California State University, Northridge Michael D. Eisner College of Education Department of Elementary Education Frequently Asked Questions

Coordinator Contact Information

Traditional Program Coordinator: Dr. Greg Knotts ACT Program Coordinator: Dr. David Kretschmer ITEP Program Coordinator: Dr. Greg Knotts Intern Program Coordinator: Professor Jill Frieze Graduate Coordinator: Dr. Alexandria Hollett

Multiple Subject Teaching Credential

• Where do I learn more about the different pathways to earning a Multiple Subject Credential?
  • Traditional Program: This program is our most flexible, and fits the needs of most candidates. Applications are accepted for both the fall and spring semesters, and can be taken full or part time. Courses are offered in the late afternoon or evening.
  • ACT (Accelerated Collaborative Teacher Preparation Program): This program allows students to earn their credential in two semesters. Applications are only accepted in Fall semesters. Student in this pathway receive a cohort atmosphere with personalized advising and guaranteed course enrollment.
  • ITEP (Integrated Teacher Education Program):
    • Freshman Option: This pathway leads to a bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies and a Multiple Subject Credential concurrently. This full time cohorted program is designed for first time freshman students. Applications are only accepted in Fall semesters.
    • Junior Option: This pathway leads to a bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies and a Multiple Subject Credential concurrently, for those student with junior standing. Designed to be taken full or part time, applications are accepted in both Fall and Spring semesters.
  • Internship Program: This program is designed for students with an offer of full time employment in a public or charter elementary position. Classes are offered in the late afternoon and evening and certain coursework can be completed on the job.
• How do I apply for the credential program?
  • Traditional Students: For more information about the materials needed and to apply online, please visit the Credential Office Website.
  • ACT Students: Please contact the ACT Coordinator for more information or visit the ACT Website.

• • ITEP Students: For more information about the program and requirements visit the Liberal Studies Website.
  • Intern Students: Please contact the Intern Coordinator for more information.
• Where do I go for advisement?
  • If you are planning on applying for our Multiple Subject Teaching Credential Program, you can schedule an appointment online with the Credential Office at (818) 677 – 2733 to schedule an advisement appointment. You can also contact the coordinator for your selected pathway for advisement, see the above section for contact details.
  • If you are planning on applying for the ITEP Program, please contact the Liberal Studies department for advisement.
• What courses will I need to enroll in?
  • To view the list of courses for our Traditional and ACT programs, visit our website.
  • To view the list of courses for our ITEP program, visit the CSUN course catalog.
  • To view the list of course for our Intern program, visit our website.
• How do I receive permission numbers for my courses?
  • Click on the Permission Number Request Form link under Quick Links on the department homepage.
  • Student Teaching and seminar permission numbers are issued via your CSUN email account after your student teaching application has been processed and accepted. For more information about how to apply for student teaching, please visit the Credential Office website.
• How do I find out more information regarding student teaching?
  • For questions about the student teaching application process, please contact the Credential Office website for more information
  • For questions about your student teaching placement or any other student teaching questions, please contact our Field Experience office by email at elemst@csun.edu or by phone at (818) 677-3183.

Masters Program

• What are the program requirements?

1. Admission to the University
2. Department application
3. Preliminary teaching credential
   • To learn more about our admission process and course requirements, check out the CSUN Courses Catalog.

• How much does the program cost?
  • Tuition is calculated by number of units you are enrolled in. For current tuition fees, visit the Student Finance page to view the University Fee Schedules.
• What are the different program options?
  • We have 3 different options (30-32 units each):

1. Curriculum & Instruction