MSTI support services include:
- Help getting one-on-one advising and support
- Opportunities to be involved in early field experiences in teaching (i.e., tutoring, field trip facilitating, school site activities, etc.)
- Professional development opportunities may be available (i.e., research, conference attendance, etc.) in conjunction with our Noyce Scholar Program and student clubs
- **Financial support for CSET exams
- Preparation resources for math and science CSETs
- Financial Aid information for teacher candidates (Financial Aid Office)
- TEACH Grant information
- California Basic Skills Test (CBEST) and California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET) support, and CTC additional credential application fee**
- CBEST & CSET preparation resources/materials
- ** Reimbursement for Foundational-Level Mathematics (FLM) and Foundational-Level Science (FLGS) CSET exams
- ** Reimbursement for adding a second credentials, both Foundational-Level and Single Subject
** Disclaimer: A limited amount of funding is available for FLM/FLGS CSET exam fees each academic year. The awards are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis to teacher candidates pursuing a Single Subject Credential in math or science. Requests for reimbursement are subject to review and approval by the Chico State Math and Science Teacher Initiative program.
For CBEST and CSET information, registration and practice exams, visit the California Educator Credentialing Examinations website
For inquiries, contact MSTI Director, Dr. Jennifer Oloff-Lewis at joloff-lewis@csuchico.edu.