Program: Teacher Education (MA/Credential) - Claremont Graduate University

2021-2022 Bulletin: Program Requirements

Apr 08, 2025

The Teacher Education Program at CGU offers coursework to assist students in achieving a variety of goals.

Credentials. Both Preliminary and Clear Credentials for multiple subject, single subject, and education specialist instruction are available.
MA/Credential. Because the program is both a master’s and a credentialing program, CGU institutional degree requirements and California State credentialing requirements must be met.

Specific credential and degree programs are listed below. For specific details, refer to the program’s website or call (909) 621-8076.

Admission. Admission requirements are detailed in the Admissions section of the current Policies and General Information Bulletin.

University Policies. Policies detailed in the current Policies and General Information Bulletin apply.

Degree Requirements

Graduate Degrees. Policies detailed in the current Policies and General Information Bulletin apply. The Student Accounts section of the Bulletin provides information about finances.

Credentials. Contact the Teacher Education program office for details about California State requirements.

General Education Credentials

Multiple Subject Preliminary Credential and MA in Education (36 units, including a minimum of 6 units of practical training)

Single Subject Preliminary Credential and MA in Education (36 units, including a minimum of 6 units of practical training)

English
Mathematics
Science
Social Science
World Languages

Multiple Subject Clear Credential (24 professional credits)

Single Subject Clear Credential (24 professional credits)

All subjects

Education Specialist Credentials

Mild/Moderate Preliminary Credential and MA in Education (38 units, including a minimum of 6 units of practical training)

Moderate/Severe Preliminary Credential and MA in Education (38 units, including a minimum of 6 units of practical training)

Mild/Moderate Clear Credential (24 professional credits)

Moderate/Severe Clear Credential (24 professional credits)

Dual Credential Programs

Dual Education Specialist Credential and MA in Education (44 units)

Mild/Moderate
Moderate/Severe

Dual General Education and Education Specialist Credential and MA in Education (44-51 units)

Unit requirement dependent upon area of specialization

Graduate Degrees

Education

Credentials and certificates may be earned in conjunction with the MA in Education. Degree requirements are available on the Education, MA page.

Preliminary credential programs are specifically designed to be earned concurrently with the MA in Education.

Applied Mathematics

The Preliminary Subject Credential in Mathematics can be earned together with the Master of Arts in Applied Mathematics by completing the required 52 units. Coursework consists of 32 specific education units and 20 specific mathematics units. To be successful in the program, applicants must possess a strong background in applied mathematics.