Single Subject Program Information

The Single Subject Program focuses on developing teachers who:

• embrace core democratic values and strive to live and teach by them,
• know the content of the curriculum, including state-adopted standards, and be able to teach it to a diverse population of students,
• design learning experiences based on an understanding of students' physical, intellectual, emotional, social, cultural, and linguistic needs,
• utilize assessments to monitor student progress and modify instruction,
• create and maintain a democratic learning environment that supports all students’ academic and personal success,
• develop as a reflective practitioner who exercises legal and ethical responsibility and engages in continuous professional renewal, and
• understand the role of teachers as moral stewards of the school and community.

This program leads to a Preliminary Single Subject Credential. Candidates may begin in fall, spring, or summer and choose from day, evening, and weekend courses to fit individual schedules. Candidates participate in supervised teaching practica in both rural and suburban schools throughout northeastern California.

All candidates follow the Block System for course sequencing. Assigned faculty advisers assist candidates with program planning.

It is possible to earn a Multiple Subject credential while in the Single Subject Program or after completion.

Program Infomation

Program Requirements

Block System

Frequently Asked Questions

Application Checklist

Department of Education application

Intern Information