Single Subject Teaching Credential

The single subject preliminary credential program prepares candidates to teach in middle or high schools (Grades 7-12). The subject areas we offer for 7-12 (math, sciences, social science, English, languages) and those that are K-12. Candidates are prepared to teach a particular subject area.

FPU's credential programs are accredited by the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing (CCTC www.ctc.ca.gov) and recognized by private schools, as well.

Program Highlights

• Emphasis on application of theory to practice
• Student teaching cohort model with placement in partnering school districts
• Collaborative learning community
• Quality mentorship
• High rate of employment
• Internship pathway for candidates hired to teach full-time in subject area
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Catalog

Program Director: Single Subject Credential, Robin Perry, Ed.D.

Overview

The Single Subject Credential program prepares candidates for a preliminary teaching credential and provides foundational courses for a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT). Only Fresno Pacific credential program completers are eligible to continue in the capstone courses of the MAT to complete their degree. MAT students must be employed as a credentialed teacher and return to the capstone courses within three years of credential program completion.  

Admissions Requirements for Credential

• Online application and fee
• Two current reference forms
• Interview with program director
• All other official transcripts from colleges/universities attended
• Verification of current negative TB test (last 12 months)
• CTC Certificate of Clearance

Basic Skills and Subject Matter Competency Requirements

• Verification of Basic Skills by degree
• Verification of Subject Matter Competency by degree, course work, or passing CSET

Admissions Process and Requirements

Admission to the Fresno Pacific University Master of Arts in Special Education program is based on a review of each applicant's academic achievements and work experience by the admission committee.

Application Process

To be considered for admission to the M.A. in Teaching program, please submit the following items:

• Completed Application for Admission and $45 non-refundable application fee.
  • Fpu.edu/applygrad
• Official college/university transcript(s) verifying receipt of a bachelor's degree.
  • Only credential program courses with a grade of B or better count for the M.A. in Teaching program.
  • If you are currently finishing up your degree, please submit current transcript.
  • A final transcript will need to be submitted before you may enroll in classes.
  • Transcripts can be sent electronically by your institution to trans.evaluator@fresno.edu or via mail in an enveloped sealed by your institution to:

Fresno Pacific University

Office of the Registrar

1717 S. Chestnut Ave

Fresno, CA 93702

• Signed verification of Employment Form.
• Applicants must complete the multiple subject or single subject credential program at Fresno Pacific University no more than five years prior to enrolling. This program is only for students who have obtained their credential at FPU.

Notification of acceptance will be sent as soon as all necessary documents are on file and have been reviewed by the admissions committee.

Please view other admission policies and information in the Admissions Policies and Requirements section of the catalog.

View our State Professional Licensing and Certificate Disclosure at fpu.edu/about/disclosure-documents.

Accreditation

FPU's credentials are accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC). The CTC website provides extensive guidelines pertaining to becoming a teacher in California (ctc.ca.gov).

Credential Program Student Learning Outcomes

Developed by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC), The Teacher Performance Expectations (TPEs) are aligned with the California Standards for the Teaching Profession (CSTP).

1.  Engaging and Supporting All Students in Learning
2.  Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning
3.  Understanding and Organizing Subject Matter for Student Learning
4.  Planning Instruction and Designing Learning Experiences for All Students
5.  Assessing Student Learning
6.  Developing as a Professional Educator
7. Effective Literacy Instruction for All Students

MAT Post-Credential Program Student Learning Outcomes

Students within the Teacher Education Program at Fresno Pacific University who complete a preliminary teaching credential and master's degree in teaching understand teaching to be a calling to redemptive service via the following:

1. Candidates inquire into teaching practice and student learning to reflect on problems of practice and implement conclusions to improve teaching and learning.
2. Candidates critically reflect on how their biases, assumptions, and ideologies influence their professional practice and act to mitigate these influences in interactions with students, families, and communities.
3. Candidates use knowledge of education, economic, and social contexts to engage in collaboration and advocacy for all students.
4. Candidates promote student learning by creating positive and inclusive classroom environments and interact effectively with families and others in the school community.

Program Pacing Options

The MAT/Single Subject credential program offers students opportunities to start the preliminary credential phase of the MAT program in the summer, fall or spring terms.

Field experience pathways include student teaching and independent teaching/intern options. Length of program is dependent upon field experience pathway, ranging from 3 to 6 semesters.

MAT Post-Credential Pacing

Coursework for the post-credential phase of the MAT begins only in fall. 

Fall	Spring	Summer
EDUC 701:  Issues in Teaching:  Investigations of Problems of Practice Session 1: First 8 weeks EDUC 703:  Curriculum Study:  Theory Analysis and Practice Session 2: Second 8 weeks	EDUC 704:  Qualitative Research Methods:  Action Research Session 1: First 8 weeks EDUC 705:  MAT Research Project (IP) Session 2: Second 8 weeks	EDUC 705:  MAT Research Project (IP) Complete project write-up by July 1 for August degree granting

Locations Offered

Main Campus Fresno, Merced, Visalia

Co-Requisites

These courses are additional requirements of the state of California for single subject candidates who have not completed comparable coursework in their baccalaureate studies:

• EDUC 698 - Positive Adolescent Development Credits 2
• Political Science course equivalent

Required Courses (34 Units)

• EDUC 604 - Foundations of Education Credits 4 *
• EDUC 605 - Teaching the Exceptional Learner Credits 3 *
• EDUC 644 - Teaching with Technology Credits 2
• EDUC 692 - Foundations of Language and Literacy Credits 3 *
• EDUC 693 - Reading/Writing in Secondary Classrooms Credits 3 *
• EDUC 694 - Curriculum Perspectives and Design: Single Subject Credits 3 *
• EDUC 695 - Curriculum Design and Implementation: Single Subject Credits 3 *
• EDUC 638 - Health Education for Teachers Credits 2

Select one of the following

Specific pedagogy courses aligned with the credential subject matter area of the candidate:

• EDUC 696AR - Single Subject Methods: Art Credits 3
• EDUC 696EN - Single Subject Methods: English Credits 3
• EDUC 696LO - Single Subject Methods: Language Other Than English Credits 3
• EDUC 696MA - Single Subject Methods: Mathematics Credits 3
• EDUC 696MU - Single Subject Methods: Music Credits 3
• EDUC 696PE - Single Subject Methods: Physical Education Credits 3
• EDUC 696SC - Single Subject Methods: Science Credits 3
• EDUC 696SS - Single Subject Methods: Social Studies Credits 3

Choose One of the Following Tracks:

Student Teaching Track

• EDUC 619 - Directed Initial Student Teaching: Single Subject Credits 2
• EDUC 639 - Directed Final Student Teaching: Single Subject Credits 6 *

Independent Teaching Track

• EDUC 662 - Independent Teaching Practicum Credits 3
• EDUC 664A - Independent Teaching I Credits 3
• EDUC 664B - Independent Teaching II Credits 3
• EDUC 649C - Independent Teaching III: Single Subject Credits 6 *

MAT Post-Credential Courses

• EDUC 701 - Issues in Teaching: Investigations of Problems of Practice Credits 3
• EDUC 703 - Literature Review Credits 3
• EDUC 704 - Research Methods: Action Research Credits 3
• EDUC 705 - MAT Research Project Credits 3

• *MAT required courses. A student must earn a grade of B- or better in any of these courses for them to be counted toward the MAT. Courses with grades lower than B- must be replaced or repeated.

Possibilities Await
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Ready to take the next step?

To be considered for admission for the Single Subject Teaching Credential program, please submit the following items:

• Completed Application for Admission and $45 non-refundable application fee.
• Official college/university transcript(s) verifying receipt of a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution and any post-baccalaureate work.
  • If you are currently finishing up your degree, please submit current transcript.
    • A final transcript will need to be submitted before you may enroll in classes.

  • Transcripts can be sent electronically by your institution to trans.evaluator@fresno.edu or via mail in an envelope sealed by your institution to:

    Fresno Pacific University
    Office of the Registrar
    1717 S. Chestnut Ave.
    Fresno, CA 93702

• If your cumulative GPA for your bachelor’s degree is below a 3.0 (4.0 scale), a letter of explanation is required.
• Reference Forms – Two references are required for the Single Subject Teaching Credential program.
• Verification of Subject Matter Competency – May be established by a bachelor’s degree, coursework or passing the California Subject Examination for Teachers (CSET).
• Certificate of Clearance
• Verification of current negative TB test (within 12 months)

View our State Professional Licensing and Certificate Disclosure at here.

Office of Graduate Studies

Phone: 559-453-3690

Email: Graduate.Studies@fresno.edu

Cost & Financial Aid

Student Financial Services

Phone: 559-453-2041

Fax: 559-453-5595

Cashier: 559-453-5586

Toll free: 866-321-7502

FAFSA code: 001253

Email: sfs@fresno.edu

Tuition & Fees

Career Opportunities

Upon completion of the program requirements, candidates are recommended for a Preliminary Single Subject Teaching Credential allowing them to seek subject area teaching positions in middle and high schools

Career Development Center

Phone: 559-453-2073

Email: career.services@fresno.edu

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