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To be eligible for intern positions or to teach TK-12 classes, all teacher credential candidates in California must demonstrate Subject Matter Competency (SMC).

📅 Deadline to Submit SMC for Summer 2026 applicants: April 1, 2026. Subject Matter Competency (SMC) for Multiple and Single Subject Summer 2026 applicants needs to be submitted by April 1, 2026 to be considered for admission.

How to Meet the SMC Requirement

You can meet SMC in one of the following ways:

1. Pass the California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET)

• Take and pass all subtests in the subject area you are pursuing.
• Recommended if your degree major is not an exact match.
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2. Complete a CTC-Approved Subject Matter Program

• Typically done as part of a BA at certain CA universities.
• You’ll need a subject matter verification letter from the institution.
• Contact your undergrad institution to check if your program qualifies.

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3. Hold an Acceptable Degree Major: Bachelor's Degree or Higher

You qualify without taking the CSET if:

• Your degree major listed on your transcript is an exact match to the credential subject. 

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Examples:

• BA in English → Single Subject Credential in English ✅
• BA in Math → Single Subject Credential in Math ✅
• BA in Liberal Studies → Multiple Subject Credential ✅

📌 The degree title must exactly match the credential subject area.
No substitutions like “Kinesiology” for “PE” or “History” for “Social Science.”

📤 To verify:

• Upload your unofficial transcript with your degree major and conferral date to your Department Application.
• Optional: Email PDF transcript to credentials@csueastbay.edu with the subject: “SMC Degree Major Request”.

Include in your email:

• Full name
• Credential program
• Subject area you’re applying for

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4. Demonstrate SMC Through Coursework or Coursework + CSET

• If your degree is in a related but not exact subject (e.g. Kinesiology, History, Performance), you may qualify through coursework evaluation.
• You can also combine coursework and CSET exams.

📌 You’ll need to: follow the instructions below to submit a Subject Matter Competency Evaluation Request

• Submit transcripts for review a
• Possibly take partial or full CSET exams depending on coursework coverage.

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📌 Action Steps for You

1. Check your degree major — Is it an exact match to the credential subject?

2. If yes:
   ⬆️ Upload transcript to your application.
   ✉️ Optionally, email credentials@csueastbay.edu for confirmation.

3. If no:
   🧾 Review your coursework-follow the instructions below to submit a Subject Matter Competency Evaluation Request.
   📝 Prepare for CSET or request SMC evaluation of your coursework.

4. Deadline to meet Subject Matter Competency by April 1, 2026.
   

You should review for a Multiple Subject, Single Subject, or Education Specialist Credential if your major is not listed or approved. See the link for Test Preparation Resources

SMC Coursework Evaluation Request Information

🗓️ SMC Coursework Evaluation Request Timeline (Summer 2026 Applicants)

• 📅 Request Period:
  December 1, 2025 – March 1, 2026
• ⚠️ Important:
  Your transcripts will NOT be evaluated automatically.
  You must submit an SMC Evaluation Request to be considered.

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✅ If You Want to Meet SMC via Coursework Evaluation

You can submit your transcripts for review if:

• Your degree major is not an exact match to the credential subject.
• You believe your completed coursework may meet SMC requirements.

🔁 Evaluation Details:

• Processing takes 6–8 weeks (excluding breaks/holidays).
• Results are not guaranteed — many evaluations are partially or not approved.
• If denied, you’ll need to pass the CSET to meet SMC.

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📝 Recommended Backup Plan: Register for

Because not all coursework evaluations are successful, the department strongly recommends registering for the CSET as a backup.

🎯 Important CSET Testing Dates to Meet April 1 Deadline:

You should plan to take the CSET before or by:

• February 9, 2026
  or
• March 9, 2026

📬 This ensures your CSET scores are received in time (before the April 1, 2026 SMC submission deadline).

🔗 Register and get prep materials at:

 

Steps to Submit a Subject Matter Competency Evaluation Request:

• You need to view the SMC Evaluation Request form from the list below for the subject/credential you are seeking. Complete the form with the coursework information that meets the listed Domains.
• The coursework listed on the SMC Evaluation Request form must be aligned with each of the domains listed in the  for your subject.
• Courses listed on the form must meet the following requirements: 
  • Earn a grade of "C" or better 
  • Have been taken at a regionally accredited college or university
  • Been taken for academic credit (earned units)
  • Be degree applicable AA or higher-upper or lower division is ok
  • May mix and match CSET with courses taken at multiple Institutions. 
  • Does not have to be applied to a degree
• Gather Required Documents:
  • Yes- attach Unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended.
    Save and name your files as: Last Name, First Name, School Name
    Example: Smith, Jan, CSU East Bay
  • Course descriptions or syllabi for relevant coursework
    These help evaluators determine alignment with subject matter domains.
  • CSET score reports-all subtests taken-passed and Not Passed
  • Completed SMC Request Form LINK
    Provide a Shareable Google Drive link with access set to: “Anyone with the link.” 
• Pay $25 and include receipt with your emailed request.
• Only the SMC Request form should be a link with Share access>>"Anyone with the Link." IN ADDITION, you can save it as a PDF and send with other attachments.
• File Format Requirements:
• All other documents must be in PDF format.
• Ensure there are no passcodes or restricted permissions to open any files.
• Submit Your Request:
  • Email your completed materials to: smc@csueastbay.edu
  • Subject Line: SMC Evaluation Request – [Subject] – [Your Last Name]
    Example: SMC Evaluation Request – Physical Education – Smith

SMC EVALUATION REQUEST FORMS

For the Google form links below>Open link click Make a Copy and rename Document>>add your first and last name to the title of the form. Go to SHARE>>with a General Access share permission to share "Anyone with the link."  You will copy and paste/share the link in the evaluation request email.

Send the completed SMC EVALUATION REQUEST FORM link according to instructions above.

Please see the link for more information-

🗓️ Key SMC Coursework Evaluation Deadlines (CSU East Bay)

Note: Education Specialist applicants may be allowed to submit after March 1, but all other applicants must meet the deadline.

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📝 Who Can Submit a Coursework Evaluation Request?

• Prospective or enrolled students at CSU East Bay
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• 📘 Multiple Subject
• 📗 Single Subject
• 📙 Education Specialist

❌ If you are not applying to CSU East Bay, or as an alternative, CSU Long Beach offers SMC evaluations for non-CSU Long Beach students for a fee. You may wish to contact them directly: 

🔗 Important Links

• Subject Matter Requirements – CTC:
  

The deadline to request an SMC Coursework Evaluation from CSU East Bay for Multiple and Single Subject applicants is March 1, 2026.

📧 Where to Send SMC Questions

Email: credentials@csueastbay.edu

🔖 Subject Line: SMC – [Your Full Name] – [Program Name]