College of Education

Dean: Anna Ortiz

Telephone / FAX: (562) 985-4513 / 985-4951

Website: College of Education

Associate Deans: Rebecca Bustamante, Laura Portnoi

Assistant to the Dean: Marisol Negrete Pizzi

Communications & Events Specialist: Christine Bedell

Administrative Services: Carrie Hernandez

Credential Center: Kit Van Wyk, Director (562) 985-4109

Development Office: Hayley Miller, Director (562) 985-7477

Community Clinic: Kristin Powers, Director (562) 985-4991

Facilities Coordinator: Nanette Miller-Delany (562) 985-7609

Office of Clinical Practice: Lori Curci-Reed, (562) 985-2516

Teacher Preparation Advising Center: Jessica Olague, Assistant Director (562) 985-1765

Systems Specialist: Matt Evans (562) 985-1112/ Chrystal Maggiore (562) 985-4685

Departments:

Advanced Studies in Education and Counseling
(COUN, EDP, EDSP, EESJ, ETEC)
Bita Ghafoori, Chair (562) 985-7947

Educational Leadership
(EDLD, EDAD, SDHE)
Don Haviland, Chair (562) 985-7157

Liberal Studies
(L/ST, UDCP)
Nat Hansuvadha, Chair (562) 985- 8999

Single Subject Teacher Education
(EDSS, EDSE)
Eileen Luhr, Director (562) 985-5642

Teacher Education
(CTED, EDCI, EDEC, EDEL, EDME, EDRG, EDSE)
Estella Chizhik, Chair (562) 985-1012

Introduction

The College of Education at CSULB is a learning and teaching community that prepares professional educators and practitioners who promote equity and excellence in diverse urban settings through effective pedagogy, evidence-based practices, collaboration, leadership, innovation, scholarship, and advocacy.

The College provides undergraduate, credential and graduate studies in education through four departments - Liberal Studies, Educational Leadership, Teacher Education, and Advanced Studies in Education and Counseling - and one university-wide program - the Single Subject Credential Program. Curriculum in college programs focuses on the preparation of personnel for teaching and educational service in pre-school settings, elementary, middle and high schools, community colleges, adult programs, and other educational or community agencies. Descriptions that include prerequisites and requirements for each credential, certificate, and degree program are listed in this catalog in the department that houses the particular program. General doctoral program information is also included at the end of this section.

College programs are accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC).

Please visit the college website for detailed information on departments, programs, centers, and offices.

Teaching Credentials

Elementary:

Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential Program (MSCP)
Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential Program with Bilingual Authorization (MSCP with BILA)
Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP)
Urban Dual Credential Program (UDCP)

Secondary:

Single Subject Credential Program (SSCP)
Art, Dance, English, Health Science, Math (Foundational Level Mathematics), Music, Physical Education, Science Education (Biology, Foundational Level General Science, Chemistry, Geosciences, and Physics), Social Science and World Languages (American Sign Language, Arabic, Filipino, French, German, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Italian, Latin, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish and Vietnamese)

Specialist Teaching Credentials:

Education Specialist Credential Program (ESCP), Preliminary: Mild/Moderate Support Needs or Extensive Support Needs
Urban Dual Credential Program (UDCP)

Service Credentials:

Preliminary Administrative Services
Teacher Librarian Services
Pupil Personnel Services - School Counseling
Pupil Personnel Services - School Psychology

Graduate Certificates:

Community College
Applied Disability Studies

Other Credentials and Authorizations:

Bilingual Authorization (BILA)

Computer Science Supplementary Authorization

Reading and Literacy Added Authorization

Please refer to the College of Health and Human
Services section of this Catalog for credential programs in
Adapted Physical Education Added Authorization
Speech-Language Pathology Services Credential
Pupil Personnel Services Credential, School Social Work, Child Welfare, and Attendance

Credential Programs

Public school teaching and service credentials in California are regulated by the legislature and administered by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC). Credential programs offered at CSULB have been developed to meet current requirements, which are complex and continually reviewed and changed by legislative and agency action. Candidates for all credentials must meet legal requirements in effect when completing credential programs. It is the responsibility of the candidate to be familiar with the program requirements. For information regarding admission, academic requirements, and fieldwork, contact the specific credential program coordinator. For information on state credential laws and regulations, pending changes, and new legislation, contact the Credential Center (EED-42; 562/985-4109; ced-credentials@csulb.edu).

Basic Teaching Credentials

There are three types of basic teaching credentials: Multiple Subject, Single Subject, and Education Specialist.

The Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential authorizes the holder to teach all subjects in a self-contained classroom. A teacher authorized for multiple subject instruction may be assigned to teach in any self-contained classroom - pre-K to grade 12, or in classes for adults. In practice, most teachers with a multiple subject authorization teach in elementary schools. In addition to completing a sequence of professional preparation courses and student teaching, candidates for the Multiple Subject Credential must demonstrate subject matter competence as a condition of entry to the program. For detailed information on the Multiple Subject Credential Program, refer to the Teacher Education section in this catalog or visit the Teacher Preparation Advising Center (EED-67; 562/985-1105; TPAC website).

One of the pathways to a Multiple Subject credential is the Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP). ITEP combines undergraduate study of academic subjects aligned to the California standards for the K-8 curriculum with professional preparation courses, field experiences, and student teaching. ITEP students may also complete the requirements for the Education Specialist Credential or Bilingual Authorization along with those for the Multiple Subject Credential and receive dual authorization. For detailed information on the ITEP program, refer to the Liberal Studies section of this catalog or contact the Teacher Preparation Advising Center (EED-67; 562/985-1105; ced-tpac@csulb.edu).

The Single Subject Credential authorizes the holder to teach a specified subject. A teacher authorized for single subject instruction may be assigned to teach this subject at any grade level - pre-K through grade 12, or in classes for adults. In practice, most teachers with a single subject authorization teach departmentalized classes in middle, junior high or senior high schools. CSULB offers Commission on Teacher Credentialing-approved Subject Matter Programs in Art, Dance, English, Health Science, Math (Foundational Level, Mathematics), Music, Physical Education, Science (Biology, Foundational Level General Science, Chemistry, Geosciences, Physics), Social Science and World Languages (American Sign Language, Arabic, Filipino, French, German, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Italian, Latin, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, and Vietnamese. For detailed information on the Single Subject Credential Program, refer to the Single Subject Teacher Education section in this catalog or visit the Teacher Preparation Advising Center (EED-67; 562/985-1105; ced-tpac@csulb.edu; TPAC website).

The Education Specialist Credential authorizes a candidate to teach in a special education assignment with students with special needs. This credential certifies individuals to work as a special day class teacher, inclusion support teacher or resource specialist. In addition to completing a sequence of professional preparation courses and student teaching, candidates must demonstrate subject matter competence as a condition of entry to the program. Another pathway to the Education Specialist Credential is the Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP), through which students can earn dual authorization to teach Multiple Subjects and Special Education. For detailed information on the Education Specialist Credential Program, refer to the Advanced Studies in Education and Counseling section in this catalog or visit the Teacher Preparation Advising Center (EED-67; 562/985-1105; ced-tpac@csulb.edu; TPAC website).

Elementary and secondary teachers who wish to diversify their teaching authorizations may do so by fulfilling specific requirements. Further information is available in the Credential Center (EED-42; 562/985-4109; ced-credentials@csulb.edu).

The Urban Dual Credential Program (UDCP) allows candidates to earn the Multiple Subject Credential and the Education Specialist Credential concurrently. UDCP prepares candidates to teach both in the elementary general education classroom as well as the elementary/middle school special education setting. Candidates will earn both a Preliminary Multiple Subject and Preliminary Education Specialist Credential in 2 years. For detailed information on the Urban Dual Credential Program, refer to the Liberal Studies Department section in this catalog or visit the Teacher Preparation Advising Center (EED-67; 562/985-1105; ced-tpac@csulb.edu; TPAC website).

With additional coursework, students in Credential Programs may earn a Bilingual Authorization in Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin), Korean, or Vietnamese.

Obtaining the Preliminary Credential

Requirements for the basic Preliminary Credentials are set by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing in accordance with state law. Requirements for completing the Preliminary credential include:

a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. accredited institution, or equivalent
completion of an approved professional preparation program, including the teaching of reading and student teaching
verification of subject matter competence
meeting the Basic Skills Requirement
completion of an approved course or examination in the U.S. Constitution
demonstration of Level I computer technology proficiency (course or exam)
verification of training in CPR that covers infant, child, and adult CPR skills
for Multiple Subject and Education Specialist candidates, passage of the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA)
passage of the California Teaching Performance Assessment (CalTPA).

Graduates of CSULB credential programs meet Commission and program requirements and are recommended for the Preliminary Credential by the College.

Obtaining the Professional 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 are expected to earn the Professional Clear Credential through a Commission-approved Professional Teacher Induction Program sponsored by a school district, county office of education, college or university, consortium, or private school.

For information on the Professional Clear credential, contact the Credential Center (EED-42; 562/985-4109; ced-credentials@csulb.edu).

Entry Levels for Basic Credential Programs

Credential programs may begin at five different levels:

Qualified candidates who wish to earn the Multiple Subject Credential (MSCP) and Education Specialist Credential (ESCP) may begin the Liberal Studies Program as first-time, first-year students. This program includes the Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP) which leads to the Multiple Subject Credential in four and a half years of full time, accelerated study.
Qualified transfer students from community colleges who wish to earn the Multiple Subject Credential may enroll in Liberal Studies as transfer students. This program leads to the Multiple Subject Credential in two and a half years of full time, accelerated study. Candidates in the Urban Dual Credential Pathway may earn both MSCP and ESCP in 5 years.
Junior level ITEP: With a carefully planned program, credential program courses may be taken as electives as early as the first semester of the junior year with completion of the program coming as early as the first semester after graduation.
Senior level - Credential program courses may be taken during the senior year as electives. The remaining credential courses and student teaching are then completed at the post-baccalaureate level. (Note: By petition only, up to twelve units of course work taken in the final undergraduate semester – and not needed to meet major or degree requirements – may be counted as postgraduate credit toward credit on a district salary ladder. This petition must be filed prior to graduation. Information is available in the Teacher Preparation Advising Center (EED-67; 562/985-1105; ced-tpac@csulb.edu; TPAC website).
Post-Baccalaureate level - The entire credential program may be completed at the post-baccalaureate level.

Application to Credential Programs

Information on application to basic credential programs is available in the Teacher Preparation Advising Center (EED-67; 562/985-1105; ced-tpac@csulb.edu; TPAC website). Students currently not enrolled in the University must file an application for admission to the University (via CalState Apply) as well as an application to the specific program. Note: Some programs have established application periods each year that are separate from the University application periods and process.

Application for Student Teaching

Candidates for student teaching for the fall or spring term of any year must apply by the deadline as seen on the Teacher Preparation Advising Center (TPAC) home page to receive consideration for admissions Student Teaching application deadlines are firm.

Appeal Process

Credential students may address an appeal to the appropriate committee regarding any policy related to admission and continuation in a teacher preparation program. Petition forms and assistance are available in the Teacher Preparation Advising Center (EED-67; 562-985-1105; ced-tpac@csulb.edu).

Specialist Credentials

CSULB offers a program leading to a Reading and Literacy Added Authorization. This requires a valid basic teaching credential. (Note: The Adapted Physical Education Credential is available through the Department of Kinesiology . Refer to the College of Health and Human Services section of this catalog.)

Service Credentials

Service credential programs are available in the following areas: Preliminary Administrative Services, Teacher Librarian Services, School Counseling, and School Psychology. Both the Preliminary Administrative Services and the Teacher Librarian Services credentials require a valid basic teaching credential. (Note: Speech-Language Pathology Services, and School Social Work, Child Welfare and Attendance credentials are also available at CSULB. Refer to the College of Health and Human Services section of this catalog.)

Degree Programs

Bachelor’s Degree Programs

The college offers a bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies through the Liberal Studies Department. The Liberal Studies major is a cross-disciplinary program of study that meets both the General Education and major requirements of the university. This major prepares students in the broad content necessary for successful elementary school teaching. Liberal Studies students often begin taking credential program courses in the junior or senior year and complete the credential program in the first year after graduating. The Integrated Teacher Preparation Program (ITEP) is a Liberal Studies pathway that combines a broad course of study with teacher preparation courses. ITEP students graduate with both a BA degree and a Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. Through the UDCP pathway, ITEP students may earn both their MS and ES teaching credentials with their BA degree. For more information, refer to the Liberal Studies section of this catalog.

Master’s Degree Programs

Master’s degree programs are offered in three departments within the College. General procedures, policies, requirements, and applications for these master’s degrees are available from the Graduate Studies Office, EED-7, and are listed following each option in the appropriate section of the catalog. In order to pursue a master’s degree, students must submit applications to both the University and the program via Cal State Apply.

The Advanced Studies in Education and Counseling (ASEC) Department offers a Master of Science degrees in Counseling Psychology, Educational Technology and Media Leadership, School Counseling (with PPS credential) and Special Education is offered. The ASEC department also offers the Educational Specialist degree and the PPS credential in School Psychology.

The Teacher Education Department offers five options in the Master of Arts in Education: Curriculum and Instruction (Elementary Education), Curriculum and Instruction (Secondary Education), Dual Language Development, and Mathematics Education. The department also offers a Master of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education.

The Educational Leadership Department offers a Master of Arts degree in Educational Administration and a Master of Science degree in Student Development in Higher Education.

To be considered for admission to a master’s degree program, students must submit a university application via Cal State Apply and a program application via MyCED. Application requirements vary by program; please see the Graduate Studies office website for further details. Please note: Most programs only admit students for the fall semester. For additional program information and contact numbers for advisors, visit the College of Education website and navigate to the appropriate program.

All master’s degree candidates in education are required either to complete a thesis or project or take a comprehensive examination according to the requirements of the degree or degree option. Application for enrollment for thesis, project, or comprehensive examination must be made by the deadline as seen on the Graduate Studies Office home page for the fall or spring semester to receive consideration for admission.

Doctoral Program

The Educational Leadership department offers the Educational Doctorate in Educational Leadership. The program is designed for working professionals seeking training to become highly qualified educational leaders for P-12 school districts or community colleges. Representatives from P-12 school districts and community colleges work collaboratively with CSULB faculty and administrators to design, implement, and evaluate this program. Students may pursue one of two program strands: Elementary/Secondary Educational Leadership or Community College/Higher Education Educational Leadership.