Welcome to Multiple
Subject Credential Program and thank you for your interest.
What is a Multiple Subject Credential? A
Multiple Subject Credential authorizes a person to teach
all students including English language learners in a self-contained
classroom (grades K-12 but generally grades K-6). Persons
who obtain a Multiple Subject Credential with BCLAD emphasis
are authorized to teach ethnically and linguistically diverse
students in a self-contained classroom (grades K-12 but
generally grades K-6) using both English and the students’ primary
language for instruction.
In order to receive a Multiple Subject Credential,
candidates must complete the following state requirements.
Approved
Teacher Preparation Program (CSUSB's Multiple Subject
Program)
Baccalaureate
Degree
Subject Matter Competency through CSET
California Basic Educational Skills Test
(CBEST)
Certificate of Clearance
U.S. Constitution
Assessment of Candidate's
Knowledge, Skills and Dispositions
Reading Instruction Competency
Assessment (RICA)
CPR-infant, child, & adult (see page 4 of the handbook)
Language Requirement (BCLAD only)
What options does CSUSB Offer?
Multiple
Subject Credential Program (MS) for teaching all
learners including English learners in a self-contained classroom
(K-12).
A. Student Teaching
Option B. Intern Option
A third program, which combines the
BCLAD credential program with a Masters
in Education is M.A. in Education (Language, Literacy and
Culture [Primary Language] option) and BCLAD credential.
