The College of Social Sciences administers two undergraduate degree programs which prepare future teachers for entry into either elementary (multiple subjects) or secondary (single subject) teacher credential programs by satisfying the requirements of the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC).

• BA-Social Science, Preparation for Teaching (Multiple Subjects)
• BA-Social Science, Preparation for Teaching (Single Subject)
• BA-Environmental Studies, Preparation for Teaching (Multiple Subjects)
• BA-Communication Studies, Preparation for Teaching (Single Subject)

Students who already possess a bachelor's degree should contact the director of Social Science Education and request a transcript review to determine which courses and/or examinations will be required to demonstrate subject matter competency. A fee is charged for this service unless the student is currently enrolled at San José State University.

Davis, K Director of Social Sciences Teacher Education
Washington Square Hall 111B
Voice: 4O8.924.5485

See the Teacher Preparation section of the SJSU Catalog for an excellent summary of the requirements to become a teacher in California.