Thank you for your interest in the Single Subject Credential Program at San Jose State University. Because you are visiting this website, you are already considering a career in teaching. Teaching is not only one of the most rewarding professions you can select but also one of the most challenging. If you care about and appreciate adolescents, are patient, flexible and hard working, and are well-prepared in your subject area we encourage you to pursue a single subject teaching credential. California school children need you!
The Single Subject Credential program is a community of professors and students that makes major contributions to public and private education in northern California and beyond. As a member of the Connie L. Lurie College of Education, we are dedicated to the theme of equity and excellence. It is our goal to prepare educators who can function effectively and sensitively in the multicultural, multilingual, and technologically complex environment of California 's secondary schools. The Single Subject Credential Program strives to provide opportunities for candidates to address and attain the following Student Learning Outcomes:
Individuals admitted to the Single Subject Credential Program bring with them many and varied life experiences which contribute to a rich learning environment. It is our hope that candidates admitted to our program will be active learners while in the program and seize every opportunity to develop the professional knowledge, skills and approaches exhibited by successful teachers.
Please navigate the website. You will find all of the information you need to apply to the credential program. You are encouraged to contact the Secondary Education Office directly if you have any specific questions. We look forward to meeting you soon.
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