College of Education   California State University, Long Beach

Getting Started

MSTI Advisors are here to make the process of earning your credentials smooth and as clear as possible. When you meet with an Advisor, they will look at your transcripts/teaching history to help you figure out your next steps, which may include…

  • Subject Matter Preparation
    • Methods Course(s) – courses that help you teach the subject matter
    • Content Course(s) – increasing your confidence with the subject matter
  • Test Preparation – in depth preparation for CSET

After which you will…

  • Take CSET
  • Apply for Credential
    • Supplemental Credential (Middle School)
    • Single Subject (K–12)
  • Get Reimbursed – Must apply for reimbursement within 90 days of filling for Credential

MSTI Reimbursement

If you have filed for your Credential through CSULB, you are eligible to be reimbursed up to $300 through the MSTI Program. Visit ED1-17 to fill out the reimbursement forms and submit verification documentation.

What Qualifies for the MSTI Reimbursement:

Qualifying Item
Verification Needed
Credential Filling Fees  
  CSULB Credential Center Filing Receipt (email printout will be accepted)
  Commission Electronic Receipt Printout
CSET  
  Registration Fee Registration Confirmation & Passing Verification
  Prep Course Fees & Materials Registration Confirmation & Receipt
Student Teaching (see Subject Area Advisor for details)
Materials  
  Methods Course Books Course Transcript & Original Receipts for Books
Conference Fees Registration Form & Receipt
Association Fees Registration Verification & Receipt