PROGRAM COURSEWORK:
The Single Subject Teaching Credential program follows a cohort model and traditional schedule.
Teacher candidates will be expected to participate in coursework on the Cal Poly campus or time spent in their clinical placement classroom throughout San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara County during the day hours Monday through Friday. All courses and clinical practice placements are offered in person only.
Agricultural Education candidates follow a different course sequence.
Coursework Schedule
Summer
| EDUC 410 |
Social, Historical, and Ethical Perspectives on Teaching and Learning (3) |
| EDUC 416 |
Literacy, Language, and Culture in the Content Areas (3) |
| Summer Fieldwork |
(see advisor for details) |
Fall - Clinical Practice I
Spring - Clinical Practice II
CREDENTIAL COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must satisfy all of the following requirements for the Five-Year Single Subject Preliminary Teaching Credential by the completion of the program*
:
- Completion of a baccalaureate or higher degree, except in professional education, from a regionally accredited institution
- Completion of Subject Matter Competency
- Demonstration of knowledge of the principles and provisions of the Constitution of the United States
- POLS 112 - American & California Government, equivalent or U.S. Constitution exam offered by Cuesta College or exam offered online. Applicants who earned their bachelor's degrees at a CSU Campus will have met this requirement by virtue of their degree.
- Successful completion of Single Subject Credential Program coursework and Clinical Practice in addition to:
- Meet the state requirements for developing English Language Skills, including Reading, by completing comprehensive reading instruction that includes the following: the systematic study of phonemic awareness, phonics, and decoding; literature, language and comprehension; and diagnostic and early intervention techniques
- Google Level 1 Certificate of Completion
- CPR Certification - Must include all three: adult, child, and infant training, follow the American Heart Association or American Red Cross guidelines, and be valid at the time of credential recommendation.
- HLTH 250/255/260 or HLTH 1155/1160- Personal health with emphasis on healthful behavioral practices Psychosocial, injury, sexual health, infectious and non-infectious diseases, the United States health care system, and environmental health.
- Pass the Teacher Performance Assessment (EdTPA)
- Complete the SOE Exit Survey
- Submit a Credential Request Application to the School of Education.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Completion of Mandated Reporter Training
- Evidence of completion of the speaking and writing competencies requirement (met through the Professional Aptitude Interview).
*Please refer to the Program Admission page for details regarding which requirements are due for admission purposes. This page is not to be used as an admission requirement resource.
