Multiple Subject Teaching Credential-2042

Requirements for Teachers Prepared in California

The Multiple Subject Teaching Credential authorizes the holder to teach in a self-contained classroom such as the classrooms in most elementary schools. However, a teacher authorized for multiple subject instruction may be assigned to teach in any self-contained classroom (preschool, K–12, or in classes organized primarily for adults). In addition, the holder of a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential may serve in a core or team teaching setting. All candidates who complete their teacher preparation through a Commission-approved program in California, like we have at USD must then be formally recommended for the credential by the School of Leadership and Education Sciences (SOLES). Programs will vary slightly from college to college, but all programs will include specific requirements established by the Commission.

Course Requirements:

1. Completion of Liberals Studies Major with grades of C or higher in all coursework.
2. Completion of the following courses in SOLES:
   

Prerequisite Course:
English 318E Development of the English Language (3)

Multiple Subject Coursework and Field Experiences
It is recommended that courses be taken in the following order. Student must be accepted in to the credential program prior to beginning EDUC 384C. All core, major and professional courses (Including four hour on-line technology workshop) must be completed prior to student teaching.

EDUC 381C Multicultural and Philosophical Foundations of Education (3)
Field Requirement: 5 hours of service learning, 5 hours of classroom observation

EDUC 382 Psychological Foundations of Education in a Diverse Society (3)
Field Requirement: 8 hours of classroom observation

EDSP 389 Healthy Environments and Inclusive Education (3)
Field Requirement: 10 hours of observation

EDUC 384C Methods of Teaching English Language and Academic Development (3)
Field Requirement: 20 hours of service learning

EDUC 385P Elementary Curriculum Methods (6)
Field Requirement: 50 hour practicum

EDUC 383P Methods of Teaching Reading and Language Arts (3)
Field Requirement: 50 hour practicum

EDUC 490P Student Teaching for the Multiple Subject Credential (10)
Field Requirement: 16 weeks, full time

EDUC 490S Student Teaching Seminary for the Multiple Subject Credential (2)

Additional Credential Requirements