Course Requirements
The Department of Learning and Teaching offers several programs to prepare teacher candidates for TK-12 grade levels. Candidates can pursue a standalone teaching credential or pursue a Master's in Education in Curriculum and Instruction with one or two credentials.
Candidates can select from the following:
- Bilingual Authorization, allows teacher candidates to teach in a dual language instruction setting (Spanish). This is taken concurrently with the preliminary multiple subject credential.
- Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential, self-contained classrooms typically found in elementary schools (K-6).
- Preliminary Single Subject Credential, for subject-matter teachers typically assigned to middle school and high school positions (7-12).
- Preliminary Education Specialist Credential for mild to moderate is appropriate for special education settings in grades TK-12 and ages TK-22. Commonly referred to as the special education credential.
You can review the specific courses for each option below.
Students entering the University of San Diego and/or declaring a major during 2022-23, should follow information contained in the printed course catalog (also known as the "catalog of record") published on April 1, 2022. Access the catalog of record at https://catalogs.sandiego.edu.
Common Courses for Masters Credential Program (39 units)
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDTE 500P | Diversity, Inclusion & Schooling | 3 |
| EDTE 501P | Methods for Language & Literacy | 3 |
| EDTE 502P | Elementary Methods I: Math & Science | 3 |
| or EDTE 504P | Secondary Methods I | |
| EDTE 503P | Elementary Methods II: Humanities | 3 |
| or EDTE 505P | Secondary Methods II: Social Science | |
| or EDTE 506P | Secondary Methods II: Science | |
| or EDTE 507P | Secondary Methods II: Mathematics | |
| or EDTE 509P | Secondary Methods II: World Language | |
| or EDTE 509P | Secondary Methods II: World Language | |
| EDTE 510P | Educational Psychology | 3 |
| EDTE 511P | Equity & Advocacy in Educational Systems | 3 |
| EDTE 512P | Methods for Multilingual Learners | 3 |
| EDTE 513P | Positive Behavior Supports for Family, School, and Community Engagement | 3 |
| EDTE 514 | Educational Research Methods | 3 |
| EDTE 515S | Capstone Seminar | 3 |
| EDTE 516 | Technology & Learning | 3 |
| EDTE 517P | Assessment: Pre-Referral to Collaborative Support | 3 |
| EDTE Elective | (500:599 or Study Abroad Course) | 3 |
| Total Units | 39 | |
For Multiple or Single Subject Credential Eligibility (42 units)
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Common Courses - see above | 39 | |
| EDTE 553F | General Education Student Teaching and Seminar | 3 |
| Total Units | 42 | |
For Preliminary Education Specialist Credential Eligibility (42 units)
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Common Courses - see above | 39 | |
| EDTE 554F | Education Specialist Student Teaching and Seminar - Mild Moderate | 3 |
| Total Units | 42 | |
For Preliminary Education Specialist Intern Credential Eligibility (44 units)
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Common Courses - see above | 39 | |
| EDTE 554F | Education Specialist Student Teaching and Seminar - Mild Moderate | 3 |
| EDTE 555F | Field Placement Support 1 | 1 |
| EDTE 555F | Field Placement Support 1 | 1 |
| Total Units | 44 | |
For Multiple or Single Subject Credential and Preliminary Education Specialist Credential Eligibility (45 units)
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Common Courses - see above | 39 | |
| EDTE 553F | General Education Student Teaching and Seminar | 3 |
| EDTE 554F | Education Specialist Student Teaching and Seminar - Mild Moderate | 3 |
| Total Units | 45 | |
For Preliminary Education Specialist Intern Credential and Multiple or Single Subject Credential Eligibility (47 units)
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Common Courses - see above | 39 | |
| EDTE 553F | General Education Student Teaching and Seminar | 3 |
| EDTE 554F | Education Specialist Student Teaching and Seminar - Mild Moderate | 3 |
| EDTE 555F | Field Placement Support 1 | 1 |
| EDTE 555F | Field Placement Support 1 | 1 |
| Total Units | 47 | |
| 1 | Candidates must enroll in EDTE 555F for each semester employed as an Education Specialist Intern, most common employment is one academic year or two semesters. |
Program Unit Options
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with Preliminary Multiple Subject, Single Subject or Education Specialist Credential: 42 units
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with one credential and Intern Eligibility 44 units
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with two credentials: 45 units
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with two credential and Intern Eligibility: 47 units
Grades of B- or better are required in all credential courses, including student teaching.
International Requirement
At SOLES, all masters and doctoral students participate in an international experience designed to support the growth of cultural competency. Our goal is to inform best practices in working with culturally diverse populations locally, nationally and globally. International experiences are approved by each student's faculty advisor and can be credit based or non-credit based activities.
Exit Requirement - Masters
Capstone Research Project
Exit Requirement - Credential
California Teacher Performance Assessment (CalTPA)
Students entering the University of San Diego and/or declaring a major during 2022-23, should follow information contained in the printed course catalog (also known as the "catalog of record") published on April 1, 2022. Access the catalog of record at https://catalogs.sandiego.edu.
Credential Candidates have the option of pursuing a Preliminary Multiple Subject credential with bilingual authorization and may also complete requirements towards a masters degree. In addition, candidates may also pursue a Preliminary Education Specialist credential (mild/moderate) if interested in inclusive/special education. The 39-51-unit credential and master program gives candidates the opportunity to complete the Teacher Performance Assessment and a capstone research project. Candidates undertake field experiences in bilingual/dual language programs each semester that are aligned with the courses for the semester and culminate in a full-time student teaching experience.
The Masters Credential Cohort program uses a cohort model in alignment with its vision of providing candidates with opportunities to enhance the quality of their experiences by learning from each other.
Courses Required for the Multiple Subject with Bilingual Authorization (39 Units)
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDTE 500P | Diversity, Inclusion & Schooling | 3 |
| EDTE 501P | Methods for Language & Literacy | 3 |
| EDTE 510P | Educational Psychology | 3 |
| EDTE 511P | Equity & Advocacy in Educational Systems | 3 |
| EDTE 512P | Methods for Multilingual Learners | 3 |
| EDTE 513P | Positive Behavior Supports for Family, School, and Community Engagement | 3 |
| EDTE 516 | Technology & Learning | 3 |
| EDTE 517P | Assessment: Pre-Referral to Collaborative Support | 3 |
| EDTE 518C | Educating the LatinX Student: History & Culture | 3 |
| EDTE 519P | Methods for Language and Literacy in Spanish | 3 |
| EDTE 520P | Bilingual Elementary Curriculum Methods I: Math and Science | 3 |
| EDTE 521P | Bilingual Elementary Curriculum Methods II: Humanities | 3 |
| EDTE 556F | Bilingual/Dual Language Clinical Experience: Student Teaching | 3 |
| Total Units | 39 | |
To add an Education Specialist Credential (Special Education) add the following course (3 units):
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDTE 554F | Education Specialist Student Teaching and Seminar - Mild Moderate | 3 |
| Total Units | 3 | |
For a Masters degree add the following courses (9 units):
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDTE 514 | Educational Research Methods | 3 |
| EDTE 515S | Capstone Seminar | 3 |
| EDTE Elective | (EDTE 500:599) | 3 |
| Total Units | 9 | |
Program Unit Options
- Multiple Subject Credential with Bilingual Authorization: 39 units
- Multiple Subject Credential with Bilingual Authorization and an Education Specialist (Special Education) Credential: 42 units
- Multiple Subject Credential with Bilingual Authorization and Masters Degree: 48
- Multiple Subject Credential with Bilingual Authorization and an Education Specialist (Special Education) Credential and Master Degree: 51 units
Students entering the University of San Diego and/or declaring a major during 2022-23, should follow information contained in the printed course catalog (also known as the "catalog of record") published on April 1, 2022. Access the catalog of record at https://catalogs.sandiego.edu.
Requirements for the Multiple Subject Credential
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| EDTE 500P | Diversity, Inclusion & Schooling | 3 |
| EDTE 501P | Methods for Language & Literacy | 3 |
| EDTE 502P | Elementary Methods I: Math & Science | 3 |
| EDTE 503P | Elementary Methods II: Humanities | 3 |
| EDTE 510P | Educational Psychology | 3 |
| EDTE 511P | Equity & Advocacy in Educational Systems | 3 |
| EDTE 512P | Methods for Multilingual Learners | 3 |
| EDTE 513P | Positive Behavior Supports for Family, School, and Community Engagement | 3 |
| EDTE 516 | Technology & Learning | 3 |
| EDTE 517P | Assessment: Pre-Referral to Collaborative Support | 3 |
| EDTE 553F | General Education Student Teaching and Seminar | 3 |
| Total Units | 33 | |
Additional Requirements
Students committed to earning a preliminary Multiple Subject Credential must complete the following steps:
- Review the Steps to Earning Your Credential website
- Obtain a Certificate of Clearance from the Commission on Teacher Credentialing
- Satisfy the the Basic Skills Requirement
- Satisfy the Subject Matter Proficiency Requirement prior to student teaching
- Pass the RICA (Reading Instruction Competencies Assessment)—to be taken upon completion of
- U.S. Constitution requirement;
- Fitness to Teach: Admission to the credential program does not guarantee the opportunity to student teach. Placement is based upon assessment of candidates’ knowledge, skills and dispositions in coursework and fieldwork.
- Grades of B- or better are required in all credential courses, including student teaching; and,
- CPR certification infant, child and adult.
- Complete all California Credential application papers and pay proper fees
Exit Requirement
California Teacher Performance Assessment (CalTPA)
Students are urged to meet regularly with the Academic Programs Manager, Sergio Rodriguez srodriguez@sandiego.edu or (619) 260-7452 and the Credential Analyst, James McCarty jmccarty@sandiego.edu or (619) 260-4821, at the School of Leadership and Education Sciences to ensure appropriate course selection and progress toward their credential.
Students entering the University of San Diego and/or declaring a major during 2022-23, should follow information contained in the printed course catalog (also known as the "catalog of record") published on April 1, 2022. Access the catalog of record at https://catalogs.sandiego.edu.
Requirements for the Single Subject Credential
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| EDTE 500P | Diversity, Inclusion & Schooling | 3 |
| EDTE 501P | Methods for Language & Literacy | 3 |
| EDTE 510P | Educational Psychology | 3 |
| EDTE 504P | Secondary Methods I | 3 |
| EDTE 505P | Secondary Methods II: Social Science | 3 |
| or EDTE 506P | Secondary Methods II: Science | |
| or EDTE 507P | Secondary Methods II: Mathematics | |
| or EDTE 508P | Secondary Methods II: English | |
| or EDTE 509P | Secondary Methods II: World Language | |
| EDTE 511P | Equity & Advocacy in Educational Systems | 3 |
| EDTE 512P | Methods for Multilingual Learners | 3 |
| EDTE 513P | Positive Behavior Supports for Family, School, and Community Engagement | 3 |
| EDTE 516 | Technology & Learning | 3 |
| EDTE 517P | Assessment: Pre-Referral to Collaborative Support | 3 |
| EDTE 553F | General Education Student Teaching and Seminar | 3 |
| Total Units | 33 | |
Additional Requirements
Students committed to earning a preliminary Multiple Subject Credential must complete the following steps:
- Review the Steps to Earning Your Credential website
- Obtain a Certificate of Clearance from the Commission on Teacher Credentialing
- Satisfy the the Basic Skills Requirement
- Satisfy the Subject Matter Proficiency Requirement prior to student teaching
- Pass the RICA (Reading Instruction Competencies Assessment)—to be taken upon completion of
- U.S. Constitution requirement;
- Fitness to Teach: Admission to the credential program does not guarantee the opportunity to student teach. Placement is based upon assessment of candidates’ knowledge, skills and dispositions in coursework and fieldwork.
- Grades of B- or better are required in all credential courses, including student teaching; and,
- CPR certification infant, child and adult.
- Complete all California Credential application papers and pay proper fees
Exit Requirement
California Teacher Performance Assessment (CalTPA)
Students are urged to meet regularly with the Academic Programs Manager, Sergio Rodriguez srodriguez@sandiego.edu or (619) 260-7452 and the Credential Analyst, James McCarty jmccarty@sandiego.edu or (619) 260-4821, at the School of Leadership and Education Sciences to ensure appropriate course selection and progress toward their credential.
Students entering the University of San Diego and/or declaring a major during 2022-23, should follow information contained in the printed course catalog (also known as the "catalog of record") published on April 1, 2022. Access the catalog of record at https://catalogs.sandiego.edu.
Requirements for the Preliminary Education Specialist Credential
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| EDTE 500P | Diversity, Inclusion & Schooling | 3 |
| EDTE 501P | Methods for Language & Literacy | 3 |
| EDTE 502P | Elementary Methods I: Math & Science | 3 |
| or EDTE 504P | Secondary Methods I | |
| EDTE 503P | Elementary Methods II: Humanities | 3 |
| or EDTE 505P | Secondary Methods II: Social Science | |
| or EDTE 506P | Secondary Methods II: Science | |
| or EDTE 507P | Secondary Methods II: Mathematics | |
| or EDTE 508P | Secondary Methods II: English | |
| or EDTE 509P | Secondary Methods II: World Language | |
| EDTE 510P | Educational Psychology | 3 |
| EDTE 511P | Equity & Advocacy in Educational Systems | 3 |
| EDTE 512P | Methods for Multilingual Learners | 3 |
| EDTE 513P | Positive Behavior Supports for Family, School, and Community Engagement | 3 |
| EDTE 516 | Technology & Learning | 3 |
| EDTE 517P | Assessment: Pre-Referral to Collaborative Support | 3 |
| EDTE 554F | Education Specialist Student Teaching and Seminar - Mild Moderate | 3 |
| Total Units | 33 | |
Additional Requirements
Students committed to earning a preliminary Multiple Subject Credential must complete the following steps:
- Review the Steps to Earning Your Credential website
- Obtain a Certificate of Clearance from the Commission on Teacher Credentialing
- Satisfy the the Basic Skills Requirement
- Satisfy the Subject Matter Proficiency Requirement prior to student teaching
- Pass the RICA (Reading Instruction Competencies Assessment)—to be taken upon completion of EDTE 501P Methods for Language & Literacy
- U.S. Constitution requirement;
- Fitness to Teach: Admission to the credential program does not guarantee the opportunity to student teach. Placement is based upon assessment of candidates’ knowledge, skills and dispositions in coursework and fieldwork.
- Grades of B- or better are required in all credential courses, including student teaching; and,
- CPR certification infant, child and adult.
- Complete all California Credential application papers and pay proper fees
Exit Requirement
California Teacher Performance Assessment (EdSp CalTPA/CalTPA)
Contacts
Students are urged to meet regularly with the Academic Programs Manager, Sergio Rodriguez srodriguez@sandiego.edu or (619) 260-7452 and the Credential Analyst, James McCarty jmccarty@sandiego.edu or (619) 260-4821, at the School of Leadership and Education Sciences to ensure appropriate course selection and progress toward their credential.