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Become the Teacher Who Inspired You
Each of us had at least one teacher who truly inspired us. Today, there’s a need to find the next generation of great teachers. How about you? If you’re thinking about a career in education, you’ve come to the right place.
For over 65 years, UMass Global has been a leader in California education. Our combination of degrees and credentials, featuring online coursework and in-classroom fieldwork, allows you to keep working while working toward becoming that next great teacher.
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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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Understanding Teaching Qualifications
Teaching qualifications can seem confusing, especially when they vary from state to state. Learn about the various credentials, licensure, certificates and more. Plus get in-depth answers to the following common questions:
- What are the various educational pathways for teachers?
- What is alternative career teacher certification?
- Do you need specific credentials to teach certain subjects?
- Why pursue teaching certificates and authorizations?
Testimonials
I now have the skill set to go forth and be the leader to really help my community and make it better.
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Education, Educational Administration, MAE
Your roadmap to becoming a teacher in California
So when it comes to gearing up for a robust education career in the state of California, where should you start? UMass Global is here to help!
We designed this helpful infographic to assist you in navigating your path to becoming a teacher in California. Once you identify your desired destination, use this tool to plot your next steps.
Become the Teacher Who Inspired You
Have questions about enrollment, degree programs or financial aid? A UMass Global enrollment coach can help.
Programs Offered
Teaching & Education
Instruction Elementary Reading, Course
This course covers the research-driven model of explicit instruction by teaching how to select the appropriate reading behavior or skill for your student or groups, build an action plan aligned to student goals, and implement the lesson into your elementary reading classroom.
$210
Instruction Elementary Reading, Course
This course covers the research-driven model of explicit instruction by teaching how to select the appropriate reading behavior or skill for your student or groups, build an action plan aligned to student goals, and implement the lesson into your elementary reading classroom.
Certificates & Courses
Online
Extended Education
1 PDU
$210
Teaching & Education
Integrated ELD Instr Math, Course
Create an integrated unit plan that incorporates English Language Development (ELD) strategies focused on academic language, vocabulary development, and listening and speaking in K-6 mathematics.
$400
Integrated ELD Instr Math, Course
Create an integrated unit plan that incorporates English Language Development (ELD) strategies focused on academic language, vocabulary development, and listening and speaking in K-6 mathematics.
Certificates & Courses
Online
Extended Education
2 PDUs
$400
Teaching & Education
Intro Project Based Learning
Create a rigorous, high quality, and engaging project-based learning unit.
$400
Intro Project Based Learning
Create a rigorous, high quality, and engaging project-based learning unit.
Certificates & Courses
Online
Extended Education
3 PDUs
$400
Not accepting enrollments
Teaching & Education
IT: Teaching 21st Century Learner, Certificate
Build your instructional technology skills with this four-course graduate certificate that will boost your teaching effectiveness and engagement in online and in-person learning environments.
IT: Teaching 21st Century Learner, Certificate
Not accepting enrollments
Build your instructional technology skills with this four-course graduate certificate that will boost your teaching effectiveness and engagement in online and in-person learning environments.
Certificates & Courses
Online
Online
3 credits per course
$550 per course
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have your sights set on teaching a particular subject, you should pursue the Single Subject Teaching Credential. Educators holding this credential are authorized to teach a specific subject to students ranging in age from preschool to 12th grade, and less commonly, adult students. See possible subject areas.
A Multiple Subject Teaching Credential is the primary requirement for teaching in California's elementary schools, grades K-6, but may authorize the holder to teach in higher level grades as well. It includes course work to allow teachers to support students who are learning the English language (ESL). Get more info.
The Education Specialist Instruction Credential authorizes educators to teach and support students with identified disabilities and provide special education support for students in a particular area of focus such as autism and language development. They can also conduct educational assessments to identify how to best help students progress toward achieving their academic goals. See more specialties.
Even if a teacher meets a different state’s requirements, they will still need to apply for a new license to teach there. See the specific guidelines and dig deeper into earning your credential with our resource, "The California educator's guide to choosing the right teaching credential."