Multiple or Single Subject Program Preliminary Credential Application Requirements

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Program Application Process:

Admission to the program is a two-step process; in addition to the CSU university application, you must also submit the supplemental Credential Program application. If currently enrolled as a CSUDH graduate student, the University application is not required.

  1. Apply to the University online at Cal State Apply $70.00 University Fee (non-refundable)
    1. Please review the application guide for additional information. You will need a nine- digit Student ID to complete the Credential Program Application in Step 2. Please apply early to the university as it can take up to five business days to issue your Student ID via email. You can also retrieve your ID by visiting csudh.edu/username
    2. Please Note: Official transcripts from all institutions attended must be submitted to the Admissions Office prior to the deadline.

      Helpful tips to ensure your transcripts are received:

      • Submit your Cal State Apply application prior to sending official transcripts from your former institutions.
      • Use the same name on your Cal State Apply application as on your transcripts (if your name has changed, indicate this in your transcript order).

    2. Apply to the credential program

    1. Review the program admission requirements
    2. Review the quick process guide for submitting your credential program application
      1. Please Note: When completing the Program Application, you will select one of the following program codes:
        MS – TED MS (Multiple Subjects)
        SS - TED SS (Single Subject)
      2. If you are interested in adding the Bilingual Authorization to your program, select the BILSP cohort on the application.

    3. Prepare documents to be scanned and uploaded

    Application Deadline Dates:

    Spring Term: November 1st

    Fall Term: June 1st

    Preliminary Admission Requirements:

    Degree

    Bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.

    Upload copy of unofficial transcript from the institution where you earned your degree, combined into one file (PDF, etc).

    Any candidate who's bachelor's degree has not been conferred can be conditionally admitted pending degree confirmation.

    GPA Requirement

    A cumulative GPA of at least 2.50 in the last 60 semester units or 2.50 in all baccalaureate or postbaccalaureate coursework, or hold an acceptable post-baccalaureate degree earned at an accredited institution. If you do not meet this requirement, you are required to complete a Low GPA Petition for Exception Form and email to coeadmissionsunit@csudh.edu

    ESCP Student Commitment Form

    Applicants must read the Equitable Standards for Clinical Practice Student Commitment Form, complete the following fields on page 2 of the form, and upload to the application:

    - Student Name
    - ID #
    - Student Signature
    - Date

    CPR Certification

    Applicants must provide proof of valid CPR certification, which satisfies criteria established by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross. These areas include infant, child and adult CPR. Online certification is acceptable.

    1. Submit a copy of your signed CPR card (front and back) or PDF certification, with your online program application. Your CPR certification must be valid for the duration of the program.
    Fingerprint Clearance

    Certificate of Clearance, Emergency, substitute permit, or pre-intern credential. Please note, the application for a Certificate of Clearance includes

    1. Completing the fingerprint process
    2. Applying for the Certificate of Clearance
    3. Submitting your certificate with your online application.

    For instructions on how to apply, please visit the State of California, Commission on Teacher Credentialing webpage (allow 10 days for processing). 

    Tuberculosis Clearance

    Applicants must provide verification of freedom from active tuberculosis. The TB test report or a letter from a physician regarding a chest x-ray, must have been administered within the last year and clearly indicate a negative result, as well as applicant name, DOB, and clinic information or stamp. This test may be completed at any health facility. If the applicant is a current CSUDH student, they may contact the CSUDH Student Health Center for a tuberculosis test. The telephone number is (310)-243-3629.

    Verification of U.S. Constitution

    This requirement can be met by coursework (grade C or better) or by US Constitution Exam.

    Note: CSU alumni meet this requirement upon completion of a bachelor’s degree.

    Letters of Recommendation

    Applicants must provide two professional recommendations by following the process listed below. Recommendations must be completed by a faculty member, employer, or someone that is knowledgeable regarding the applicant’s personal qualities and ability to work with children. Recommendations from family members and friends are not acceptable.

    Instructions:

    1. Complete the online Letter of Recommendation Request. You will include the names and email addresses of two recommenders.
    2. Your recommenders will be emailed a link to complete a Letter of Recommendation on your behalf. 
    3. Once a recommender completes their letter, the Admissions team will receive it, and you will receive a notification email.
    4. Upload one notification email to the "1st Letter of Recommendation" section of your application, and the other notification email to the "2nd Letter of Recommendation" section of your application.

    Recommenders must complete their Letters of Recommendation by the published application deadline.

    Field Experience

    Candidates will be conditionally admitted pending successful completion of their first documented field experience within the program, as well as Phase I coursework.

    Required for admission to Clinical Practice

    (Clinical practice application must be submitted one semester prior to enrolling in clinical practice courses)

    Please note: When completing the Clinical Practice Program Application, you will select one of the following program codes:

    • MS_E: TED MS: Clinical Student Teacher
    • MS_I: TED MS: Clinical Intern
    • SS_E: TED SS: Clinical Student Teacher
    • SS_I: TED SS: Clinical Intern
    Verification of Subject Matter

    Verification of meeting subject matter competence must be submitted with your clinical practice application. For additional information regarding the Subject Matter Requirement please see the Commission on Teacher Credentialing Subject Matter Requirement webpage.

    Approved Program Plan

    Candidates must submit an approved program plan prior to admission to clinical practice. Candidates can submit their previously approved program plan as long as it contains a signature from a faculty advisor.  If you do not have a previously approved program plan, please contact the TED Office at 310-243-3496 or TED@csudh.edu

    Credential - Interns Only

    Candidates must provide a copy of their valid Intern Credential.

    Current Employment Contract - Interns Only

    Candidates must submit a copy of current employment contract as an Intern from the appropriate agencies (school district, charter school).

    Bilingual Authorization Requirements (if applicable)

    1. Bilingual Authorization: Candidates may complete a preliminary Credential with Bilingual Authorization in Spanish simultaneously by meeting the following requirements:
      1. Language & Culture Competencies
      2. Foundations Coursework in Critical Dual Language & Bilingual Education
      3. Dual Language & Bilingual Elementary Content Methods Courses
      4. Fieldwork Experiences in Dual Language & Bilingual Inclusive Schools