Multiple Subject Credential at CSU is accredited and recognized across California, qualifying graduates to obtain a valid teaching credential that enables them to teach in public elementary schools throughout the state.

Designed for individuals passionate about early childhood and elementary education, this program prepares graduates not only to meet the California basic skills and subject matter requirements but also to demonstrate the professional teaching standards established by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Upon successful completion, candidates are eligible for employment as credentialed elementary school teachers, equipped with the skills, knowledge, and practical experience to foster positive learning outcomes and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

Program Highlights

Co-Teaching model available

Intern option available

Full and part-time option available

Admission applications are accepted for Fall and Spring

Prerequisite Courses

The following prerequisite courses must be successfully completed, with a grade of “C” or better, or in progress at the time that you apply to the Multiple Subject Credential Program.

EDUC 510 Learning Theory and Development (3)

ENGL 475 Language in Social Context (3)

SPED 345 Individuals with Disabilities in Society (3)

EDUC 512 Equity, Diversity and Foundations of Schooling (3)

EDUC 522 Creating and Managing Effective Learning Environments (5)

Bilingual Authorization Prerequisite Courses

For a Bilingual Authorization, the following prerequisite courses must be completed in addition to the prerequisite courses listed above. They must be successfully completed, with a grade of "C" or better, or in progress at the time you apply to the Multiple Subject Credential Program

HIST 361 Modern Latin American History (3)

EDML 617 The Socio-cultural Context of Schooling (3)

AND EITHER:

CHS 350 Chicana/o History and Culture (HIST) (3) OR

EDUC 445 Chicano Child and Adolescent (4)

In addition to the prerequisites listed above, students who wish to complete the Bilingual Authorization Emphasis in Spanish must pass the language assessment exam (CSET: Spanish III) prior to applying for the Credential Program.

Application — Apply to both the University Admissions office and the School of Education. Applications to the School of Education are available

Basic Skills Examination — Students must pass either the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) or the revised California Subject Examination for Teachers (CSET) Multiple Subjects Examination plus Writing Skills, prior to admission to the Multiple Subject Teaching Credential Program. Students are urged to take either of these examinations at the earliest possible time after deciding to pursue a teaching credential.

Subject Matter Preparation — The CI Liberal Studies in Teaching and Learning option best prepares students for the subject matter knowledge and skills required for the Multiple Subject Teaching Credential Program. All students must pass the California Subject Examination for Teachers (CSET) Multiple Subjects Examination prior to admission to the Multiple Subject Credential Program. The CSET examination results are valid for five years from the date of passing and must be valid upon final completion of the program.

Prerequisite Courses in Education (16 units, 25-26 units with the Bilingual Authorization) — If taken at CI, the courses must be completed within seven (7) years prior to beginning the program with a grade of “C” or better. If an equivalent course at another college or university has been taken, it must have been completed within five (5) years prior to beginning the program.