Virtual learning will continue through the summer 2020 term - Multiple Subject & Dual Credential Programs
The Multiple Subject credential program at Fresno State is for students who want to become kindergarten or elementary school teachers, K-8. Our nationally accredited and award-winning program prepares candidates to teach elementary school in culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
The Dual credential program allows you to earn your Multiple Subject and Education Specialist (Special Education) credential simultaneously. The Education Specialist Credential authorizes the holder to teach students with mild/moderate or moderate/severe disabilities (grades TK-age 22) in public or private school programs, clinics, special schools, resource classrooms, educational programs, residential facilities, hospitals, and other agencies serving persons with disabilities. Some of the courses are required for both credentials but field placements are unique.
Program Options
BA in Liberal Studies
Start your credential program during your undergraduate degree.
Bilingual Authorization - Spanish or Hmong
Develop specialized strategies for working with English Language Learners while in your Multiple Subject Credential program.
Program Pathways
Partnerships
Daytime programs that use district facilities for university coursework and field experiences. Teacher candidates move through the program as a cohort with courses and clinical experiences "blocked" together for each of the three phases of the program. Partnerships allow candidates to experience the culture of a school and the cycle of the school year.
Residencies
Similar to a Partnership but also includes district professional development, guaranteed employment upon successful program completion and other special perks. To find out more about the difference between residency cohorts and other cohorts, check out our video.
- Clovis Residency: focused on Culturally and Linguistically Sustaining Practices (CLSP)
- Fresno Teacher Residency: focused on STEM preparation
- Madera Residency: focused on Dual Language Instruction
- Sanger Residency: focused on Universal Design for Learning