General Education Requirements:

Total 48 units of which 9 are in the major, denoted with double asterisks **. 

Courses designated with an asterisk * are required for completion of the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing approved 84-unit Elementary Subject Matter (ESM) Waiver Program. Completion of the ESM Waiver meets the subject matter requirement and Subject Matter Examination is then not required for fieldwork or for the credential. Students having passed the Subject Matter Examination may make appropriate course substitutions for ESM classes with advisor approval.

Elementary Subject Matter (ESM) Waiver Program: 

ESM Waiver meets the subject matter requirement and Subject Matter Examination is then not required for fieldwork or for the credential. 

Credential Program Admission Requirements

Students transferring to Cal State LA who plan to major in Urban Learning are strongly encouraged to meet the Basic Skills Requirement (e.g., pass all sections of CBEST) before transferring.  Students should see a major adviser regarding completion of the degree and other credential requirements.

I. Conditional Admission (to Options 1, 2, or 3)

Requirements for undergraduate preliminary (conditional) admission to credential programs include the following:

• Junior standing (minimum 60 completed semester units)
• Completion of CCOE application materials including any fees
• Grade point average of 2.67 or higher in all undergraduate coursework attempted
• Official transcripts from all colleges attended
• A negative TB test current within the last 12 months
• Two strong and supportive letters of recommendation
• A well written and meaningful Philosophy of Education Statement
• Background clearance from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
• Attempt Basic Skills Requirement (e.g., all sections of the CBEST examination or equivalent)

II. For Admission without Conditions (to Options 1, 2, or 3)

Students will need the previous requirements met plus the following:

• An overall 3.0 GPA must be maintained in all professional education courses with a minimum grade of “C” in each course for the major, elementary subject matter and credential components;
• A signed academic program plan; plus
• Completion of the option prerequisite courses:

Option 1 - Integrated Multiple Subject Credential (ESM, Degree and Credential Completion Option)

Prerequisite courses: EDCI 4000 and EDCI 4011 and EDSP 4000 and ULRN 2120 and (COMM 1100 or COMM 1510 or an acceptable alternative by petition)

Option 2 - Integrated Education Specialist (Special Education) Credential (ESM, Degree and Intern Credential Completion Option)

Prerequisite courses:EDCI 4000 and  EDSP 4000 and (COMM 1100 or COMM 1510 or an acceptable alternative by petition)

Option 3 - Accelerated Dual (Multiple Subject and Education Specialist) Credential (ESM, Degree and Intern Credential Completion Option)

Prerequisite courses: EDCI 4000 and EDSP 4000 and (COMM 1100 or COMM 1510 or an acceptable alternative by petition)

Requirements for the Major (59 units)

Option 1 - Integrated Multiple Subject Credential (32 units)

 This is the ESM, Degree and Credential Completion Option. 

• EDCI 4000 Transformative Teaching in Diverse Urban Classrooms (3)  
• EDEL 4020 Introduction to Instructional Design, Assessment and Classroom Management Methods (3)  
• EDEL 4150 Curriculum and Teaching of Reading and Language Arts (3)  
• EDEL 4160 Curriculum and Teaching of Writing/Language Arts (3)  
• EDEL 4170 Curriculum and Teaching of Elementary Mathematics (3)  
• EDEL 4180 Curriculum and Teaching of Elementary School Science (3)  
• EDEL 4190 Curriculum and Transformative Teaching of Social Science (3)  
• EDEL 4880 Directed Teaching: Multiple Subject (7)  
• EDEL 4881 Reflection, Synthesis and Assessment of Directed Teaching (3)  
• ULRN 4150 - Assessment and Learning (3) 

Option 2 - Integrated Education Specialist Intern Credential (27-31 units)

This is the ESM, degree and intern credential completion option in special education. 

Option 2 Required Courses (15 units)

• EDCI 4000 Transformative Teaching in Diverse Urban Classrooms (3)  
• EDSP 4020 Assessment and Educational Planning for Students with Disabilities (3)  
• EDSP 4030 Behavior Supports, Social Skills, and Classroom Management (3)  
• EDSP 4050 Instruction to Support Students with Disabilities in Core English/Language Arts Curriculum (3)  
• EDEL 4170 Curriculum and Teaching of Elementary Mathematics (3)  

Discipline Courses (12-16 units)

Complete one of the following four disciplines:

I . Mild/Moderate Disabilities

• EDSP 4040 Collaboration, Co-Teaching, and Consultation for Effective Education and Transition Planning (3)  
• EDSP 4252 Instructional Planning and Delivery for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3)  
• EDSP 4253 Instruction, Assessment, and Curricular Supports in Mathematics, Science and Social Studies for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3)  
• EDSP 4257 Tier 2 and Tier 3 Study of Literacy Problems and Specialized Interventions for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3)  
• EDSP 4061 Early Fieldwork in Inclusive Teaching: Mild/Moderate Disabilities (4)  

II. Moderate/Severe Disabilities

• EDSP 4040 Collaboration, Co-Teaching, and Consultation for Effective Education and Transition Planning (3)  
• EDSP 4310 Curriculum and Instructional Methods for Students with Moderate/Severe Disabilities (3)  
• EDSP 4630 Augmentative and Alternative Communication in Special Education (3)  
• EDSP 4062 Early Fieldwork in Inclusive Teaching: Moderate/Severe Disabilities (4)  

III. Physical & Health Impairments

• EDSP 4600 Implications of Physical and Health Impairments (3)  
• EDSP 4620 Understanding Physical, Health, and Multiple Disabilities (3)  
• EDSP 4630 Augmentative and Alternative Communication in Special Education (3)  
• EDSP 4640 Assessment and Curricular Adaptations for Students with Physical, Health, and Multiple Disabilities (3)  
• EDSP 4063 Early Fieldwork in Teaching: Physical and Health Impairments (4)  

IV. Visual Impairments

• EDSP 4650 Medical Aspects of Visual Impairments (2)  
• EDSP 4650L Functional Low Vision Assessment (1)  
• EDSP 4660 Literary Braille Code for Individuals with Visual Impairments (3)  
• EDSP 4690 Psychological, Sociological, and Vocational Implications of Visual Impairment and Blindness (2)  
• EDSP 4064 Early Fieldwork in Teaching: Visual Impairments (4)  

Option 3 - Accelerated Dual Credential (33 units)

 This is the ESM, Degree and Credential Completion Option.

A unique feature of this option is the possibility for candidates in the teaching credential options to complete three additional CTC-approved Bilingual Authorization courses. These courses prepare candidates to develop, implement, and adapt curriculum and instructional strategies for bilingual, dual language, and cross-cultural settings. The candidate will also be required take the CSET exam for the targeted language. Upon successful completion of these additional requirements, the candidate will be ready to apply for the Bilingual Authorization.

Option 3 Required Courses (33 units)

• EDCI 4000 Transformative Teaching in Diverse Urban Classrooms (3)  
• EDCI 4111 Curriculum and Teaching of Integrated Literacy and Communication (3)  
• EDCI 4112 Curriculum and Teaching of STEM Education (3)  
• EDCI 4113 Curriculum and Teaching of Social Studies, Civic Learning and Humanities (3)  
• EDSP 4020 Assessment and Educational Planning for Students with Disabilities (3)  
• EDSP 4030 Behavior Supports, Social Skills, and Classroom Management (3)  
• EDSP 4252 Instructional Planning and Delivery for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3)  
• EDSP 4257 Tier 2 and Tier 3 Study of Literacy Problems and Specialized Interventions for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3)  
• EDSP 4060 Clinical Practicum in Inclusive Teaching: Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3)  
• EDSP 4455 Fieldwork in Residency: Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3)  
• EDEL 4455 Fieldwork in Residency: Multiple Subjects (3)  

Optional CTC- Approved Bilingual Authorization Courses (7 units)

• EDCI 5560 Inquiry into Methods of Teaching Academic Literacy in the Target Language (3)  
• EDCI 5570 Research and Pedagogy for the Bilingual Learner: Exploring Cultural Impact (3)  
• EDCI 5580 Reflection, Synthesis, and Assessment: Bilingual Authorization Portfolio (1)  

Option 4 - Teaching and Learning (18 units)

This is the ESM and Degree Completion Option.

   Option 4 Required Courses (9 units)

• ULRN 4150 Assessment and Learning (3)  
• CHDV 4120 Issues in Child Abuse, Interpersonal Violence (3)  
• or
• SW 3761 Child Welfare (3)  
• COMM 3890 Intercultural Communication in Civic Contexts (3)  

Free Electives (9 units)

Electives are selected with advisor approval to address academic needs prior to entering the teaching credential program.