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Program overview

The Online Single Subject Teaching Credential is California's authorization to teach a specific subject (English, math, science, social science, etc.) in middle and high schools. The CSUEB online pathway is fully online, accredited, and confers the same credential as the campus version.

Who this program is for:

• Working educators seeking the credential while continuing to work
• Career-changers with a bachelor's degree who want to enter teaching
• Returning teachers who need to update or expand their credential
• Out-of-state educators seeking California authorization

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Subject-matter competence

Choose the subject you'll be authorized to teach. You'll need to verify subject-matter competence either by passing the appropriate CSET exam OR by completing an approved subject-matter program (varies by subject and prior coursework).

Common subjects offered through CSUEB:

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How to apply (6 steps)

Most candidates complete the full application in 4 to 6 weeks. Don't wait until the last minute on subject-matter verification - that's the step most likely to add delays.

1. Confirm your bachelor's degree. You need a completed undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution before you can be admitted.
2. Verify subject-matter competence. Either pass the CSET for your chosen subject area, or complete an approved subject-matter program. Some subjects allow either path.
3. Complete CSU ÍÑ¿ã°É. Submit the standard CSU graduate application at . Choose CSUEB and the Single Subject Credential program.
4. Submit transcripts. Official transcripts from every college you've attended go directly to CSUEB Admissions.
5. Provide credential documents. Including your basic skills requirement (CBEST, SAT, ACT, or coursework), Certificate of Clearance (background check), and any prior teaching credentials or permits.
6. Interview with the program. A short Zoom interview with credential program faculty. Discusses your readiness, subject focus, and fieldwork placement.

See full admissions walkthrough → • Talk to an advisor before you apply →

Costs and financial aid

The credential program is charged at the standard CSU per-unit graduate rate. Many candidates qualify for federal financial aid, state grants, and credential-specific scholarships.

Timeline

A typical pathway from application to credential:

• Months 1-2: ÍÑ¿ã°É, submit documents, complete CSET if not done. Interview.
• Months 3-12: Coursework - foundations of teaching, methods for your subject, classroom management, equity, English-learner pedagogy.
• Months 6-15: Fieldwork placement - student teaching at a local school in your subject area. Online Campus coordinates placement with partner districts.
• Final semester: Edit (CalTPA performance assessment), credential application to CTC, and recommendation from CSUEB.

Timing depends on your starting subject-matter status. Working educators often complete in 18-24 months part-time; full-time candidates in 12-15 months.

Support and resources

CSUEB Online Campus and the credential program team are with you from inquiry through credential. Common touchpoints:

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