2026-27 Catalog

Multiple Subject Credential

A teacher with a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential is authorized to teach students in grades pre-K through 12 in self-contained classrooms, or in classes organized primarily for adults. The credential holder may serve in a core or team-teaching setting.  This credential includes the English Learner Authorization which permits the teacher to provide instruction for English language development.

The Multiple Subject Credential Program (MSCP) is a post-baccalaureate program focusing on preparing teachers for California. The 33-36 semester unit program includes early field experiences in elementary schools, combined with coursework, supervised student teaching and two cycles of assessments (i.e., CalTPA). Supervised student teaching requires full-time attendance at an elementary or middle school. Program requirements must be met within five years of the date of admission to the program.

The Multiple Subject Credential Program provides the sequence of courses, deadlines, and other program related information.

Students must choose a path for the Multiple Subject Credential program:

  1. Multiple Subject Credential (i.e., credential with traditional student teaching)
  2. Multiple Subject Intern Credential (i.e., credential with district-employed internship)
  3. Multiple Subject Credential with Bilingual Added Authorization in Spanish (i.e., credential with traditional student teaching)
  4. Multiple Subject Credential with Bilingual Added Authorization in Spanish Internship (i.e., credential with district-employed internship)
  5. Multiple Subject Credential with Bilingual Added Authorization in Spanish Post-credential (i.e., preliminary or clear multiple subject credential holders adding the BiAu)

The above are available to post baccalaureate students and to undergraduate students in the Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies: Integrated Program.

The Intern Credential Program of 36 semester units is for those students who have been placed in an employment setting. Interns are issued a two-year intern credential from the Commission on Teacher Credentialing and are employed by a partnering school district. If a candidate does not secure a job, he/she may pursue the basic credential program as a student teacher.  The intern program requires three semesters of supervised teaching. The internship may begin in any semester.

Bilingual Authorization allows the holder to provide instruction to English Learners (EL). The license permits the following types of instruction to ELs, (a) Instruction for English Language Development (ELD), (b) Instruction for Primary Language Development, (c) Specially Designed Academic Instruction Delivered in English (SDAIE), and (d) Content Instruction Delivered in the Primary Language.

For information about the credential program and advisement please contact the program coordinator or the College of Education Program Admissions Advisor.

Preliminary Credential

Successful completion of the Multiple Subject Credential Program leads to the Preliminary Credential, which is valid for five years. Applicants for the Preliminary Credential are required to:

  1. hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution within the U.S. or equivalent;
  2. complete the U. S. Constitution requirement;
  3. complete the Basic Skills Requirement (e.g., CBEST);
  4. hold a Certificate of Clearance (CTC fingerprint clearance);
  5. demonstrate subject matter competence by passing the California Subject Examinations for Teachers: Multiple Subjects (CSET: Multiple Subjects) or completion of a CTC-approved subject matter preparation program;
  6. complete all program courses with no grade lower than a "B-";
  7. successfully complete student teaching or supervised internship;
  8. pass the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA) examination;
  9.  pass Cycle 1 and Cycle 2 of the California Teaching Performance Assessment (CalTPA);
  10. for the Bilingual Added Authorization concentration candidates demonstrate competence in specialized pedagogy, culture, and the target language. Spanish language proficiency may be met through coursework or state-approved exams.

Early Completion Intern Option

Intern teachers may challenge the coursework portion of the Multiple Subject Credential Intern Program and demonstrate pedagogical skills by passing the CTC-approved performance assessment. For details, see the CTC Website on this topic.

Post-credential Option for Bilingual Authorization allows credentialed teachers to add bilingual authorization to their existing credentials. This program prepares educators to teach in bilingual settings, focusing on instruction in English and a target language (Spanish). Participants gain skills in bilingual pedagogy and culturally responsive teaching to support multilingual learners.

Clear Credential

The Preliminary Credential is valid for five years from the date of issuance and is not renewable. During the first five years of teaching, teachers earn the clear credential through their district-sponsored Induction Program.

Admission to the Program

Students apply to the university through Cal State Apply and concurrently submit a 'Supplemental Application' for admission to the program.  

Applicant Submits the following to Cal State Apply Supplemental Application:

1. Verification of Subject matter proficiency may be demonstrated through one of the following five options:

  • Completion of a subject matter program approved by the commission.
  • Passage of a subject matter examination (the California Subject Examination for Teachers or CSET).
  • Successful completion of coursework at one or more regionally accredited institutions of higher education that addresses each of the domains of the subject matter requirements adopted by the commission in the content area of the credential pursuant to Section 44282, as verified by a Commission-approved program of professional preparation.
  • Successful completion of a baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education in a major in Liberal Studies, Liberal Arts, or Elementary Education.
  • Through a combination of the methods described in numbers 1, 2, and 3 (above) in whole or in part, in each of the domains of the subject matter requirements for the multiple subject credential pursuant to Section 44282.

2. Verification of successful completion of the Basic Skills Requirement. Applicants can use one of the following options:

  • Pass the CBEST
  • Pass the CSET: Multiple Subjects Plus Writing Skills Examination
  • Pass the CSU Early Assessment Program or the CSU Placement Examinations
  • Achieve Qualifying Score on the SAT or ACT
  • College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations
  • Pass a Basic Skills Examination from Another State
  • Meet the Basic Skills Requirement by Coursework
  • Meet the Basic Skills Requirement by Coursework and Exam

3. Two recommendations forms from two individuals (not a family member) who are able to evaluate and address the applicant's scholastic performance and suitability for teaching;

4. A written, personal narrative/essay (600-700 words) on (a) reasons for wanting to be an elementary school teacher and (b) background that prepares the applicant to be a teacher;

5. Verification of a valid negative TB test result via one of the following, (a) an official immunization record stamped by the healthcare provider, (b) an official letterhead signed by the healthcare provider (Risk Assessment Questionnaires are not acceptable), Note: Negative TB test results are valid for four years from the date of the test and must remain valid for the duration of the program;

6. Official transcript(s) from each institution attended with the exception of California State University San Bernardino (CSUSB) submitted directly to the Jim and Judy Watson College of Education Student Services Office (CE 102) by the program deadline date.

7. All applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.67 or of 2.75 in their last 60 semester units of 90 quarter units);

8. Documentation of at least 45 hours of field experience in K-12 classrooms via any of the following: (a) early field experience verification form, (b) original letterhead signed by the authorized school personnel, (c) original field log signed by the authorized school personnel.

9. Verification from the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) of the issuance of a valid California Certificate of Clearance, credential or permit;

10. Completion of the upper-division writing requirement at the university or the equivalent graduation requirement at another accredited institution, or a passing score on the CSUSB Writing Requirement Exemption Evaluation (WREE), or a passing score on the written portion of the CBEST (Note: CBEST examination does not meet the graduate entrance writing requirement for the Master of Arts degree);

11. All applicants who have submitted a complete application will receive notification within 12 working days of submission via MyCoyote email to set-up a mandatory faculty interview. Admission to the program is based on (a) the successful completion of the faculty interview, and (b) attendance at the New Student Orientation meeting at which time  applicants will also complete a Student Teaching Placement Application.

Admission to Supervised Student Teaching

Students must apply for supervised student teaching (EDMS 4107A) along with the Supplemental Application. Admission to supervised student teaching is based on the following criteria and conditions:

  1. Successful completion of co-requisite courses:
  2. Concurrent enrollment in the following courses: EDMS 4100, 4101A or 4101B, 4102, 4103, and 4104.

Admission to the Intern Program

In addition to the steps, conditions and criteria outlined above for the Multiple Subject Credential Program the applicant must fulfill the following:

  1. Submit an application to the intern program,
  2. Successfully complete prerequisite and co-requisite courses,
  3. Successfully complete the following pre-service courses with a grade of B- or better (candidates can apply to the program while concurrently enrolled in these courses): EDMS 4100, 4101A or 4101B, 4102, and 4103;
  4. Provide Verification of Employment by a school district that has a contractual agreement with the university. The intern is employed full time and is assigned to teach in a self-contained classroom while enrolled in courses at CSUSB. (A listing of these districts is in the Handbook for Multiple Subject Credential Programs.)
  5. Apply for an intern credential once admitted to the intern track and the job is secured. Submit the application for the intern license to CE 102.

Admission to the Bilingual Added Authorization in Spanish Program

To receive the Bilingual Added Authorization in Spanish students must take the TWO bilingual courses:

EDMS 4101B Language Arts Teaching and Learning (Spanish) 3 units or EDMD 5101

Teaching & learning in Spanish Multilingual Settings 3 units

(To be taken instead of EDMS 4101A)

And EDMS 5106B. Teaching and learning social studies. 3 units or EDMD 5102 Cultural Proficiency in Spanish Multilingual settings 3 units, Instead of EDMS 5106A

As well, students need to clear the linguistic requirements in Spanish by taking the WCOE Spanish placement test or at least two courses of Spanish Grammar and Culture (e.g. SPAN 3310, 3305, or 3309) The program coordinators will supervise this requirement.

Early Field Work and Supervised Student teaching or Supervised Intern Teaching must be done in a bilingual classroom. All students seeking the Bilingual Added Authorization in Spanish must consult with the faculty advisor for students in this concentration.

Post credential BiAu students need at least the Two classes, the lingustic requirement and  2oh. minimum of clinical practice.

Credential Requirements (33-36 units)

Courses for all four concentrations. Students must complete all program course work with a grade point average of 3.0 ("B") with no course grade lower than "B-."

EDMS 5100Psychological Foundations of Education 3
EDMS 5102Pedagogical Foundations for Teaching English Learners3
EDMS 4101ALanguage Arts Teaching and Learning3
or EDMS 4101B Language Arts Teaching and Learning in Bilingual Settings
or EDMD 5101 Teaching & Learning Methods in Spanish Multilingual Settings:
EDMS 4103Creating Supportive and Engaging Learning Environments 2
Supervised Student Teaching †6-9
EDMS 5104Mathematics Teaching and Learning 3
EDMS 5105Science Teaching and Learning3
EMAT 5100Technology and Instructional Practices for Educators1
EDMS 5106ASocial Studies and the Arts Teaching and Learning 3
or EDMS 5106B Social Studies and the Arts Teaching and Learning in Bilingual Settings
EMAT 5101Education, Diversity and Social Justice 3
EDMS 4110Assessment Seminar: CalTPA Cycle3
Total Units33-36
†
  • Students seeking only the Multiple Subject Credential must complete EDMS 4107A.
  • Students seeking the Bilingual Added Authorization must complete EDMS 4107 and are placed in dual language classrooms.
  • Students seeking the Inter Credential with Bilingual Added authorization must complete, EDMS 4108A, EDMS 4108B, and EDMS 4109 and are placed in dual language classrooms.

Spanish Bilingual Students need to complete at least 20 hours of Clinical Practice in Bilingual settings, according to the CTC. Usually embedded as Observation hours EDMD 5101 or EDMD 5102.