Add Another Subject to Your Teaching Options

Authorized by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, the Single Subject Added Authorization provides additional training to teachers who have already earned a single subject or multiple subject credential in California and want to expand their knowledge to teach an additional subject. You will select the subject and take the requisite single course. To add the Single Subject Credential, you will need to demonstrate subject matter knowledge (CSET, coursework, etc.)

  • Develop skills in teaching one new specific single subject content area.
  • Gain the expertise to teach at a junior high or high school level.

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12 Credits
$730/Credit
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Fall I (Aug 25, 2025)

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EDSU 533

Content Specific Strategies for Single Subjects (Series)

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Admission Requirements

Applicants for this added authorization must complete the formal application process with all required documents, which include:

  • Completed application
  • A copy of your active CA teaching credential

Add a Credential

  • Candidates who hold a Multiple or Single Subject Credential with English Learner Authorization (ELA) can add a Single Subject Authorization to their credential.
  • Candidates who hold a Single Subject Credential with ELA can add a Multiple Subject Content Authorization to their credential.

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University of Massachusetts Global's School of Education is accredited by the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing (CTC).

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