Required for Admission to the Single Subject Credential Program
The Single Subject (SS) Credential program offers five options to meet the Subject Matter Requirement (SMR). Each option has specific requirements and verification processes. Candidates should choose the path that best aligns with their educational background and career goals. View each option below and see which fits your pathway.
Questions?
We invite you to attend an information session to obtain further explanations on each of these options.
Subject Matter Waiver Preparation Programs
To meet Subject Matter Competency requirement, the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) has approved CSUSB in the following subject matter waiver preparation content areas:
Single Subject Credential | Degree Major |
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Art | B.A. Art (Art Education concentration) |
English | B.A. English (ETPP) |
Foreign Language | B.A. Spanish (Hispanic Language, Literature and Civilization - Teaching) |
Mathematics | B.S. Mathematics - Teaching Concentration (BSTC) |
Social Science | B.A. History (Pre-credential Concentration) |
Music | B.A. Music (BA of Music) |
Physical Education | B.S. Kinesiology (Pedagogy) |
Theater | B.S. Theater (TDED) |