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 professional education program is required to qualify for a California teaching credential. Information for prerequisites and other admission requirements to professional education (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. Please consult with your department credential advisor for current information.

In addition to completing the Single Subject Matter Preparation Program, students must demonstrate subject-matter competence. See the credentials advisor for more information.

The Bachelor of Arts in English, Option in English Education combined with the Minor in Secondary Language Arts fulfill all requirements for the Single Subject Matter Preparation Program in English, which along with a teaching credential program will lead to a single subject California teaching credential.