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Multiple Subject Credential Program/CLAD Emphasis (Elementary)

The Multiple Subject Credential Program/CLAD is designed to prepare teachers to work with students in grades K-12 with responsibility for all subject areas in a self-contained classroom. Teachers holding a Multiple Subject Credential are most often assigned to preschool and elementary school classrooms.

This program has been specifically designed to prepare teachers for the diversity of languages often  encoun­tered in California public school classrooms. The California CLAD emphasis requirements are met through the infusion of content and experiences within the Multiple Subject Program, as well as additional coursework. Students successfully completing this program and the second language requirement receive the Multiple Subject Credential with the CLAD emphasis.

Full-Time CLAD Emphasis

A two-semester program, the Multiple Subject/CLAD Program provides coursework in learning and instruc­tion, content area methodology correlated with field experiences and student teaching in conjunction with the CLAD content. The College of Education is specifically committed to providing students with opportunities to learn innovative teaching practices and put those methods to work with children.

Course Sequence

First Semester
Units
EDMS 5264
EDMS 5404
EDMS 5433
EDMS 5615
Total16

Second Semester
Units
EDMS 5443
EDMS 5453
EDML 5523
EDMS 5628
Total17

Program Total33

Part-time CLAD Emphasis

The Part-time Multiple Subject Credential Program/CLAD is intended for ­those students who are unable to pur­sue a full-time program and/or are unable to attend courses during the day. The part-time program can be completed in two years. The curricu­lum is the same as the full-time pro­gram, except two courses are offered per semester and are taught in the evening.  Fourth-semester students must be available during the day to complete full-time student teaching.

Course Sequence

First Semester
Units
EDMS 5264
EDMS 5404
Total8*

Second Semester
Units

EDMS 5433
EDMS 5453
Total6

Third Semester
Units
EDMS 5443
EDML 5523
Total6

Fourth Semester
Units
EDMS 5615
EDMS 5628
Total13*

Program Total33

Integrated Bachelor of Arts and Multiple Subject/CLAD Emphasis Credential Program

(For admission requirements to the Integrated Bachelor of Arts, see College of Education and College of Arts and Sciences advising staff.)

This program provides students with a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in Liberal Studies from the College of Arts and Sciences and a Multiple Subject Credential/CLAD from the College of Education. The Integrated Curriculum Option consists of six themed semesters of courses which are taken in both colleges.

The Integrated Bachelor of Arts and Multiple Subject/CLAD Emphasis Credential Program appears as Option 3 in the Liberal Studies major under the College of Arts and Sciences, see page 138.)  See the College of Education and College of Arts and Sciences advising staff for further information including admissions criteria and procedures, and semester by semester curriculum.

Multiple SubjectInternship/CLAD Emphasis Credential Program

The Multiple Subject Internship Credential Program is a field-based, collaborative program with various San Diego and Riverside County school districts. It is designed to provide opportunity for teacher diversity to reflect the student population of San Diego and Riverside counties, and for those who hold a bachelor’s degree, to make a career change to teaching. Its goal is to prepare effective, pro­fessional classroom teachers.  The program requires completion of thirty-three (33) units. Candidates will be able to continue their current, full-time employment during the first portion of the Intern­ship Program. Upon successful com­pletion of required coursework, candidates will become full-time paid intern teachers with full responsibility for a classroom in a San Diego or Riverside County school district. Candidates will continue to take coursework during intern teaching.

Admission Requirements

All admission requirements are the same as for the Multiple Subject Teaching Credential with the following exceptions:

  1. CBEST.  CBEST examination must be passed before intern teaching.
  2. Subject Matter Preparation Assessment for Teachers (MSAT). Intern candidates must pass the MSAT before beginning intern teaching or have completed a minimum of 4/5 of a state-approved subject matter preparation program (such as Liberal Studies at Cal State San Marcos).
  3. U.S. Constitution.   Knowledge of the U.S. Constitution demon­strated by completion of a two-semester unit college-level course or college-level examination.   The constitution requirement must be completed before intern teaching.
  4. Personal Interview.  Intern candidates complete personal interviews conducted by a team with representatives from the college faculty, school district personnel from participating districts, the County Office of Education, and community representatives.
  5. Bachelor’s Degree.  Bachelor’s degree required before intern teaching.
  6. Eighty (80) hour “shadowing” experience at school site.

Please Note: The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing requires passing the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA) for the initial issuance of a Multiple Subject Credential.  RICA consists of passing one of two components, either a comprehensive examination or a performance assessment.  The Assessment cannot be taken until completion of the Language Literacy course in the credential program.

The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing adopted a new technology standard requiring credential candidates to demonstrate their effective use of technology at a basic level prior to issuance of a preliminary credential.  The new technology standard will apply to all students credentialed after July 1, 2002.  At a minimum, it is advisable to complete EDUC 500 if you plan to complete the Cal State San Marcos credential program after July 1, 2002.

Course Sequence

The courses may differ slightly in sequence depending on school district.

Prerequisites:  Applicants are encouraged to take the following courses in the Winter Session immediately preceding matricu­lation, and upon being notified of acceptance:

Units
EDUC 3503
EDUC 3643

First Semester
Units
EDMS 5264
EDMS 5404
Total8

Second Semester or Summer*
Units
EDML 5433
EDMS 5453
Total6

Third Semester
Units
EDMS 5523
EDMS 561I6
Total9

Fourth Semester
Units
EDMS 5443
EDMS 562I7
Total10

Program Total33

Concurrent Preliminary Level I Mild/Moderate and Moderate/ Severe Disabilities Education Specialist with Multiple Subject/CLAD Program

The Concurrent Preliminary Level I Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe Disabilities Education Specialist with Multiple Subject/CLAD Program incor­porates the disciplines of multiple subjects, special education, and multilingual education into an integrated curriculum designed to prepare teachers to work
with the heterogeneous group of students in today’s schools.  The program enables candidates to earn three credentials:  1) the Multiple Subject Credential with CLAD Emphasis; 2) the Preliminary Level I Mild/Moderate Disabilities Education Specialist Credential, which authorizes service to students eligible in the disability categories of Specific Learning Disabilities, Mental Retardation, Serious Emotional Disturbance, and Other Health Impaired (i.e., Attention Deficit Disorder), and; 3) the Preliminary Level I Moderate/ Severe Disabilities Education Specialist Credential, which authorizes service to students eligible in the categories of Multiple Disabilities, Autism, and Deaf-Blindness. Teachers holding a Multiple Subject Credential are most often assigned to preschool and elementary school classrooms.      

This is a full-time, 14-month program in which candidates enroll in day and evening courses and student teach in a variety of general and special education settings.  Special Education competencies are enfolded in the Multiple Subject curriculum, with emphasis on pre­paring educators for the diversity of students’ special learning and lan­guage needs encountered in California schools.  The California CLAD Emphasis requirements are met through the infusion of content and experiences within the program.

Admission Requirements

All admission requirements are the same as for the Multiple Subject Credential Program, with the following exceptions:

Prerequisites:

Units
EDUC 3503
EDUC 3643
EDUC 5003
EDUC 5013

Please note the following:

  1. The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing requires passing the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA) for the initial issuance of a Multiple Subject or Special Education Credential.  RICA consists of passing one of two components, either a comprehensive examination or a performance assessment.  The assessment cannot be taken until completion of the Language Literacy course in the credential program.
    The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing adopted a new technology standard requiring credential candidates to demonstrate their effective use of technology at a basic level prior to issuance of a preliminary credential.  The new technology standard will apply to all students credentialed after July 1, 2002.  At a minimum, it is advisable to complete EDUC 500 if you plan to complete the Cal State San Marcos credential program after July 1, 2002.   
     
  2. All students accepted in either the stand alone Preliminary Level I Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe Disabilities Education Specialist Program Option or the Concurrent Preliminary Level I Mild/ Moderate and Moderate/Severe Disabilities Education Specialist with Multiple Subject/CLAD Program Option can enroll in 600-level EDMX courses.
     
  3. Only candidates in the Concurrent Education Specialist with Multiple Subject Program Option can enroll in 500-level EDMX courses.

 

Course Sequence     

First Summer Session*
Units
EDMX 5264
EDMX 5403
EDMX 6313
Total9

First Semester
Units
EDMX 5433
EDML 5523
EDMX 5627
EDMX 6273
EDMX 6413
Total19

Second Semester
Units
EDMX 5475
EDMX 6323
EDMX 6333
EDMX 6647               
Total18

Second Summer Session*
Units
EDMX 6344

Program Total50

 

Internship Credential Specialist Program in Special Education: Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe Disabilities and Multiple Subject Credential Cal State San Marcos/San Diego City Schools Partnership

Level II Preparation is required for all initial Level I credential holders.  Please refer to page 203.

The Preliminary Mild/Moderate Disabilities Education Specialist and Preliminary Moderate/Severe Disabilities Education Specialist credentials together encompass competencies to address the full range of student differences.  The course offerings and sequence described in this program will enable credential candidates to receive two special education credentials and a multiple subject credential following two different tracks.  Credentialed teachers take the track that leads to the Mild/ Moderate and Moderate/Severe credentials.  Those without certification take the track that leads first to the Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe credentials and in addition take courses to complete the Multiple Subject credential.  All candidates complete the program having met all of the Cross-Cultural Language and Academic

Development (CLAD) or Bilingual Cross-Cultural Language and Academic Development (BCLAD) competencies. 

Course Sequence

Option One

Designed for teachers who have completed a basic credential program and have satisfied California subject matter competency.

First Summer Session*
Units
EDMX 6313
Required if equivalency has not been determined:
EDUC 5013
Total3-6

Fall I  Semester
Units
EDMX 6273
EDMX 6413
Total6

Winter  Intersession*
EDUC 3643
(For CLAD certification)
Total 0-3

Spring I Semester
Units
EDMX 6333
EDMX 6647
EDEX 660 2
Total12

Second Summer Session*
Units

Required if equivalency has not been determined.
EDUC 500 3
Required for Moderate/Severe Certification
EDMX 6344
Total0-7

Fall II Semester
Units
EDEX 661 2
EDMX 632 3
EDMX 664I7
EDML 550 3
(For CLAD Certification)
Total 12-15

Spring II Semester
Units
EDML 5523
(For CLAD Certification)
EDML 5633
(For CLAD Certification)
Total0-6

Program Total 33-55

The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing requires passing the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA) for the initial issuance of a Multiple Subject or Special Education Credential.  RICA consists of passing one of two components, either a comprehensive examination or a performance assessment.  The assessment cannot be taken until completion of the Language Literacy course in the credential program.       

The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing adopted a new technology standard requiring credential candidates to demonstrate their effective use of technology at a basic level prior to issuance of a preliminary credential.  The new technology standard will apply to all students credentialed after July 1, 2002.  At a minimum, it is advisable to complete EDUC 500 if you plan to complete the Cal State San Marcos credential program after July 1, 2002.

Option Two

Designed for those individuals without certification.

Prerequisites:

Units
EDUC 3503
EDUC 3643
EDUC 5003
EDUC 5013

Summer I*
Units
EDMX 5264
(May be taken in subsequent semester)
EDMX 5403
(May be taken in subsequent semester)
EDMX 6313
Total 10 

Fall I
Units
EDMX 6273
EDMX 6413
Total6

Spring I
Units
EDMX 633 3
EDMX 664 7
EDEX 660 2
Total12

Summer II*
Units
EDMX 543 3
EDML 552 3
(For CLAD Certification)
Required for Moderate/Severe Certification
EDMX 6344
Total  6-10

Fall II
Units
EDMX 6323
EDEX 6612
EDMX 664I7
Total12

Spring II or Summer III*
Option for Multiple Subject Credential with CLAD emphasis
EDMS 5453
EDMS 5443
EDMX 5627
OR
For CLAD certificate:
EDML 5503
EDML 5633
Total6-13

Program Total 52-63

 

Internship Credential Specialist Program in Special Education: Mild Moderate/Moderate Severe Disabilities or/with the Multiple Subject Credential Cal State San Marcos/I-15 Consortium Partnership

Level II Preparation is required for all initial Level I credential holders.  Please refer to page 203.

The Preliminary Mild/Moderate Disabilities Education Specialist and Preliminary Moderate/Severe Disabilities Education Specialist credentials together encompass competencies to address the full range of student differences. The course offerings and sequence described in this program will enable credential candidates to receive two special education credentials and a multiple subject credential following two different tracks. Credentialed teachers take the track that leads to the Mild/ Moderate and Moderate/Severe credentials. Those without certification take the track that leads first to the Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe credentials and in addition take courses to complete the Multiple Subject credential. All candidates complete the program having met all of the Cross-Cultural Language and Academic Development (CLAD) or Bilingual Cross-Cultural language and Academic Development (BCLAD) competencies. 

Option One

Designed for teachers who have completed a basic credential program and have satisfied California subject matter competency.

Summer I*
Units
EDMX 6313
Required if equivalency has not been determined
EDUC 5013
Total3-6

Fall I   
Units
EDMX 6273
EDMX 6413
EDML 550
(For CLAD Certification)
Total  6-9

Winter*
Units
EDUC 3643
(For CLAD Certification)

Spring I
Units
EDMX 6333
EDML 552
(For CLAD Certification)
Total3-6

Summer II*
Units
Required if equivalency has not been determined:
EDUC 5003
Required for Moderate/Severe Certification
EDMX 6344
Total0-7

Fall II
Units
EDMX 6323
EDEX 6602
EDMX 664I7
Total12

Spring II
Units
EDEX 6612
EDML 5633
(For CLAD Certification)
Total2-5

Program Total26-48

 

Option Two

The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing requires passing the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA) for the initial issuance of a Multiple Subject or Special Education Credential.  RICA consists of passing one of two components, either a comprehensive examination or a performance assessment.  The assessment cannot be taken until completion of the Language Literacy course in the credential program.

The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing adopted a new technology standard requiring credential candidates to demonstrate their effective use of technology at a basic level prior to issuance of a preliminary credential.  The new technology standard will apply to all students credentialed after July 1, 2002.  At a minimum, it is advisable to complete EDUC 500 if you plan to complete the Cal State San Marcos credential program after July 1, 2002.       

Designed for those individuals without certification.

Prerequisites:

Units

EDUC 3503
EDUC 3643
EDUC 5003
EDUC 5013

Summer I*
Units
EDMX 526
(May be taken in subsequent semester)
EDMX 540
(May be taken in subsequent semester)
EDMX 6313
Total10

Fall I
Units
EDMX 6273
EDMX 6413
Total 6

Spring I
Units
EDMX 6333
EDMX 5433
Total  6

Summer II*
Units
EDML 552
(For CLAD Certification)
Required for Moderate/Severe Certification
EDMX 6344
Total  0-7

Fall II
Units
EDMX 6323
EDEX  6602
EDMX 664I7
Total 12

Spring II or Summer III*
Units
EDEX 6612

Option: Multiple Subject Credential with CLAD
emphasisUnits
EDMS 5453
EDMS 5443
EDMX 5627

OR

For CLAD Certificate:Units

EDML 5503
EDML 5633
Total6-13

Program Total 44-56


Level II Preparation is required for all initial Level I credential holders.  Please refer to page 223.

 

Multiple Subject Credential Program/CLAD Emphasis (Middle Level)

Middle level teacher education students enroll in a program designed to prepare them to teach students in grades five through nine. Upon com­pletion of the program, second language requirement, and two subject matter competencies, students receive a Multiple Subject Credential, a Middle Level Emphasis and a CLAD Emphasis. In the two-semester curri­cu­lum, students take courses on teaching and learning in middle schools, content area methods, and ultilingual/multicultural education. Coursework is taught by a team of instructors, with class sessions and assignments geared to the particular needs of middle school teachers and learners. The teaching team is assisted by educators from North County mid­dle schools who share their expertise and experiences at the middle level.

North County middle schools serve as sites for field experiences.  When possible, students work with teams of master teachers. Supervision of the students is a shared responsibility of a University faculty advisor (a teaching team member assigned to one school) and an on-site supervisor at the middle school (a full-time teacher at each school). The on-site supervisor meets regularly with the students and observes and evaluates the students when they teach. Periodically, the University faculty advisors meet with the supervisors and master teachers in order to coordinate activities in the University and the field.

Admission Requirements

All admission requirements are the same as for the Multiple Subject Credential Program, with the following exceptions:

Subject Matter Competency in Two Areas.  Students must demonstrate subject matter competency in at least two different content areas;  for example, science and mathematics (not biology and chemistry). Stu­dents may demonstrate subject mat­ter competency by:  

  1. fulfilling the requirement for supplementary authorization by completion of a total of twenty (20) units or ten (10) upper-division units, or
  2. or completing an approved subject matter program in a specific single subject field, or
  3. passing the appropriate Praxis and SSAT subject area assessments**

Please note:  The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing requires passing the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA) for the initial issuance of a Multiple Subject Credential.  RICA consists of passing one of two components, either a comprehensive examination or a performance assessment.  The assessment cannot be taken until completion of the Language Literacy course in the credential program.

The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing adopted a new technology standard requiring credential candidates to demonstrate their effective use of technology at a basic level prior to issuance of a preliminary credential.  The new technology standard will apply to all students credentialed after July 1, 2002.  At a minimum, it is advisable to complete EDUC 500 if you plan to complete the Cal State San Marcos credential program after July 1, 2002.

Course Sequence      

First Semester
Units
EDMI 5264
EDMI 5405
EDMI 5412
EDMI 5614
Total 15

Second Semester
Units
EDMI 527 EDMI 5433
EDMI 5453
EDMI 5628
EDML 5523
Total18

Program Total33

Single Subject Credential Program/CLAD Emphasis (Secondary)

Single subject (high school) teacher education candidates en­roll in a program designed to pre­pare them to teach students in grades nine through twelve.  Upon completion of the program, candi­dates receive a Single Subject Credential with a CLAD Empha­sis.  In the two-semester curricu­lum, candidates take courses in teaching and learning in high schools, discipline and inter­discipline specific methods, and multilingual/multicultural educa­tion.  Coursework is taught by a team of instructors, with class sessions and assignments geared to the particular needs of high school teachers and learners.  The teaching team consists of faculty from both the Colleges of Education and Arts and Sciences assisted by educators from North County high schools who share expertise and experi­ences and model exemplary practices  for high schools.

North County high schools serve as sites for field experiences. Supervision of the student teachers is a shared responsibility of a University faculty advisor and an on-site supervisor (a full-time teacher at the high school level).  Two different opportunities con­stitute the field experience — one at the ninth/tenth grade level, and one at the eleventh/twelve-grade level.  Within these experiences, there will be opportunities to prac­tice-teach a variety of subjects to diverse student populations with varying ability levels.  In addition, student teachers will be encou­raged to participate in school faculty activities outside of the classroom in order to gain both experience and expertise in the organization and decision making characteristic of the high school culture.

In order to better serve the needs of students from diverse language and cultural backgrounds often encountered in classrooms, the California CLAD require­ments are met through the infusion of content and experience – not only through the specific courses, but also during the student teaching experience.

Admission Requirements

All admission requirements are the same as for the Multiple Subject Credential Program with the following exception of requirement #3:

Subject Matter Preparation Students may satisfy Subject Matter Preparation in two ways: 

  1. Complete a California state-approved subject matter preparation program, or
     
  2. Students who have not completed a state-approved subject matter prepa­ration program must pass the appropriate Praxis II Specialty Area/Subject Assessment Constructed Response Examina­tion and SSAT Multiple Choice

Please contact the College of Arts and Sciences Advising Coordi­nator for information regarding approved Cal State San Marcos subject matter preparation programs. 

Cal State San Marcos will also accept students who have completed a state-approved subject matter preparation program from other colleges or universities.  Examination* prior to admission to the Single Subject Credential Program.

It is strongly recommended that prospective students have a second area of strength in an additional subject area such as a supple­mentary authorization (teaching minor).  Please contact the College of Educa­tion’s Student Services Center for a list of subjects and an evaluation.

Students in the Single Subject Credential Program are exempt from taking the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA).

Level II Preparation is required for all initial Level I credential holders.  Please refer to page 203.

Course Sequence

Full-Time

First Semester
Units
EDSS 5205
EDSS 5303
EDSS 5504
EDSS 5605
Total17

Second Semester
Units
EDSS 5311
EDSS 5415
EDSS 5553
EDSS 5617
Total 16

Program Total 33

Part-time - Begins Summer Only

First Summer Session*
EDSS 5303
EDSS 521A3
Total 6

Fall Semester^
EDSS 5504
EDUC 521B2
Total6

Spring Semester^
EDSS 5415
EDSS 5553
EDSS 5311
EDSS 5617
Total 16

Second Summer Session*
EDSS 5615
Total5

Program Total33