Graduate School of Education

Teacher Education

The GSOE Offers entry into teacher education programs for people at various points in their careers. Our teacher education programs fall into three broad categories:

1. The multiple subject credential
2. The single subject credential
3. The special education credential

We can help you with information about applying , important dates, and admissions requirements. If you are already familiar with our programs and just need to know about course requirements, take a look at our "Prepare to Teach" flier.

Information Sessions

The GSOE offers detailed information about our Teacher Education Programs through information sessions. Upcoming information sessions will be held in Sproul 1215 on the following dates:

• TBD

R.S.V.P. by calling the main office number below or email to creded(at)ucr.edu

We can answer more detailed questions if you contact us at:

1. The Multiple Subjects Credential

The Multiple Subjects Credential program is designed for students interested in teaching at the elementary level.

The program offers students the prospect of full-time, classroom teaching responsibilities under the guidance of a credentialed teacher at the school site.

Students can take advantage of an accelerated program, known as an Integrated Program, in which they can begin the credential program concurrent with the completion of their bachelor’s degree.

Watch our video about the multiple subjects credential program.

For more about multiple subject credential programs, attend a Credential Information Seminar or contact Paula Sutton at (951) 827-7043.

2. The Single Subject Credential

Students interested in teaching a specific subject at the secondary level can enter the Single Subject Credential program.

The program offers specialization in English, mathematics, social sciences and the sciences, including biological sciences, chemistry, geosciences and physical sciences.

Students have the opportunity to work closely with a teacher in a classroom, obtain an internship or earn their M.Ed. degree along with their credential in just four quarters.

Students interested in earning a math or science credential can take advantage of an accelerated program, in which they can begin the credential program concurrent with the completion of their bachelor’s degree through our Integrated Program.

Watch our video about the single subject credential program.

For more about single subject credential programs, attend a Credential Information Seminar or contact Paula Sutton at (951) 827-7043.

3. The Special Education Credential

The Graduate School of Education offers two areas of specialization for the education specialist credential.

• The Mild/Moderate Credential authorizes the teaching of individuals with specific learning disabilities, mild to moderate mental retardation, other health impairments and serious emotional disturbances. This credential also authorizes the recipient to teach in a resource specialist position (RSP).
• The Moderate/Severe Credential authorizes the teaching of individuals with autism, mental retardation, deaf-blindness, serious emotional disturbances and multiple disabilities.

Contact Athena Waite Coordinator, Education Specialist Programs , after attending a credential information seminar . Athena may be reached at (951) 827-5590.