MSCP BCLAD Requirements

Candidates desiring to add the BCLAD emphasis to their credential must meet all the requirements for the credential, including all those pertaining to Domains 1, 2, and 3 which are embedded in the 2042 MSCP program design. Additionally, they must meet the requirements for Domains 4, 5, and 6. 

Program choices are available for Spanish/English and for various Asian Languages/English.

The following requirements are applicable for all students in an MSCP BCLAD program choice:

1. Meet with appropriate BCLAD advisor as soon as possible
   for the following purposes:
   • Plan your program (advisors have information about course equivalencies)
   • Obtain an initial language assessment
   • Request that your BCLAD advisor sign your MSCP Application Form
     
2. Submit application to the MSCP
   Application form must include BCLAD advisor's signature to verify that you qualify for admission to the bilingual portion of the program.  All prerequisites and deadlines for the MSCP program apply.
   
3. Complete MSCP course of study
   All requirements for the MSCP program related to courses (including student teaching) and deadlines apply. (See details in appropriate program of study.)
   
4. Complete BCLAD requirements
   Courses applicable to the culture of emphasis (Domain 5), the language of emphasis (Domain 6), and the bilingual pedagogy course (Domain 4) may be taken before admission to the MSCP program. All appropriate coursework for the BCLAD and at least the oral or written section of the BCLAD Test #6 must be completed prior to student teaching. All sections of BCLAD Test #6 must be completed before completing the BCLAD Credential. These sections of the exam may be completed during student teaching.
   
   The bilingual pedagogy course is included in the requirement for a B average in pedagogy courses. Students must earn at least a C in culture and language courses.
   
5. Complete Student Teaching
   BCLAD candidates must complete an approved Student Teaching practicum, including demonstration of teaching competence in the language of emphasis (45 hours minimum for Asian Languages; 20 hours minimum for Spanish). Both primary language instruction and English Language Development must be demonstrated and observed during the practicum.
   
   Candidates participating in Student Teaching while employed in a program approved classroom as an emergency permit teacher must complete a minimum of 20 hours in an alternate grade level second assignment. The school principal, University Supervisor, and BCLAD Advisor must approve the use of instructional languages and plan for alternate grade level assignment.
   
6. Pass BCLAD Test #6
   Candidates must pass all four parts (comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing) of the State BCLAD Examination #6 in the language of emphasis.  This examination is required whether or not they have taken advanced language courses or district-administered language tests.

Additional Information

The information below pertains to the specified language of emphasis.

* Bilingual sections of pedagogy courses (marked with Footnote #53) are recommended as they offer demonstrations and assignments in Spanish and English and provide enrichment opportunities for bilingual candidates to practice primary language pedagogy.  Essential content and readings may be done in English; these sections are open to all MSCP candidates.

Last update: 8/14/06