Single Subject Teacher Credential Program
If you have not already done so, please attend a program overview to learn about the program structure and application requirements.
Welcome to CSU Fullerton's Single Subject teacher credential program! School districts all over California and throughout the southwest and west coast recognize the quality of our teacher preparation program. Click here
for a map showing where some of our recent program completers are teaching.
The Department of Secondary Education offers Teacher Preparation In THESE SUBJECTs:
| Subject | Advisor | Office | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art | Ms. Mary Anna Pomonis | mpomonis@fullerton.edu |
VA-D-281 |
| English | Dr. Kira LeeKeenan | kleekeenan@fullerton.edu | CP 600 |
| Foundational Level Math (middle school) | Dr. Mallika Scott | mhscott@fullerton.edu | EC 350 |
| Mathematics (high school) | Dr. Cherie Ichinose | cichinose@fullerton.edu | MH 390D |
| Music | Dr. Gregory Whitmore | gwhitmore@fullerton.edu | CPAC 227C |
| Physical Education | Dr. Debra Patterson | dpatterson@fullerton.edu | KHS 231 |
| Science (Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Foundational Level General Science, Physics) | Dr. Antoinette Linton | alinton@fullerton.edu | CP 600 |
| Social Studies/History | Dr. William Toledo | wtoledo@fullerton.edu | CP 600 |
| Theatre (anticipated Fall 2025) | Dr. Amanda Rose Villareal | amvillarreal@fullerton.edu | CPAC-248 |
| World Languages & English Language Development (ELD) | Dr. Fernando Rodriguez-Valls | frodriguez-valls@fullerton.edu | CP 600 |
We also offer the following programs for those who meet the criteria:
- Single Subject Intern - The Intern Program is designed for teacher candidates who wish to complete credential requirements while concurrently teaching in a secondary education position in a public school setting. This is only supported for 2nd semester candidates at CSU Fullerton.
- Bilingual Authorization - There is a great need for bilingual teachers who can communicate with students and parents in their native language. The Bilingual Authorization (BiAu) Program within the College of Education at CSUF prepares teacher candidates to teach in K-12 Spanish, Korean, Mandarin, Filipino, Hmong, and/or Vietnamese bilingual and dual immersion classrooms. For more information, please contact our Bilingual Authorization Coordinator, Dr. Fernando Rodriguez-Valls at frodriguez-valls@fullerton.edu .
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Teacher Induction Program
- If you are newly credentialed and need to "clear" your credential through a state-approved induction program, we offer a 100% online option.
For more information about our teacher credential options, contact the Admissions and Academic Advisor, Andrea Herrera, at edscadmissions@fullerton.edu.
NOTICE TO STUDENTS re: PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION
California State University programs for professions that require licensure or certification are intended to prepare the student to meet California licensure and certification requirements. Admission into programs for professions that require licensure and certification does not guarantee that students will obtain a license or certificate. Licensure and certification requirements are set by agencies that are not controlled by or affiliated with the California State University and licensure and certification requirements can change at any time.
The California State University has not determined whether its programs meet other states’ educational or professional requirements for licensure and certification. Students enrolled in a California State University program who are planning to pursue licensure or certification in other states are responsible for determining whether they will meet their state’s requirements for licensure or certification. This disclosure is made pursuant to 34 CFR §668.43(a)(5)(v)(C).
