Do you want to teach kindergarten, elementary school, high school, or special education?Learn how to apply to earn your teaching credential through the CSU.
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The CSU’s teacher preparation program awards 7,000 California teaching credentials each year. Learn how you can take the next step in your career.
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Earn your Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential through this mostly online program, qualifying you to teach in many general education classrooms in California. CalStateTEACH is the CSU’s system-wide online Multiple Subject Program where the curriculum is delivered online and candidates are place in classrooms across the state. You can earn your Multiple Subject Credential where you live.
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Explore the different pathways and options to becoming an educator in California. Also learn about the financial resources available for teacher candidates pursuing different pathways to teaching.
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