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Single Subject Credential
About the Program
The Single Subject Teaching Credential is a 1-year program starting in the Fall, which prepares effective teachers for classrooms and includes a foundation in social justice and equity in all activities, tasks and learning. Subject areas include Art, Health Science, Biology, Home Economics, Chemistry, Mathematics, English/Language Arts, Dance, Theatre, Music, French, Physical Education, Geoscience, Physics, General Science, Social Science History, German, Spanish, ASL
Career Options
With a Single Subject Teaching Credential, you can explore various employment opportunities, including roles such as Middle School Teacher, High School Teacher, Private School Teacher, Education-related business owner, Education Consultant, Curriculum Development Specialist. This credential opens doors to diverse educational settings, allowing you to shape young minds and contribute to curriculum development in meaningful ways.
Pathway Options
The Single Subject Credential is only offered as a 1-year pathway. There is an option to add a Career Pathways Certificate. Click HERE to learn more about the Career Pathways Certificate
Sample Schedule
Fact Sheet
| Credentialing Areas | ||
|---|---|---|
| Art | Dance | English |
| Health Science | Home Economics | Foundational Level Mathematics |
| Mathematics | Music | Physical Education |
| Foundational Level General Science | Science: Life Sciences (Biology) | Science: Chemistry |
| Science: Chemistry | Science: Physics | Social Science |
| Theatre | World Language- American Sign Language (ASL) | World Language - French |
| World Language - German | World Language – Spanish | |
Ready to Apply?
To apply to one of our programs, follow the Application Instructions for the specific program that interests you. Applications will open October 1. Please review the Application Instructions for the final deadline.
Learn more about pre-requisites for the credential programs, resources for completing application/program requirements, and see who to contact for help with your application:
Advising & Resources
Credential Program Information Sessions
Advising
Schedule an Advising Appointment online!
Not a Sac State Student? Email us to get an advising appointment booked!
Email: coe-cred@csus.edu
Support for BIPOC & Bilingual Candidates
The Educational Equity Program is dedicated to fostering equity and inclusion in education. We invite you to visit the Ed Equity page to see how the Educational Equity Office promotes educational equity and can help you. There, you'll find valuable resources, programs, and information. Together, let's create a more equitable and inclusive educational landscape!
Dr. Figueroa-Ramirez
Eureka Hall 437 | Located in the Student Success Center
Office Hours: M-F 8:00 am-12:00 pm and 1:00 pm- 5:00 pm
Request an advising appointment
We need Bilingual Teachers!
In California, over 2.3 million TK-12 students come from households where languages other than English are spoken. Unfortunately, a shortage of qualified bilingual teachers in the state means that these students often miss out on a quality bilingual education. To bridge this gap, addressing the need for bilingual educators is crucial. Here at Sacramento State, we offer a Bilingual Authorization in the following languages:
- Spanish
- Hmong
For more information, visit the Bilingual Authorization website and contact the Bilingual Authorization Coordinator, Dr. Leslie Banes l.banes@csus.edu
Financial Support for your Credential
Please visit our Financial Support Opportunities page for additional information. We understand that financing your education is an important consideration, and we are committed to assisting you in finding financial support. We believe that finances should not be a barrier to your passion for becoming an educator, and we encourage you to utilize these resources to help fund your teaching credential.
Complete your FAFSA. Teacher credentialing candidates should indicate they are 5th year undergraduate students on their FAFSA.
Contact Us
- Department Chair: Dr. Brian Lim
- Program Coordinator: Dr. Sarah Ives
- Field Coordinator: Dr. Pete Benitti
- Billingual Authorization Coordinator: Dr. Leslie Banes
- For advising, please contact coe-cred@csus.edu