This is an archive of the 2017-2018 University Catalog.
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This is an archive of the 2017-2018 University Catalog.
To access the most recent version, please visit catalog.csun.edu.

Program: Multiple Subject Credential

Accelerated Collaborative Teacher Preparation Program

Program Description

The Multiple Subject Credential program is primarily designed for students who desire to teach in self-contained classrooms typical of elementary schools and to provide effective instruction for diverse learners in grades K-8. The Multiple Subject Credential program includes preliminary, advanced and specialist credentials. There are four pathways toward earning a preliminary multiple subject credential: the Traditional Program, the Accelerated Collaborative Teacher (ACT) preparation program, the Multiple Subject Intern Program, and the Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP) for Freshmen or Junior students. The ITEP program is a joint program of the Liberal Studies Department and the Michael D. Eisner College of Education.

The Accelerated Collaborative Teacher (ACT) Preparation Program is a 2-semester post-baccalaureate, multiple subject credential program for full-time candidates. Candidates must file a separate application for ACT admission. Cohorts begin each Fall. The ACT Program offers a BCLAD option for qualified candidates.

Admission into programs leading to licensure and credentialing does not guarantee that students will obtain a license or credential. Licensure and credentialing requirements are set by agencies that are not controlled by or affiliated with the CSU and requirements can change at any time. For example, licensure or credentialing requirements can include evidence of the right to work in the United States (e.g., Social Security number or tax payer identification number) or successfully passing a criminal background check. Students are responsible for determining whether they can meet licensure or credentialing requirements. The CSU will not refund tuition, fees, or any associated costs, to students who determine subsequent to admission that they cannot meet licensure or credentialing requirements. Information concerning licensure and credentialing requirements are available from the department.

Program Requirements

A. Admission Requirements

  1. General credential program admission requirements.
  2. CSET LOTE: Test III for Spanish and Korean, Test II for Armenian (BCLAD candidates only).
  3. Admissions Interview with an ACT program coordinator.

B. Required Coursework

1. Required in the Fall Semester (23-26 units)

*EED 567ACT includes 40 hours of early field experience followed by 200 hours of supervised fieldwork completed over a 10-week period. This assignment emphasizes teacher candidate development in teaching reading/language arts and mathematics.

2. Required Prior to EED 568ACT—Student Teaching

  1. Successful completion of all Fall semester coursework.
  2. Skills requirement (CBEST or CSET Writing Exam 142).
  3. Writing proficiency requirement:
    1. Completion of ENGL 305 or 406 with a grade of “C” or better, or
    2. CBEST writing score of 41 or higher, or
    3. Passing score on CSET writing subtest 142, or
    4. UDWPE score of 10 or higher.
  4. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 in program coursework and an overall GPA of at least 2.75.
  5. Grade of “C” or better in all program courses.

3. Required During Spring Semester (18 units)

EED 559F Student Teaching Seminar (1)
EED 565S Science Curriculum and Methods (3)
EED 568ACT Student Teaching (6)**
EED 575 Integrated Social Studies and Arts Curriculum (3)
ELPS 542A Meeting the Needs of All Students in Urban Schools (2)
HSCI 465ELM Teaching Health in the Elementary School Classroom (1)
KIN 595PE Applied Methods for Physical Education (1)
SPED 542B Meeting the Needs of All Students in Urban Schools (1)

**EED 568ACT includes 20 hours early field experience followed by 10 weeks of full-time student teaching. (BCLAD candidates student teach in a classroom appropriate to culture/language of emphasis.)

C. Other Program Requirements for Credential Recommendation

  1. Passage of the California Teaching Performance Assessment for California Teachers (PACT), Teaching Event and Content Area Tasks (CATs) and Individual Induction Plan.
  2. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 in professional education coursework and an overall GPA of at least 2.75.
  3. Grade of “C” or better in professional education coursework.
  4. U.S. Constitution requirement.
  5. Passage of Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA).
  6. CPR Certification—infant, child, adult (online CPR training is not acceptable).
  7. Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution of higher education.

Total Units Required for the Credential: 41-44

More information

If you would like more information about this program, please contact david.kretschmer@csun.edu.

Contact

Acting Chair: David Kretschmer
Education (ED) 1206
(818) 677-2621
www.csun.edu/education/elementary-education

Program Coordinator: David Kretschmer
david.kretschmer@csun.edu
(818) 677-2563

Field Experience Coordinator: Renee Ziolkowska
renee.ziolkowska@csun.edu
(818) 677-7393

Student Learning Outcomes

Multiple Subject Teacher Candidate Learning Outcomes

  • TPE 1: Engaging and Supporting All Students in Learning
  • TPE 2: Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning
  • TPE 3: Understanding and Organizing Subject Matter for Student Learning
  • TPE 4: Planning Instruction and Designing Learning Experiences for All Students
  • TPE 5: Assessing Student Learning
  • TPE 6: Developing as a Professional Educator