Teacher Education

The Department of Teacher Education (TED) offers a teacher preparation (credential) program for those desiring to become elementary teachers (K-8), course work for those preparing to be secondary (high school) teachers or special education teachers, and graduate level course work leading to master's degrees, advanced credentials, and certificates.

Program Areas:

NameProgram Type
Art Teaching Credential ProgramInitial Single Subject Credential
Curriculum and InstructionMaster's Degree
Dual Language DevelopmentMaster's Degree
Early Childhood EducationMaster's Degree
Multiple Subject Credential Program (MSCP)Initial Credential
Reading and Literacy Added AuthorizationCertificate

The credential programs are authorized by the California Commission for Teacher Credentialing (CCTC). Details on program offerings and many other topics can also be found in the CSULB Catalog.