Single Subject Credential
Simpson University School of Education offers a traditional student-teaching or intern pathway to licensure. A single subject credential authorizes the holder to teach specific subject matter in grades 7-12.
Current Single subject credential holders may add an additional single subject credential by:
- Passing the appropriate CSET subject-matter tests
- Completing a 3 credit course in curriculum and instruction in that subject area
Student Teaching Pathway:
- Two semesters of coursework
- Student-teaching for 16 weeks (1 semester)
- Pass RICA and subject matter (CSETs) if applicable
- Apply for credential
Required Courses
*Psychological Applications in Education (3)
Technology for Teaching and Learning (3)
*Multicultural Instruction for Secondary (3)
*Language Arts for Secondary (4)
*Curriculum & Instruction for Secondary (4)
Philosophical Foundations in Education (3)
Student Teaching A (5)
Student Teaching B (5)
Special Education (1)
Teacher Education Development (.5)
Induction Preparation (.5)
*Requires Observation Hours
Intern Pathway:
- One semester of pre-service coursework
- Intern for one full school year (two semesteres)
- Pass RICA and subject matter (CSETs) if applicable
- Apply for credential
Required Courses
*Psychological Applications in Education (3)
Technology for Teaching and Learning (3)
*Multicultural Instruction for Secondary (3)
*Language Arts for Secondary (4)
*Curriculum & Instruction for Secondary (4)
Philosophical Foundations in Education (3)
Intern Practicum 1A (4)
Intern Practicum 1B (4)
Intern Development (3)
Special Education (1)
Teacher Education Development (.5)
Advanced Teacher Education Development (1)
Induction Preparation (.5)
*Requires Observation Hours
