Junior-Year Entry Integrated Undergraduate Teacher Credential Program
The Junior-Year Entry Integrated (JYI) Teacher Credential Program in English is a blended program that enable students to earn a bachelor's degree in English and a single subject teaching credential as an undergraduate.
JYI-English (all other students)
In contrast to the traditional path to becoming a secondary school teacher, where students complete their bachelor's degree in English and then take an additional 31 units of education courses, the JYI program enables students with junior-level standing to complete both their bachelor's degree in English and their preliminary single subject teaching credential in as little as two years.
JYI Program highlights:
- Earn a bachelor's degree in English and a preliminary single subject teaching credential in English.
- Observe experienced teachers in both middle school and high school beginning junior year, allowing you to apply what you learn in your courses to the classroom.
- Complete two part-time student teaching assignments in middle school and high school settings.
- Graduate fully qualified and eligible for California teaching positions.
Benefits of Completing the JYI Program
Academic Excellence
- Experienced and committed faculty who are dedicated to preparing exemplary teachers.
- Challenging classes where students can develop both strong subject matter knowledge and effective teaching skills.
- Specialized coursework that prepares students to teach in culturally and linguistically diverse classrooms.
Supportive Community
- Specialized academic and professional advisement supports students throughout the program.
- Pre-designed curriculum and one-on-one advisement makes choosing courses easier and reduces the risk of taking extra unnecessary courses.
Affordability
- Financial aid and/or forgivable loans are available.
- Integrated programs typically require fewer total units than the traditional path.
Accessibility
- CSUN is conveniently located in the northern San Fernando Valley.
- Easy access to the 405, 134, and 118 freeways.
View the University Course Catalogue
Advising
Dr. Colleen Tripp
Director, FYI/JYI Program
Department of English
California State University Northridge
18111 Nordhoff Street
Northridge, CA 91330-8248
colleen.tripp@csun.edu