In July, I will be leaving The Chicago School of Professional Psychology to begin a new program at National University. The program I will be entering is the Master of Education in Inspired Teaching and Learning with a Preliminary Single Subject Teaching Credential and Intern Option (CA). My intention is to become a high school Math and Computer Science teacher.
Program Overview
The program overview states that we will gain the knowledge and skills needed to make subject matter engaging and comprehensible for K-12 learners, including those with diverse learning needs. The Master of Education in Inspired Teaching and Learning with a Multiple or Single Subject Teaching Credential and Intern Option (CA) is designed for candidates who are dedicated to inspiring K-12 learners by emphasizing social-emotional thriving, meaningful academic achievement, and equitable and inclusive learning communities. The program and courses meet the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) requirements for a Preliminary Multiple or Single Subjects teaching credential and meet requirements for a master’s degree. Candidates in this degree program are required to complete a three-course area of specialization in the English Language Learner Education.
Students need to satisfy/pass the Basic Skills Requirement (e.g., CBEST) and Subject Matter Competency Requirement (e.g., CSET) early (prior to Credential Area Methods coursework) into their programs to avoid interruptions to program progress and/or financial aid arrangements.
Degree and Course Requirements
To receive a Master of Education with California Inspired Teaching and Learning Preliminary Single Subject Teaching Credential, candidates must complete at least 67.5 quarter units. Students must complete 54 units in residence at National University. Further information on graduate admission and evaluation can be found in the Academic Information for Graduate Degrees section of the catalog.
A number of requirements must be completed prior to beginning the credential courses, including the successful completion of the Credential Packet, which includes a number of requirements, such as cleared background clearance and negative TB test. To better understand the requirements, please refer to the Sanford College of Education’s Credential Information section located in the National University catalog.
The Basic Skills and Subject Matter must be met prior to beginning the Multiple Subject or Single Subject Methods courses.
Each Teacher Education/credential course (ITL) includes a required 4-hour field experience in a K-12 classroom representing the candidates credential area and a diverse student population, with the exception of the clinical practice courses.
Candidates choosing the Internship option to obtain the Preliminary Multiple or Single Subject Teaching Credential will need to meet the Internship Eligibility requirements as outlined in the Sanford College of Education Credential Information section of the catalog.
Internship Option: The Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) mandates all approved intern programs provide a minimum of 120 hours of pre-service coursework prior to becoming Intern Eligible. Candidates can meet the 120 hours requirement through one of two pathways. Complete the foundation sequence of ITL 600, ITL 604, ITL 606, ITL 608; meet Basic Skills; meet Subject Matter; and have a school or district letter verifying a teaching position job offer as the ‘teacher of record’.
The CA Education Code stipulates a minimum of 144 hours of support and supervision must be provided to the candidate each year of intern employment and documented. Interns without a valid English Learner (EL) Authorization from CTC will be required to receive an additional 45 hours of EL preparation support each year of intern employment (Total: 189 hours).
This Internship Option requires the successful completion of the internship clinical practice experience (minimum 1 year).
The CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing requires an intern-candidate holding a valid University Internship Credential to be continuously enrolled in clinical practice support and supervision. During the first-year, the intern will take ITL 650A and ITL 651A, ITL 650B and ITL 651B. In the event, the intern has not met all program requirements during the first year and the intern’s employment continues during the second year, for National University to provide additional ongoing support and supervision, the intern will be enrolled in ITL 650C and, if needed ITL 650D. To be granted an extension for the third year of the intern, and if the intern is still employed, then, for those interns who can document a medical emergency or other extreme circumstance(s), one (ITL 650E) or both (ITL 650E and ITL 650F) courses may be granted through the University’s petition process, with decisions considered on a case-by-case basis.
Interns in the Early Completion Option (ECO) route are still required to receive the general support and supervision provided to all interns while they are serving on an Intern credential.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Integrate the knowledge needed for creating and maintaining effective learning environments for all K-12 learners, including those with diverse learning needs.
- Integrate the knowledge needed for making subject matter comprehensible for all K-12 learners, including those with diverse learning needs.
- Integrate the knowledge needed for designing/planning learning experiences for all K-12 learners, including those with diverse learning needs.
- Integrate the knowledge needed for assessing all K-12 learners, including those with diverse learning needs.
- Integrate the knowledge needed for being a legal, ethical, and professional educator for all K-12 learners, including those with diverse learning needs.
- Reflect critically about professional beliefs and practices in the application of teaching and learning principles needed to inspire K-12 learners as well as being an inspired teacher.
