Brandman University | Credential (Multiple Subjects/2042)
Students of Brandman University's 2042 Multiple Subject Credential program have the opportunity to develop the instructional and developmental skills needed to teach various subjects at the elementary level. Read on to find more information about this credential program.
Official Program Name:
2042 Multiple Subject Credential
School Offering Program:
Brandman University
Program Prerequisites:
Prior to enrollment in Brandman University's 2042 Multiple Subject Credential program, students should have earned a passing score on the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) or Multiple Subject California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET), and they might have already earned a bachelor's degree in education. All candidates must be fingerprinted and receive a certificate of clearance. They also need to submit a negative tuberculosis test, and they must be CPR certified prior to student teaching. Admission requirements for Brandman University graduate programs can vary by program.
Program Description:
Brandman University's 2042 Multiple Subject Credential program is designed to provide current or aspiring teachers with the opportunities to develop teaching skills needed to instruct in a variety of content areas. Students will have the chance to learn instructional strategies based on Common Core standards in areas of math, language arts, science, history, social science, and visual arts. Courses are also designed to help students build classroom management and collaborative skills. A two-part directed teaching experience allows each student to work with a master teacher in an actual elementary school classroom.
Learning Format:
Online and on campus
Financial Aid:
Qualifying students can receive federal financial aid in the forms of loans, scholarships, and grants. Contact Brandman University to learn more about your financial aid options.
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Required Courses for a 2042 Multiple Subject Credential:
Degree program and course requirements are subject to change. Contact Brandman University to confirm the most accurate information before enrolling in a program.
Introductory Block (9 credits)
- EDUU 510: Introduction to Teaching
- EDUU 511: Collaboration for Inclusive Schooling
- EDUU 512: The Art and Craft of Teaching
Content Area Block (15 credits)
- EDMU 520: Literacy and Language in K-8 Classrooms I
- EDMU 521: Literacy and Language in K-8 Classrooms II
- EDMU 523: History, Social Science and Visual/Performing Arts in K-8 Classrooms
- EDMU 524: Teaching and Learning Math in K-8 Classrooms
- EDMU 525: Teaching and Learning Science in K-8 Classrooms
Clinical Practice (10 credits)
- EDMU 582: Directed Teaching I and EDUU 544 Student Teaching Seminar I
- EDMU 583: Directed Teaching II and EDMU 545 Student Teaching Seminar II
Post-Graduation Opportunities:
Furthering Your Education:
Students may choose to apply to a master's degree program to further develop relevant knowledge and skills or to focus on a specialized educational field. While the 2042 Multiple Subject Credential could be pursued as a stand-alone program, students may also choose to complete the credentialing program in conjunction with Brandman University's Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT). Other master's degrees that could be pursued after completing the credential program include the following:
- Master of Arts in Education
- Master of Arts in Special Education
- Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and Administration
Career Paths:
Graduates of Brandman University's 2042 Multiple Subject Credential program could seek to expand their responsibilities in their current positions, if applicable, or seek employment in public or private elementary schools. Those students who are not already licensed teachers would need to obtain licensure prior to pursuing employment in this field.
