Earning a multiple or single subject credential takes several steps. Following entry into ULV’s teacher education program, students must successfully complete teaching methodology courses and fieldwork. Candidates then must be accepted for student teaching, which includes courses as well as 15 weeks of in-classroom training, completed in two segments.

The multiple and single subject credential teacher preparation programs address teaching strategies for all students in California schools. Integrated throughout the programs are methodologies to deliver comprehensive instruction to English learners and to work with special populations in the general education classroom. This replaces the program formerly known as the CLAD credential.

Information on this page is subject to change. Official program and course information is available in the University of La Verne Catalog.

Program Requirements

Core Requirements

Code Course Title Units
EDUC 427 Language and Literacy, Single Subject 4
EDUC 428 Introductory Teaching Practices, Single Subject 4
EDUC 442 Intermediate Teaching Practices, Single Subject 4
EDUC 443 Advanced Teaching Practices, Single Subject 4
EDUC 494 A-J Subject Specific Pedagogy* 4
EDUC 495 Subject Specific Pedagogy – Math and Science 4
EDUC 497A Introductory Supervised Teaching, Single Subject 3
EDUC 498 Advanced Supervised Teaching 6

Student Teaching Program Prerequisites

Student teaching candidates must complete an application and be accepted into the program with the following:

For Introductory Supervised Teaching, EDUC 468:

  • Certificate of Clearance or equivalent fingerprint clearance
  • Demonstration of personal characteristics necessary for teaching (as outlined by ULV’s Education Department)
  • Passing score on the CBEST
  • Verification on Subject Matter

Competence as defined by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing:

  • CSET (California Subject Examinations for Teachers) for Multiple Subject Candidates
  • CSET or completion of a state approved program with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the major* and 2.75 overall for Single Subject Candidates
  • Passing score of 3 or higher on the writing competency assessment (ADD)
  • Acceptance by the Teacher Education faculty
  • GPA of 3.0 or better in pre-student teaching courses
  • A grade of B or better in each pre-student teaching course

For Advanced Supervised Teaching, EDUC 478:

  • All prerequisites required for EDUC 468
  • Passing the Reading Instruction Competency Assessment (RICA). (Multiple Subject only)
  • Verification of Subject Matter Competence as defined by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing:
    1. CSET (California Subject Examinations for Teachers) for Multiple Subject Candidates
    2. CSET or completion of a state approved program with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the major* and 2.75 overall for Single Subject Candidates. Candidates with low undergraduate GPA’s who have completed subject matter competence programs may appeal to waive the state mandated examination(s) if they maintain a 3.5 GPA in ULV’s Teacher Preparation Program.
  • US Constitution course or passing test score
  • Speech course or verification
  • EDUC 407 Learning Technology for Educators
  • Health Education/Nutrition/Drug Prevention/ Sexually Transmitted Diseases Course
  • Completion of all core courses except for SPED 457, which may be taken concurrently with EDUC 478
Enhanced Intern Credential

If a student has successfully completed the constitution requirement, EDUC 460 and EDUC 470, and subject matter competence, and also has a contract in a public school, he/she will be eligible for an enhanced intern credential.

Teacher Performance Assessments

The California Teacher Assessment Program (TPA) provides teacher candidates with the opportunity to demonstrate achievement of the teaching performance expectations. Each of the four required TPAs is embedded in coursework as follows:

  • EDUC 460/470 TPA: Subject Specific Pedagogy
  • EDUC 472 TPA: Designing Instruction
  • EDUC 474/476 TPA: Assessing Learning
  • EDUC 478 TPA: Culminating Teaching Experience
Preliminary Credential Application Requirements.

To apply for a Preliminary or Level I Credential, candidates must have:

  • Maintained a GPA of 3.0 or better in EDUC classes
  • Received a B or better in EDUC 468 and EDUC 478
  • Completed a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
  • Completed field work or teaching experience with students from at least age two and ability levels during the program
  • Completed an “Application for Credential” packet
  • Completed CPR Certification for Adults, Infants, and Children
  • Passed all required TPAs
  • Passed the RICA (Multiple Subject only)

Clear Credential Application Requirements

To apply for a Professional Clear or Level II Credential, candidates must have completed the following within five years of the issuance date of their Preliminary Credential:

  • a two-year induction program in a school district
  • a Level II computer class