DISCLAIMER: Due to ongoing and substantial changes in credential legislation and degree programs in the State of California, please check with an official School of Social Sciences and Education advisor for current information.
Program Description
The programs and services of the Teacher Education Department are directed toward the preparation of teachers who are seeking a basic California credential. The MISSION of the CSUB Department of Teacher Education is to prepare educator advocates who are leaders in their communities and invested in developing students as capable and compassionate change-agents.
Basic Preliminary Credential Programs
Multiple Subjects-SB2042 Legislation (Credentials have the English Language Learner Authorization). The Elementary Education program (Multiple Subjects) is designed for individuals who wish to have a teaching career in an elementary school. The Multiple Subjects credential authorizes the holder to teach in a multiple subject or self-contained classroom in the elementary schools.
Single Subject-SB2042 Legislation (Credential have the English Language Learner Authorization). The Secondary Education program (Single Subject) is designed for those individuals who wish to teach at the junior and high school levels.
Time Limits for Coursework
All Credential coursework must be completed within a 7-year period of time. This time limit requirement means that no more than seven (7) years may elapse between the start of the term for the earliest dated course approved for the Plan of Study and the date the application for recommendation of a credential is approved.
Admission Requirements for Multiple Subject Programs
A student may begin the Credential Program in the Fall or Spring semester. The mandatory Information and Application session is offered each semester. Please refer to the program brochure for meeting dates and times. Admission criteria are based on the CSU and CTC guidelines. They include, but are not limited to, the following:
- CSUB Admission
- A student must be admitted to the University in order to continue with the teacher education credential programs
- Class Level
- Candidates must be senior status (minimum of 135 quarter units/90 semester units) to apply. IBEST (Integrated Baccalaureate for Excellence in Studies and Teaching) students must complete a minimum of 90 quarter units/60 semester units toward a bachelor’s degree at the time of applicatioion.
- Grade Point Average (GPA)
- To be considered for regular admission, students must have a 2.75 GPA in the last 90 quarter units/60 semester units.
Meeting Subject Matter Competence
Multiple Subjects Program (CSET only)
All candidates must pass or meet the California Subject Examinations Requirements for Teachers (CSET - Multiple Subjects, subtest I, II and III) before admission to the program. For more information, go to www.cset.nesinc.com or contact bsr_smc@csub.edu.
Teacher Performance Assessment (TPA)
The California Teacher Performance Assessment is a requirement for the Multiple/Single Subjects Teacher Credential Programs.
Multiple Subject Credential Program
A student may begin the Multiple Subject Credential Program in the Fall or Spring semesters.
- Application Requirements
To apply for a Preliminary Credential, the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) requires the following:
- BA/BS degree from an accredited University.
- Passage of CBEST exam or Basic Skills Requirement met.
- Passage of the CSET (MS) Exam or Subject Matter Competency met.
- Passage of the RICA exam.
- CBEST: All candidates must have taken the California Basic Education Skills Test (CBEST) or met the requirements before applying to the program. Proof of passage of the CBEST must be submitted at the time of application to Stage II Student Teaching. For more information, go to www.cbest.nesinc.com or contact bsr_smc@csub.edu.
Note: Program requirements may change based on evolving nature of state credentialing guidelines.
Note: Program requirements may change based on evolving nature of state credentialing guidelines.
Requirements for the Multiple Subject Teacher Credential Program
The following list of courses represents the required coursework for a Multiple Subject Credential. A student must maintain an overall GPA of 3.00 or above in credential courses to remain in the program and to advance to student teaching. A course with a grade lower than a “C” must be repeated.
Course List
Code |
Title |
Units |
EDTE 3000 | Introduction to Education | 3 |
EDTE 3308 | Socio-Cultural Foundations of Education | 3 |
EDTE 4100 | Teaching English Language and Special Populations | 3 |
EDTE 4200 | Technology for Educators | 3 |
| 12 |
EDEL 5100 | Literacy Arts for Diverse Learners | 4 |
EDEL 5200 | Math Methods and Assessment | 4 |
EDEL 5300 | Class Management and Differentiated Instruction | 4 |
EDEL 5400 | Interdisciplinary Social Studies | 4 |
EDEL 5500 | Science Methods & Assessment | 4 |
EDEL 5800 & EDEL 5810 | Multiple Subject Clinical Practice and Multiple Subject Final Clinical Practice | 12-14 |
or EDTE 5800 & EDEL 5810 | Intern/Resident Clinical Practice and Multiple Subject Final Clinical Practice |
EDTE 4350 & EDTE 4360 | TPA Cycle 1 and TPA Cycle 2 | 6 |
| 38-40 |
Total Units | 50-52 |
Multiple Subject Intern Program
This program is designed for candidates who are currently employed in a self-contained, multiple subjects’ classroom. After admission to the intern program, candidates enroll in a sequence of coursework designed to enhance their teaching effectiveness. Interns are assigned an Intern Advisor who oversees their academic progress in the program. After admission to the program, a Peer Coach and University Supervisor are assigned to the intern teacher. These individuals provide ongoing support and guidance at the school site. University Supervisors conduct an evaluation of the intern’s teaching and provide feedback for growth and improvement. For additional information, please contact the Credentials Office at 661-654-2110.
Integrated Baccalaureate for Excellence in Studies and Teaching (IBEST)
The Integrated Baccalaureate for Excellence in Studies and Teaching, or IBEST, is an integrated program for improving the quality of teacher education for prospective TK-6 teachers. The IBEST program is designed for candidates who have made the decision to teach in grades TK-6 at the beginning of their college career and who are able to commit to full-time enrollment during the day. Candidates will receive both their baccalaureate degree in Liberal Studies and a preliminary multiple subjects credential upon completion of the program. Additional information can be obtained at the Liberal Studies Office, Education Building, Room 102, 661-654-3337.
School of Social Sciences and Education Programs Offered at Antelope Valley
The Teacher Education Department, within the School of Social Sciences and Education at California State University, Bakersfield, offers the following credential programs in the Antelope Valley:
- Intern, Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential with ELL Authorization.
- Intern, Preliminary and Single Subject Credential with ELL Authorization; and
- Intern, Preliminary and Professional Clear Specialist Credential (Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe).
Candidates are expected to attend an orientation session at least one-semester prior to applying to a credential program. These sessions are held on the CSUB Bakersfield and Antelope Valley Campuses. Criteria, fees and requirements for admission to the University and admission to School of Social Sciences and Education credential programs are the same as for the main campus. Please refer to individual credential program areas (in this University Catalog) for application information, admission requirements and specific program requirements.
The course sequence for Credential Programs offered at the Antelope Valley Campus is the same as the CSUB main campus for Stage I and Stage II. Candidates must maintain a 3.00 or better GPA in all credential course work to remain in the program. Student teaching placements are arranged by the credential program coordinator for candidates to participate in school districts located in the Antelope Valley.
All application and registration materials, including the Semester Schedule of Classes, may be obtained at the CSUB Antelope Valley Campus, 43090 30th Street West, Lancaster, California, 93536 or phone 661-952-5080.
For a complete list of all the CSUB Credentials program offerings, please visit https://www.csub.edu/sse/Education%20Credentials/index.html