Basic Teaching Credentials
Teachers in California schools earn their initial
credential in one of three areas, depending upon their career objectives:
Elementary Teaching (K-8)
Those preparing for a career teaching at the elementary
level pursue a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (MSCP).
Program choices vary according to when a student decides to become an
elementary teacher and other individual needs.
Secondary Teaching
Those desiring to become secondary teachers (high
school or junior high level) earn a Single Subject Credential in the subject
area in which they wish to specialize. The Single
Subject Office coordinates programs in many different subject matter
departments at CSULB leading to a Single Subject Credential. Sometimes
individuals can add a Supplementary Authorization to their credential
in a second area of expertise. Consult the Credential
Center for information about Supplementary Authorizations.
Special Education
Those desiring to teach students with disabilities
earn an Education
Specialist credential, offered at CSULB through the EdPAC Department.
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