Authorizations that are Direct Applications to the CCTC: Adding a single subject credential or multiple subject credential to an existing single/multiple subject credential is called an “added authorization.” Added authorizations require subject matter competency and some coursework. They are direct applications to the CCTC.

Authorizations which Require Recommendation by Cal State Fullerton: Some credentials must be “recommended” by a university, and thus you must work with the Cal State Fullerton Credential Preparation Center to submit your application. If you are earning a single or multiple subject credential combined with an Education Specialist (special education) Credential, you will be required to apply through Cal State Fullerton.

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED: First, you must already have a valid Specific Subject Matter Authorization for a SB2042 Single Subject Credential from Cal State Fullerton (or have completed it prior to applying for a second authorization).

WHAT TO DO: To add a second content area authorization, you need to complete the following:

1. Verify Subject Matter Competency through one of the following options:
   1. Option 1: Specific Subject Matter Authorization
      1. Completion of an approved Subject Matter Preparation Program OR successful passage of the appropriate California Subject Examination for Teachers in that content area.
      2. No additional coursework is required.
   2. Option 2: Introductory Subject Matter Authorization (ISMA)
      1. Complete a 32-unit coursework for the ISMA in a content area.
         1. The Center for Careers in Teaching provides a suggested list of Cal State Fullerton courses that would be appropriate for ISMAs in Introductory English, Introductory Mathematics, and Introductory Science.
         2. The CCTC provides a list of ISMA areas and coursework.
      2. No additional coursework is required
2. Apply directly to the CTC for your credential.
   1. Added authorizations are direct applications to the CCTC and do not need analysis by the Credential Preparation Center. The students may pick up an application from the Credential Preparation Center or they can download an application from California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. The application can be submitted directly to CCTC.

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED: First, you must already have a valid SB2042 Multiple Subject Credential from Cal State Fullerton (or have completed it prior to applying for a second authorization).

WHAT TO DO: To add a single subject authorization to a Multiple Subject Credential, you need to complete the following:

1. Establish Subject Matter Competency and complete additional coursework through one of the following options:
   1. Option 1: Specific Subject Matter Authorization
      1. Verify Subject Matter Competency by completing an approved Subject Matter Preparation Program OR successfully pass the appropriate California Subject Examination for Teachers in that content area.
      2. Successfully complete a course in methods of teaching in a single subject classroom. There are several options for this course:
         1. Middle School Mathematics: EDSC 442M Methods of Teaching Foundational Level Mathematics
         2. Foreign Languages: FLED 442 Teaching Foreign Languages in the Secondary School
         3. All Other Content Areas: EDSC 400: Instructional Methods for Secondary Internship Candidates
      3. Complete coursework in Developing English language skills, including reading (if this was satisfied for the multiple subject, it does not need to be retaken for the single subject; otherwise EDSC 330 meets this requirement).
   2. Option 2: Introductory Subject Matter Authorization
      1. Complete a 32-unit coursework for the Introductory Subject Matter Authorization (ISMA) in a content area.
         1. The Center for Careers in Teaching provides a suggested list of Cal State Fullerton courses that would be appropriate for ISMAs in Introductory English, Introductory Mathematics, and Introductory Science.
         2. The CTC provides a list of ISMA areas and coursework.
      2. No additional coursework is required.
   3. Option 3: Degree major in a subject directly related to the subject to be listed on the credential.
2. Apply directly to the CCTC for your credential.
   1. Added authorizations are direct applications and do not need analysis by the Credential Preparation Center. The students may pick up an application from the Credential Preparation Center or they can download an application from California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. The application can be submitted directly to CCTC.

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED: First, you must already have a valid SB2042 Single Subject Credential from Cal State Fullerton (or have completed it prior to applying for a second authorization).

WHAT TO DO: To add a multiple subject authorization to your single subject credential, you need to complete the following:

1. Verify Subject Matter Competency by successfully passing the CSET Multiple Subjects Exam (see California Subject Examination for Teachers).
2. Successfully complete a 3-unit course in methods of teaching in a self-contained classroom, excluding the methods of teaching reading. Select one of the following CSUF courses:
   1. EDEL 531 Graduate Studies in Elementary Education: Integrated Language Arts
   2. EDEL 532 Graduate Studies in Elementary Education: Mathematics
   3. EDEL 533 Graduate Studies in Elementary Education: Science
   4. EDEL 534 Graduate Studies in Elementary Education: Social Studies
   5. EDEL 571 Graduate Studies in Elementary Education: Science Education Practicum
3. Successfully complete READ 508 Teaching Reading/Language Arts in Today’s Elementary Schools or pass the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA).
4. Apply directly to the CTC for your credential.
   1. Added authorizations are direct applications and do not need analysis by the Credential Preparation Center. The students may pick up an application from the Credential Preparation Center or they can download an application from California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. The application can be submitted direct to CCTC.

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED: First, you must be completing or have earned an Education Specialist Credential (Mild/Moderate Preliminary [Level I] or Moderate/Severe Preliminary [Level I]) at California State University, Fullerton.

WHAT TO DO: To earn a double Single Subject Credential and an Education Specialist Preliminary (Level I) Credential, you need to complete the following:

1. Verify Subject Matter Competency by completion of an approved Subject Matter Preparation Program OR successful passage of the appropriate California Subject Examination for Teachers in a content area offered at CSUF: English/Language Arts, Art, Business Education, Foreign Languages, Mathematics, Foundational Level Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, Science, or Social Studies.
2. Participate in an interview with the appropriate Subject Matter Program Coordinator; complete all required secondary education coursework and fieldwork; and successfully pass the Teaching Performance Assessment (see Form DCP-4: SPED to SS Double Credential Program: Single Subject Evaluation for coursework).
3. Bring documentation to the Credential Preparation Center for analysis and submission. A Credential Analyst will conduct a review of your materials via Form DCP–4 (MS Word Version) or Form DCP-4 (PDF Version): SPED to SS Double Credential Program: Single Subject Evaluation. If satisfactory, you will be recommended for a Single Subject Credential.

WHAT IT MEANS: These preliminary authorizations will allow you to teach courses in the content area of competency in secondary classrooms (grades 7-12) and also in special education classrooms.  

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED: First, you must already have a valid SB2042 Single Subject Credential from Cal State Fullerton.  

WHAT TO DO: To earn an Education Specialist Credential after you have earned a Single Subject Credential, you need to complete the following:

1. Complete required 30 units of special education coursework, including fieldwork (see Form DCP-3: SS to SPED Double Credential Program: Education Specialist Evaluation for coursework).
2. Bring documentation to the Credential Preparation Center for analysis and submission. A Credential Analyst will conduct a review of your materials via Form DCP-3: SS to SPED Double Credential Program: Education Specialist Evaluation (in MS Word Format) or Form DCP-3: SS to SPED Double Credential Program Education Specialist Evaluation (in PDF Format). If satisfactory, you will be recommended for a Education Specialist Credential.

WHAT IT MEANS: These preliminary authorizations will allow you to teach courses in self-contained classrooms (K-12) as well as special education classrooms. A self-contained classroom is a setting in which all content areas are taught.  

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED: First, you must have earned or be completing coursework towards an Education Specialist Education Credential (Mild/Moderate Preliminary [Level I] or Moderate/Severe Preliminary [Level I]) at California State University , Fullerton . See specific coursework requirements on the SPED/MS Double Credential Information.

WHAT TO DO: To earn a double multiple subject credential and special education credential, you need to complete the following:

1. Meet all requirements as outlined on the SPED to MS Double Credential Program Information sheet. (link to this in PDF and word)
2. Make application to the SPED/MS Double Credential Program (see the SPED to MS Double Credential Program Application ) (link to this in PDF and word)
3. Successfully complete all program requirements.
4. Bring documentation to the Credential Preparation Center for analysis and submission. A Credential Analyst will conduct a review of your materials via Form DCP-2: SPED to MS Double Credential Program: Multiple Subject Evaluation (in MS Word Format) or Form DCP-2: SPED to MS Double Credential Program: Multiple Subject Evaluation (in MS PDF Format). If satisfactory, you will be recommended for a Multiple Subject Credential.

WHAT IT MEANS: This authorization will allow you to teach in special education self-contained classrooms. A self-contained classroom is a setting in which all content areas are taught.  

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED: First, you must already have a valid SB2042 Multiple Subject Credential from Cal State Fullerton.

WHAT TO DO: To earn a Special Education Credential after you have earned a Multiple Subject Credential, you need to complete the following:

1. Complete the Special Education Credential Program.
2. Bring documentation to the Credential Preparation Center for analysis and submission.

3. Complete required 27 units of special education coursework, including fieldwork, as outlined in the table below.
4. Bring documentation to the Credential Preparation Center for analysis and submission. A Credential Analyst will conduct a review of your materials via Form DCP–1: MS to SPED Double Credential Program: Education Specialist Evaluation (in MS Word Format) or Form DCP–1: MS to SPED Double Credential Program: Education Specialist Evaluation (in PDF Format). If satisfactory, you will be recommended for a Preliminary (Level I) Education Specialist Credential.