Course requirements for the Single Subject Matter Preparation Program, in conjunction with a teaching credential program, lead to a single subject teaching credential.

In most majors, candidates for this credential will normally fulfill the Single Subject Matter Preparation Program by completing the appropriate education option in the major. Any exceptions to this procedure are noted at the end of this section. In addition to the Single Subject Matter Preparation Program, completion of an additional teaching credential program is required to qualify for a California teaching credential. Information for prerequisites and other admission requirements to teaching credential programs is available through the School of Education.

If you are interested in obtaining a teaching credential, confer with the appropriate credential advisor early in your University career. Department credential advisors can assist you in planning an educational program that meets both major and credential requirements.

Subject matter preparation requirements are governed by state legislative action and approval of the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Requirements may change between catalogs.

The Bachelor of Arts in Social Science, Option in Multidisciplinary Studies, fulfills all requirements for the Single Subject Matter Preparation Program in Social Science. All 43 units within the major are offered fully online through Chico State. Transfer students must complete all lower-division General Education requirements before starting the program.

Advising Requirement

Advising is mandatory for this program. Consult your department advisor or program coordinator for information.