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Credentials

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What types of teaching credential programs does UCSB offer?
A: The Teacher Education Program at the University of California, Santa Barbara offers the Multiple Subject (Elementary) California Teaching Credential and the Single Subject (Secondary) California Teaching Credential in the subject areas of Art, English, Foreign Language (Spanish, French, German, and Latin), Math, Social Science, and Science with an emphasis in Geoscience, Physics, Chemistry, or Biology. The Teaching Credential Program is combined with a Master’s Degree in Education. These combined Multiple Subject and Single Subject Credential/Master’s Degree programs are designed to provide the knowledge and experience, both academic and practical, needed to begin a teaching career. Student teaching is concurrent with course work, so that the knowledge, theories, and concepts taught at the University can be directly and immediately applied in the classroom setting.
The Gevirtz Graduate School of Education also offers a Science/Math Initiative (SMI) for undergraduates interested in becoming Single Subject Credential students. For more information, refer to the website: http://www.education.ucsb.edu/tep/smi.html.

Q: How long does it take to complete the UCSB Teaching Credential Program?
A: The UCSB Teaching Credential Program is a one-year, full-time program that beings in early June with a summer session term and concludes with a second summer session term the following June/July.

Q: What is the Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement for admission?
A: A 3.00 cumulative GPA for the junior and senior year is required for admission. Please contact the Teacher Education Program at (805) 893-2084 or (805) 893-2036 to receive a Student Advising Handbook for complete information regarding admission requirements.

Q: When is the application deadline to apply for the Teaching Credential Program?
A: The application process begins August 15, 2007 and ends February 15, 2008. Early Application Deadline is November 15, 2007.  Regular Deadline February 15, 2008.

Q: What courses and exams are required for admission to the Credential Program?
A: The following courses and exams must be completed prior to starting the Credential Program:

MULTIPLE SUBJECT PROGRAM

1. Basic Skills Examination:
1. CBEST or equivalent
2. CSET Multiple Subject Exam

Preprofessional Experience

1. MAT or GRE
2. Education 109
3. US Constitution (Pol Sci 12 at UCSB)
4. Math 100A and Math 100B
5. Education 103

SINGLE SUBJECT PROGRAM

1. Basic Skills Examination:
1. CBEST or equivalent
2. Subject Matter Competency:
1. CSET or Subject Matter Program
3. Preprofessional Experience
4. MAT or GRE
5. Education 109
6. US Constitution (Pol Sci 12 at UCSB)
7. Education 103

Q: Do you offer an Education Minor for UCSB undergraduates?
A: Yes, UCSB offers a Minor in Education with a Teacher Education Track for undergraduates preparing for a career in elementary or secondary education. Prospective teachers are encouraged to take courses in the Minor that fulfill requirements for the UCSB Teaching Credential Program. 18 upper division quarter units are required for the Education Minor. For more information please refer to the website: http://www.education.ucsb.edu/Undergrad-Studies/Education-Minor/home.htm

Q: How can I find out more about the Teacher Education Program?
A: For more information regarding the UCSB Teacher Education Programs, please attend a Multiple or Single Subject Credential Information Meeting. These meetings provide information regarding prerequisites, admission requirements, application procedures and overall structure of the teaching credential programs. Application packets can be requested by phone and will also be distributed at these meetings. For a schedule of Credential Informational Meetings, or to receive an application packet, please call the Credential Services Office at (805) 893-2036, or stop by the Credential Services Office in Phelps 1178.

How to Contact the Credential Services Office:
Office Hours: 8 am to noon and 1-5 pm
Location: 1178 Phelps Hall
Email: tepappATeducation.ucsb.edu
Phone: (805) 893-2036
Fax: (805) 893-2588