PROGRAM COURSEWORK:
The Multiple 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.
Students needing to complete the four prerequisite courses required for admission can apply to complete those courses the prior to starting the credential program. Please schedule an appointment with an advisor to discuss your options.
All candidates must maintain a 3.0 overall GPA in professional Education classes throughout the program.
Current Quarter Schedule - Valid for Fall 2024, Winter 2025, & Fall 2025
Clinical Practice 1 (offered Fall and Winter)
| EDUC 429 |
Learning to Teach K-8 Literacy in Schools with Diverse Populations (4 units) |
| EDUC 435 |
Learning to Teach K-8 Mathematics with Diverse Populations (4 units) |
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Learning to Teach K-8 Science with Diverse Populations (4 units) |
| EDUC 438 |
Clinical Practice I (4 units) |
| EDUC 439 |
Multiple Subject Clinical Practice Seminar I (3 units) |
Clinical Practice II (offered Winter and Spring)
| EDUC 431 |
Learning to Teach K-8 Social Studies with Diverse Populations (4 units) |
| EDUC 440 |
Educating Individuals with Exceptional Needs (4 units) |
| EDUC 450 |
Teaching Performance Assessment Seminar (1 unit) |
| EDUC 454 |
Multiple Subject Clinical Practice II (6 units) |
| EDUC 455 |
Multiple Subject Clinical Practice Seminar II (3 units) |
| EDUC 402 |
Learning to Teach K-8 Health and P.E. with Diverse Populations (3 units) |
Clinical Practice III (offered Spring and Fall)
| EDUC 456 |
Multiple Subject Clinical Practice III (12 units) |
| EDUC 457 |
Multiple Subject Clinical Practice Seminar III (3 units) |
Upcoming Semester Schedule - Starting Fall 2026
Schedules are still being finalized and are subject to change prior to Fall 2026.
Clinical Practice I (offered Fall & Spring)
| EDUC 4402 |
Learning to Teach K-8 STEM to Diverse Populations (Part 1) (4 units) |
| EDUC 4429 |
Learning to Teach K-8 Literacy to Diverse Populations (3 units) |
| EDUC 4440 |
Educating Individuals with Exceptional Needs (3 units) |
| EDUC 4402 |
Learning to Teach K-8 Health & Phys Educ w/ Diverse Populations (2 units) |
| EDUC 4460 |
Clinical Practice I (4 units) |
| EDUC 4439 |
Multiple Subject Clinical Practice Seminar I (3 units) |
Clinical Practice II (offered Fall & Spring)
| EDUC 4436 |
Learning to Teach K-8 STEM to Diverse Populations (Part 2) (2 units) |
| EDUC 4431 |
Learning to Teach K-8 Social Studies with Diverse Populations (3 units) |
| EDUC 4402 |
Learning to Teach K-8 Health & Phys Educ w/ Diverse Populations (2 units) |
| EDUC 4450 |
Teaching Performance Assessment Seminar (2 unit) |
| EDUC 4469 |
Multiple Subject Clinical Practice II (10 units) |
| EDUC 4455 |
Multiple Subject Clinical Practice Seminar II (3 units) |
CREDENTIAL COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must satisfy all of the following requirements for the Five-Year Multiple Subject Preliminary Teaching Credential by the completion of the program*
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- Possession of a baccalaureate or higher degree other than in professional education from a regionally accredited institution
- Completion of Basic Skills Competency
- Completion of the Subject Matter Competency (CSET or Approved Subject Matter Program)
- Passage of the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA) - This requirement is expiring June 30, 2025. Future cohorts will need to complete a new literacy assessment.
- 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.
- Complete Multiple Subject Teacher Education Preparation Program coursework and Clinical Practice
- Meet the state requirements for technology competency (requirement will be met by program completion)
- Meet the state requirements for Health Education by completing one of the following options:
- 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.
- Pass the Teacher Performance Assessment (EdTPA)
- Complete the SOE Exit Survey
- Submit a Credential Request Application to the School of Education
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Evidence of completion of the speaking and writing competencies requirement
- EDUC 440/4440 - Educating Individuals with Exceptional Needs (can be completed while in the program)
*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.
