Multiple Subject Credential (Online)
CBU's online graduate credential prepare compassionate, ethical educators compelled to improve the learning opportunities and lives of children and young people from diverse experiences and backgrounds.
Program Intro
CBU is now offering its Multiple Subject Credential online, so you can complete your coursework anywhere in California.
Graduates will have the skills and techniques to develop and adapt instruction methods and strategies, identify and resolve instructional challenges, collaborate with families and professionals, and enhance access to learning for all students in their care.
For all graduate credential programs, coursework culminates in a semester of full-time student teaching, or student teaching/internship, completed in local public schools, which must be in the state of California.
Based on current academic year. Subject to change.
Why Earn Your Multiple Subject Credential at CBU?
Become qualified to teach in California
This program is for California credentials ONLY. Students will complete the requirements for a California teaching credential, and their fieldwork and student-teaching must be completed in California, as well. Designed to meet compliance with California state legislation, courses cover interdisciplinary topics including teaching English language learners, clinical reading instruction and integrating technology.
Put theory into practice
Students will be required to complete 50 hours of in-person school-based fieldwork as well as traditional student-teaching for a full semester in a classroom. CBU works with students to find a school in their region, though it must be in the state of California. The required student-teaching component provides valuable hands-on experience which allows students to develop their skills as working teachers. Many of these teaching and internship experiences turn into employment opportunities.
Become an ethical educator
The program prepares professionals of high moral character and ethical behavior who are called to service as committed, compassionate teachers around the world. CBU's credential programs are enriched with values-based content built on the Christian principle that honors every individual's right to learn.
Learn from dedicated faculty
Candidates benefit from the individual attention and support of the outstanding faculty at the Bonnie G. Metcalf School of Education. Instructors include veteran educators with in-depth experience teaching in a variety of educational settings worldwide. The Metcalf faculty are deeply committed to building the next generation of exceptional, ethical and compassionate professionals.
Earn both a master's and a credential
Candidates have the option to concurrently pursue a master of science degree with a diverse range of specializations. Reflecting some of the most dynamic and in-demand areas of education, specializations offer candidates the opportunity to excel their proficiency and increase their value as educators and leaders.
Learn Flexibly Online, On Your Schedule
- Accelerated, asynchronous courses offered 100% online
What You'll Learn
- Candidates incorporate a professional view concerning teaching and learning that is compatible with a Christian worldview or perspective.
- Candidates will design instructional practices that serve individual and groups of students by engaging in purposeful inquiry that promotes optimized learning opportunities and outcomes.
- Candidates will prioritize personal and societal values as they relate to K-12 curriculum so they can facilitate productive change and optimize school outcomes that serve culturally diverse students.
- Candidates will create effective learning environments and deliver meaningful learning experiences which have an emphasis on developing a deep understanding of content knowledge.
- Candidates will verify student progress by designing, implementing, and using multiple means of assessment to create data-driven instruction.
- Candidates will demonstrate the ability to select and integrate appropriate technologies into instructional practices in a manner that optimizes student learning.
- Candidates will formulate a vocational perspective that strategically engages in professional leadership as is marked by thoughts and actions that value the inherent dignity of others.
Program Details
EDU 505: Elementary Curriculum and Instruction: Math and Science
This course prepares future teachers to meet the California State requirements for the Multiple Subject Credential in math and science and to equip diverse students with knowledge and methodologies necessary for the successful integration and teaching of these subjects.
EDU 518: Classroom Management and Ethics
This course explores the context and best practices of teacher ethics and classroom management.
EDU 541: The Exceptional Child
This course will equip candidates with the strategies and practices for supporting and assessing the needs of children with various disabilities.
1. Can I apply any of the credential coursework to a master's degree?
Yes. Credential coursework completed at the graduate level is degree applicable. Graduate
credential and education courses can be applied to a Master of Science in Education.
2. Can I work full time while enrolled in the program?
Yes. Many students completing a credential or master's degree work while going to
school. The program offers online classes to accommodate the schedules of busy professionals.
Please note, however, all teaching credential programs require students to complete
a semester of full-time student teaching.
3. Can I transfer previous coursework completed at other colleges or universities
to CBU's credential programs?
Some courses may be transferable, up to 9 units. You may submit transcripts and course
descriptions, and syllabi for courses you want to transfer. Your submission will be
evaluated for transferability.
Stacy Meyer, Ed.D
Assistant Professor of Education
Associate Dean of Administration, School of Education
Office Phone: 951-552-8022
E-mail: smeyer@calbaptist.edu
Office Location: Yeager B232
Keith Walters, Ed.D.
Associate Dean for Educational Effectiveness, School of Education
Professor of Education
Office Phone: 951-343-4542
E-mail: kwalters@calbaptist.edu
Office Location: YCTR B232
The Dr. Bonnie G. Metcalf School of Education credentialing programs are approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for 2042 Multiple Subject, with internship options. CBU is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
As you make decisions about graduate school, keep in mind the full social, spiritual and educational experience awaiting you at CBU. Here, you will be supported by professors, staff and fellow students who will help you discover your strengths and challenge you to do more than you ever thought you could. Let us equip you with the education, training and opportunities you'll need to start making a unique difference doing what you love.
| Application Deadlines | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Priority | May 15 | November 1 |
| Standard | August 1 | December 1 |
Career Possibilities
Graduates of CBU's credential program can apply their field of study to a variety of education careers. Some careers listed below may require further education.
- Elementary School Teacher
- Middle School Teacher
- High School Teacher
- Special Education Teacher
- Faith-Based Educator
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Next Steps
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