Graduate School of Education

Clear Multiple and Single Subject Credential Program

Program Overview

Individuals who complete a teacher education program and receive a five-year (2042) Preliminary Credential must earn a Clear Credential by completing an approved Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment (BTSA) program. If a BTSA program is not available through the employer, employed teachers may enroll in an approved program offered by a university.

The CLU clear courses may be taken as a stand alone program, or as a specialization within a master's degree program. Upon completion of the program, candidates will be eligible for the Clear Multiple or Single Subject Teaching Credential offered by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Online option

All courses are offered in a fully online format to teachers meeting the eligibility requirement listed above.

Requirements

  • The Clear Credential courses are offered as a one-year (Fall and Spring Semester) program.  All entry is in Fall semester only.
  • There are four courses (two are taken concurrently each semester)
  • The courses are offered completely online in combination with the fieldwork done in your own classroom.
  • Each course is 3 units (12 for the total program) payable at current graduate tuition rates

http://www.callutheran.edu/student_accounts/tuition/education.php

  • Courses can be applied to our M.Ed. in Teacher Leadership Program if a master’s degree is desired
  • You must be a full time teacher at a school that doesn't offer any type of CCTC approved induction program to clear your credential
  • A copy of your employment contract is required for our files
  • The school you work for must be accredited by a regional external accrediting agency such as WASC or another equivalent and recognized accreditor.  Your principal or site administrator can provide you with that type of proof to provide us.
  • You must have access to English Learners and students with special needs to fulfill the requirements of the program.  If your school doesn't have students with those types of backgrounds, you will be expected to participate in fieldwork at another location that we arrange for you.
  • You must select a support provider at your school site who will serve as your mentor.  The support provider must hold a California CLEAR credential in order to serve in this role for the entire year.  If a teacher is not available and you are within a reasonable distance from CLU, we will provide you with a qualified mentor at an additional cost of $500 per semester.  If you are at a further distance, we will discuss other options for mentorship on a case by case basis with you.

Courses

EDTP 556 - Pedagogy for Effective Teaching: English Learners & Special Needs Populations
An advanced course of study regarding the methodology and pedagogy needed to teach English learners and special populations. Candidates will build on the knowledge, skills, and strategies acquired during preliminary preparation teaching coursework and clinical practicum. A special emphasis is placed on the needs of K-12 Latino populations. This course is part of a 12-unit program for the California Clear Credential for multiple and single subjects.

EDTP 557 - Professional Inquiry in a Classroom Setting I
This inquiry-based course guides and informs teachers about their professional growth. The purpose of formative assessment is to improve teaching, as measured by the CSTPs, in relation to the state-adopted academic content standards and performance levels for students. In collaboration with a support provider on site, teachers assess their practice with a set of specific criteria. They develop and implement an action plan as well as research the impact of instruction on student achievement. This course is part of a 12-unit program for the California Clear Credential for multiple and single subjects.

EDTP 558 - Pedagogy for Effective Teaching: Healthy Environments and the Integration Technology in the Classroom
An advanced course of study regarding the methodology and pedagogy needed to create a healthy learning environment as well as integrating technology as a teaching and learning tool. Teacher candidates build on the knowledge, skills, and strategies acquired during preliminary preparation teaching coursework and clinical practicum. A special emphasis is placed on the needs of K-12 Latino populations. This course is part of a 12-unit program for the California Clear Credential for Multiple and Single Subjects.

EDTP 559 - Pedagogy for Effective Teaching: Healthy Environments and the Integration Technology in the Classroom
This inquiry-based course guides and informs teachers about their professional growth. The purpose of formative assessment is to improve teaching, as measured by the CSTPs, in relation to the state-adopted academic content standards and performance levels for students. In collaboration with a support provider in the field, teachers assess their practice with a set of specific criteria. They develop and implement an action plan as well as research the impact of instruction on student achievement. This course is part of a 12-unit program for the California Clear Credential for multiple and single subjects.

Currently Accepting Applications for Fall 2013

Admission Requirements

Other Requirements

  1. Minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.7 for credential program; 3.0 upper division GPA for Master of Education (M.Ed.)
  2. For M.Ed. applicants only, submission of GRE (Graduate Record Exam) scores (unless Petition to Waive GRE Requirement is submitted and approved). The admission test may be waived for candidates who present an official transcript of previous college work from a regionally accredited college or university reflecting any one of the following criteria:
    1. An undergraduate, upper division grade point average of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale); or
    2. A combined grade point average of 3.0 or higher for the most recent 60 units of study consisting of any of the following: graduate course work, upper division post baccalaureate course work (exclusive of extension or continuing education work) and upper division undergraduate course work; or
    3. A minimum of nine units of graduate course work completed with a 3.5 grade point average; or
    4. A previously earned master's degree from an accredited university

Application Process

Apply Online

Interested individuals are encouraged to make an appointment to meet with a Graduate Admission Counselor to review specific program information, admission requirements, start terms, deadline dates, and review financial aid options.

Please call (805) 493-3335 to schedule an appointment to meet with a counselor or to request information.

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