Multiple Subject Credential (MSCP)

I. Competency Requirements

1. CSET Multiple Subjects Examination — www.cset.nesinc.com
   With their application, all candidates must submit proof of passage of the CSET Multiple Subject Examination.
   
   Candidates who are not in the CSU Stanislaus Liberal Studies programs must pass all three subtests to be admitted to the credential program.
   
   All three subtests must be passed the semester prior to student teaching.
    
2. Basic Skills Requirement — With their application, all candidates must submit proof of passage or registration of ONE of the following options:
   1. CBEST EXAM* (all 3 sections): www.cbest.nesinc.com
   2. CSET Writing Skills Exam*: www.cset.nesinc.com
   3. CSU Early Assessment Program (EAP): English and Math taken in Spring of 11th grade with a “College Ready” or “Exempt” score.
   4. CSU Placement Examinations: English Placement Test (EPT) with a score of 151 and Entry Level Math (ELM) with a score of 50.
      
      *Passage is required by the MSCP application deadline.  Candidates in the CSUS Liberal Studies programs do not have to pass in order to be admitted at this time, but must submit proof of taking examp.  ALL candidates must meet the requirement by the semester before student teaching.
       
3. Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA) — www.cset.nesinc.com
   This test assesses a candidate’s knowledge of how to teach reading. It is advisable that credential students take this exam only after completing the credential program course on how to teach reading. This exam must be passed to earn the Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential. Candidates should request that CSU Stanislaus receive electronic verification of passage (no paper verification will be necessary). If this is not possible, candidates must submit actual paper transcripts as verification of passing.
    
4. California Teacher Performance Assessments (CA TPAs) — Teacher candidates must complete and pass the four CA TPA tasks.  These tasks are separate, but are interrelated.  Each task was designed with a specific sequence in mind as students learn to plan lessons, develop assessment plans, deliver instruction, and reflect and analyze lessons.  The coursework within the Credential Program will prepare students for the CA TPAs.  TAP orientation meetings are held at the beginning of each semester for students to better understand the process.  See also TAP Handbook available online at http://csustan.edu/TeacherEd/pages/CredentialDegreeInfo/MultSubjCredProg/index/html.
    
5. OPTIONAL — Preliminary Educational Technology Requirement Examination — www.cset.nesinc.com
   To obtain the Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential, candidates must meet the Preliminary Educational Technology Requirement. This requirement can be met in one of two ways:
   1. Pass the Preliminary Educational Technology Requirement Examination or
   2. Pass EDIT 4170 Educational Technology Foundations course for 2 units after being admitted to the credential program.

II. Prerequisite Requirements

(prior to taking methods courses)

These requirements must be met prior to taking courses in the credential program, but do not have to be met prior to submitting an application.
 

1. English Composition
   There are two ways to meet this requirement:
   1. Complete an upper-division English composition course listed as a “WP” in the catalog, or having passed equivalent test or completed an equivalent course at another university, or
   2. Obtain a score of 41 or higher on the writing section of the CBEST. Score transcripts for the CBEST must be submitted to the Credentials Processing Center Office if the CBEST score is used to meet this requirement.
       
2. Early Field Experience
   Candidates must complete 45 hours of observation and have experience working with students in classrooms (grades K-8) prior to being admitted to the credential program. These 45 hours may be from required observations completed in courses; volunteering in a classroom; or from employment as an instructional aide, tutor, substitute teacher or regular teacher; or other equivalent experience.
    
3. Entry-Level Basic Computer Competency
   The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing requires that candidates applying for entry into multiple subject or single subject credential programs demonstrate proficiency with technology. This requirement can be satisfied in one of two ways: by completing a computer course (almost any computer course counts) or by submitting documentation which demonstrates knowledge of word processing, Internet usage, presentation software, and email usage as noted on Form VI in the Application Packet.
    
4. Pass CSET Multiple Subject Examination
   Candidates who are not admitted into the Liberal Studies “Yellow” or “Blue” Programs must pass all three subtests of this exam prior to beginning to take program courses. See note above in #1 Competency Requirements — CSET Multiple Subjects Examination.
    
5. Basic Skills Requirement — See note above in #2 Competency Requirements.

III. Corequisite (Concurrent) Course Requirements

All of these corequisite courses should be completed prior to admittance to the credential program, but may be taken concurrently.

1. American Government/Constitution — PSCI 1201, American Government or equivalent (may be lower division). If the equivalent of this course was passed by exam, the results must be posted on an official college transcript and submitted with the Multiple Subject Credential Program application. Equivalent courses at local community colleges are as follows: Modesto Junior College (MJC) - POLSC 101, 102, or 110, HIST 101; Delta College - HIST 17A, 27, or 30A, POLSC 1; Merced College - HIST 17A, POSC 1; Columbia College - PLSC 10.

Note: Students who earned their B.A./B.S. at a California State University campus are automatically given credit for this requirement since it is a requirement to earn the degree.

2. Child Development — PSYC/CDEV 3140, Human Development I: Childhood or equivalent (may be lower division). Equivalent courses at local community colleges are as follows: MJC - Psych 141 or Child Develop 245; Delta College - FCS 21; Merced College - FSCS 9 or 29, Psych 9 or 29; Columbia College - CHILD 1. 
    
3. Second Language Experience
   Non-BCLAD emphasis (students not earning a Bilingual Credential) — Applicants should consult the “Options for Completing the Second Language Experience” form included in the Program Handbook for alternative experiences that count toward meeting this requirement (there are 16 options). Generally, it is 3 units of foreign or sign language or 2 years of high school foreign language (same language).
   
   BCLAD Emphasis – Pass Language Proficiency Exam. Candidates will take a proficiency test prior to or upon admittance to the program. Students should check the Teacher Education website for information on how to fulfill the Spanish Language proficiency assessment requirement, or take
   EDUC 4460 - Cultural Views on Bilingualism (Perspectivas culturales tocante al bilingüism)
    .

IV. Credential Program Course Requirements

Note: EDMS 4100 and 4150 may be completed prior to formal admittance to the credential program. All other courses can only be completed after being admitted to the program.  Students completing the Bilingual Credential should take the method courses identified on the class schedule as “BCLAD Spanish” offered in Fall only.