Secondary Education

Welcome to the Single Subject Credential Program!

"It is a beautiful thing when a career and a passion come together." –unknown

We are so glad you are here! We, as the SSCP Faculty, care deeply about preparing competent and caring professionals for the field of education. While teaching has its challenges, teaching also has lifelong rewards and we are excited that you are considering a future that enables you to educate today's youth!

In our program, we will provide you with the support you need to impact a generation of students. You will find that our program pairs research and practice to position you to be a teacher of impact from day one! This program is classified as an online program, indicating that all coursework, except for fieldwork, can be completed in online formats, either synchronously or asynchronously. To learn more about the structure of our program and the required coursework, please access the links below for pre-admission information sessions and advising information.

We look forward to being a part of your journey!
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Credential Program Application

Spring 2026 Application Period

August 20 - September 30, 2025

Online Application - CalStateApply

For application assistance and forms, please contact Credential Services.

Program Information

Resources:

Clinical Practice for the Single Subject Credential Program (SSCP) is a full year (2 semester) commitment, regardless of pathway (student teacher, intern, or resident). A Placement Application is required for all credential candidates regardless of program or pathway. Clearance by the Office of Field Services is necessary to proceed with placement whether candidates are employed, non-employed, or potentially employed. Visit the Clinical Practice webpage for more information.

The Placement Application is separate from the Graduate School/Credential Program application.

Forms

Guidelines, Structure, and Expectations

1st Semester

2nd Semester

Second Semester Clinical Practice

Submission of Clinical Practice Paperwork for Final Evaluation

At the end of the clinical practice placement for each semester, SSCP University Supervisors are responsible for submitting all documentation to cohort instructors.

Clinical Practice Webpage

Submit a Credential Application for Online Recommendation to credentials@csustan.edu. Please DO NOT mail application directly to CCTC. Credential Services will check documents, verify eligibility, and recommend for the credential. Learn more about the process by visiting Credentials website - Upon Completion of a Credential Program

If you are an admitted student to the Single Subject Credential Program and seeking program advising, please meet with your designated alpha advisor below. If you are not an admitted student and need pre-program advising, please meet with the program coordinator.