Single Subject Matter Preparation Programs
Single Subject Matter Preparation Programs approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) are alternatives to the subject matter examinations and act as appropriate subject matter preparation for the Single Subject Teaching Credential. Please note the programs in Science are not alternatives to the required subject matter examinations. Rather, the courses in the Science programs prepare students to take the exams.
The CSUEB Single Subject Matter Preparation Program in Physical Education has been approved by the CCTC for students who began taking one or more of the courses listed below by June 1, 2010. The Physical Educationl program must be completed by June 1, 2015.
- Mathematics
- Physical Education
- Science (Programs to Prepare for Exams)
- Social Science
Mathematics
Completion of the Single Subject Matter Preparation Program in Mathematics is certified by the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science. A student need not be a mathematics major to complete this program; however, students who complete the mathematics major with Option C (Mathematics Teaching) should find it relatively easy to meet the requirements of the program, as noted in the description of Option C requirements in the undergraduate Mathematics chapter. In addition to the required mathematics courses, a year of education courses and practice teaching is required before the California Secondary Teaching Credential in Mathematics can be granted. Seventy-one quarter units are required in the Single Subject Matter Preparation Program in Mathematics. For additional information, contact the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science: North Science 337; 510-885-4011; e-mail: mathcs@csueastbay.edu; website: http://www20.csueastbay.edu/csci/departments/math-cs/index.html.
- Core Mathematics (48 units)
- MATH 1130 College Algebra (4)
- MATH 1300 Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry (4)
- MATH 1304 Calculus I (4)
- MATH 1305 Calculus II (4)
- MATH 2101 Elements of Linear Algebra (4)
- MATH 2304 Calculus III (4)
- MATH 3121 Abstract Algebra I (4)
- MATH 3215 Geometry I (4)
- MATH 3600 Number Theory (4)
- MATH 4040 History of Mathematics (4)
- MATH 4901 Senior Seminar (4)
- STAT 3401 Introduction to Probability Theory I (4)
- Coursework Providing Breadth and Perspective (23 units)
Mathematics courses (12 quarter units):
- MATH 3000 Introduction to Abstract Mathematics and Proof (4)
- MATH 3300 Analysis I (4)
- MATH 3331 Differential Equations (4)
Statistics course (4 quarter units)
- STAT 3502 Statistical Inference (4)
Computer Science or discrete structures course (4 quarter units):
- CS 1160 Introduction to Computer Science I (4)
or
- MATH 2150 Discrete Structures (4)
Field Experience (0-3 quarter units):
- TED 3001 Exploring Education (3)
And/or other field experience approved by the Mathematics Subject Matter Preparation Adviser: At least 45 hours of classroom experience in an instructional capacity is required.
Electives (0-3 quarter units):
Additional courses not used above to bring the total Breadth and Perspective units to at least 23, chosen from the following list or from other related courses approved by the Mathematics Subject Matter Preparation Adviser:
- CHEM 1101 General Chemistry (5)
- CHEM 1102 General Chemistry (5)
- CHEM 1103 General Chemistry (5)
- CS 1160 Introduction to Computer Science I (4)
- CS 2360 Introduction to Computer Science II (4)
- CS 2430 Computer Organization and Assembly Language Programming (4)
- ECON 2301 Principles of Microeconomics (4)
- ECON 2302 Principles of Macroeconomics (4)
- MATH 3100 Linear Algebra (4)
- MATH 3122 Abstract Algebra II (4)
- MATH 3301 Analysis II (4)
- MATH 4215 Topics in Geometry (4)
- MGMT 3100 Introduction to Quantitative Methods in Business (5)
- PHIL 1001 Introduction to Logic (4)
- PHIL 3002 Modern Logic (4)
- PHYS 1001 General Physics (5)
- PHYS 1002 General Physics (5)
- PHYS 1003 General Physics (5)
Physical Education
Completion of the Single Subject Matter Preparation Program in Physical Education is certified by the Department of Kinesiology. The Single Subject Matter Preparation Program in Physical Education requires 98-102 units. This program is approved for students who began taking at least one of the listed courses before June 1, 2010 and who complete the entire program before June 1, 2015. A new program for students beginning coursework after July 1, 2015 is being developed by the department. For additional information, contact the Department of Kinesiology: Physical Education Bldg. 130; 510-885-3061; website: www20.csueastbay.edu/ceas/departments/kin/index.html).
Required Courses (98-102 units)
- BIOL 2010 Human Physiology and Anatomy I (or 2011) (5)
- DANC 3235 Dance for Children (4)
- KIN 1610 Introduction to Kinesiology (4)
- KIN 2650 CPR and First Aid (2)
- KIN 3072 Individual and Dual Sports (3)
- KIN 3075 Aquatics and Outdoor Education (3)
- KIN 3079 Combatives and Fitness Activities (3)
- KIN 3080 Team Sports and Field Sports (3)
- KIN 3300 Measurement and Evaluation (5)
- KIN 3305 Structural Kinesiology (4)
- KIN 3310 Biomechanics (5)
- KIN 3320 Exercise Physiology (5)
- KIN 3330 Motor Learning and Control (5)
- KIN 3340 Motor Development (4)
- KIN 3350 Sport and Exercise Psychology (5)
- KIN 3700 History of Sport and Physical Education (4)
- KIN 3740 Philosophical Foundations of Kinesiology (4)
- KIN 3750 Sport in Contemporary Society (4)
- KIN 4004 Elementary School Physical Education (4)
- KIN 4006 Secondary School Physical Education (4)
- KIN 4008 Adapted Physical Activity (4)
- KIN 4031 Professional Field Experience II (2, 2)
- KIN activities (6-10)
At least one in each of swimming, combative, team, individual or dual, fitness activities.
One beginning course must be repeated at the intermediate level.
Science
Students can follow one of two pathways to fulfill the content requirements for a single subject credential in Science: 1) Complete a CCTC-approved Subject Matter Program from an accredited California University; or, 2) Pass the California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET).
CSUEB currently does not have a CCTC-approved Single Subject Matter Preparation Program in Science. We do, however, offer degree programs and courses that prepare students to take the CSET exams.
Further information on obtaining a single subject credential in Science through CSUEB is available at the Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, websites.
Social Science
Completion of the Single Subject Matter Preparation Program in Social Science is certified by the Department of History. The program may be completed by students in any major, but overlaps major requirements in several Social Science fields such as History, Political Science, Geography, and Economics. The Single Subject Matter Preparation program in Social Science requires 84 units. This program has been designed to meet the new CCTC standards. For additional information, contact the Social Science Coordinator in the Department of History: Meiklejohn Hall 4031; 510-885-3207; website: http://csueastbay.edu/history.
- Core Curriculum (48 units)
World History and Geography (16 units)
- HIST 1014 World Civilizations I (or 1017) (4)
- HIST 1015 World Civilizations II (4)
- HIST 1016 World Civilizations III (4)
- GEOG 2300 Cultural Geography (4)
U.S. History and Geography (12 units)
- HIST 1101 History of the United States to 1877 (4)
- HIST 1102 History of the United States Since 1877 (4)
- GEOG 3360 Historical Geography of North America (4)
California History (4 units)
- HIST 3500 History of California (4)
American Government (8 units)
- POSC 1201 American Political Institutions (4)
- POSC 1202 Public Policy/California Politics (4)
Economics (8 units)
- ECON 2301 Principles of Microeconomics (4)
- ECON 2302 Principles of Macroeconomics (4)
- Breadth and Perspectives (35 units)
Historiography and Research Methods (4 units)
- HIST 3010 Historical Writing (4)
History/Social Science Teaching (3 units)
- TED 3001 Exploring Education (3)
American Democracy (12 units)
One of the following:
- HIST 3412 (4)
- HIST 3413 (4)
- HIST 3414 (4)
One of the following:
- HIST 3415 (4)
- HIST 3416 (4)
- HIST 3417 (4)
One of the following:
- POSC 3111 (4)
- POSC 3120 (4)
- POSC 3150 (4)
- POSC 3410 (4)
- POSC 3441 (4)
- POSC 3442 (4)
American Diversity (4 units)
One of the following:
- ES 3810 (4)
- HIST 3571 (4)
- HIST 3572 (4)
- POSC 3333 (4)
- POSC 3340 (4)
- SOC 3420 (4)
- SOC 3425 (4)
- SOC 3520 (4)
- WOST/ES 3420 (4)
Global Perspectives (12 units)
One of the following:
- GEOG 3515 (4)
- GEOG 3540 (4)
- GEOG 3550 (4)
One of the following:
- HIST 3017 (4)
- HIST 3160 (4)
- HIST 3170 (4)
- HIST 3223 (4)
One of the following:
- HIST 3305 (4)
- HIST 3312 (4)
- HIST 3313 (4)
- HIST 3325 (4)
- HIST 3345 (4)
- HIST 3605 (4)
- Assessment Capstone (1 unit)
- HIST 4500 The California History/Social Science Framework (1)
No more than 8 units may be taken on a CR/NC basis. No more than 8 units with a grade below "C" may be submitted in fulfillment of any program requirement. To successfully complete the program, a student must have a minimum 2.5 GPA in courses taken to fulfill program requirements or complete additional coursework to be determined by the program advisor. Students must successfully complete the "capstone course" in the final quarter of their participation in the program.
