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Basic Teaching Credentials

Teachers in California schools earn their initial credential in one of three areas, depending upon their career objectives:

Elementary Teaching (K-8)

Those preparing for a career teaching at the elementary level pursue a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (MSCP). Program choices vary according to when a student decides to become an elementary teacher and other individual needs.

Secondary Teaching

Those desiring to become secondary teachers (high school or junior high level) earn a Single Subject Credential in the subject area in which they wish to specialize. The Single Subject Office coordinates programs in many different subject matter departments at ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï leading to a Single Subject Credential.   Sometimes individuals can add a Supplementary Authorization to their credential in a second area of expertise. Consult the Credential Center for information about Supplementary Authorizations.

Special Education

Those desiring to teach students with disabilities earn an Education Specialist credential, offered at ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï through the EdPAC Department.