Teacher preparation in the state of California is different from many states.
The steps below outline what a prospective teacher must do to become certified to teach
elementary school in California.
Start here: You’re interested in a career in elementary education.
- Step 1: Earn a bachelor’s degree from an accredited school.
- Step 2: Pass a basic skills test for education (CBEST).
- Step 3: Satisfy the subject matter requirement by passing a test to establish
competence in the content areas (CSET)
- Step 4: Complete a post-baccalaureate credential program (includes student
teaching).
End here: Congratulations! You’re now certified to teach in a public school in
California.
- SDSU offers a wide range of bachelor’s degree programs, including a major in
Liberal Studies, the major designed specifically for elementary education.
- SDSU’s College of Education offers several credential programs, including multiple
subjects (for elementary education), bilingual education, and special education.
For more
specific information about SDSUs Liberal Studies program and the College of Education, click the link.
GO TO LIBERAL STUDIES HOME PAGE.