At CSUSB, we understand that every aspiring teacher has a unique journey. For our Single Subject Teaching Credential, we offer three distinct program tracks.
Choosing Your Path to Becoming a Single Subject Teacher
At CSUSB, we understand that every aspiring teacher has a unique journey. That's why we offer three distinct program tracks for our Single Subject Teaching Credential, each designed to accommodate different needs and preferences:
The full-time route to getting your teaching credential is like the fast track! It's like this:
- You're a full-time student: This means you'll be taking a lot of classes each semester. Think of it like a regular school schedule.
- It takes about a year and a half: You'll be done with all your classes and student teaching in three semesters (fall, spring, fall).
- It's intense but efficient: Because you're taking a lot of classes, you'll be learning a lot in a short amount of time.
Think of it like this:
Imagine you're on a train. The full-time route is the express train that gets you to your destination quickly. You'll be busy while you're on the train, but you'll get there faster!
Is it right for you?
The full-time route is great if you can focus all your energy on your studies and want to become a teacher as soon as possible. But, it can be challenging to work or have other big commitments while on the full-time route.
The part-time route to getting your teaching credential is like taking the scenic route! It's like this:
- You're a part-time student: This means you'll take fewer classes each semester, so you'll have more time for other things.
- It takes longer, but you have more flexibility: You can take two years or even longer to finish all your classes and student teaching. This is helpful if you need to work or have other commitments.
- You still learn everything you need: Even though it takes longer, you'll still get all the same training and experience as full-time students.
Think of it like this:
Imagine you're taking a road trip. The part-time route is like taking the back roads with beautiful scenery. You'll get to your destination eventually, but you can enjoy the journey at a slower pace.
Is it right for you?
The part-time route is great if you need more flexibility in your schedule or want to balance your studies with other responsibilities. Just keep in mind that it might take a bit longer to reach your goal of becoming a teacher.
The Intern Track is like jumping right into the teacher's seat! Here's the deal:
- You're a real teacher, learning on the job: You'll be hired by a school and teach in a classroom while you work towards your credential. It's like hands-on training from day one!
- You get paid while you learn: Since you're working as a teacher, you'll earn a salary while completing your credential program.
- It's a bit like a combination of working and studying: You'll have to balance your teaching responsibilities with coursework and studying.
- You need to find a job first: To take this route, you'll need to be hired by a school district that partners with CSUSB's credential program.
Think of it like this:
Imagine you're learning to bake. The Intern Track is like working in a real bakery while taking baking classes. You'll be baking real cakes for customers while learning the tricks of the trade from experienced bakers!
Is it right for you?
The Intern Track is a great option if you:
- Want to start teaching and earning a salary right away.
- Are comfortable taking on a lot of responsibility.
- Are good at balancing work and studying.
Keep in mind that this route can be demanding since you'll be juggling a full-time teaching job with your studies.