Inspired Teaching and Learning with a Preliminary Single Subject Teaching Credential and Internship Option (California)
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Program Overview
Engage and inspire K-12 learners, including students with diverse needs, by earning an Inspired Teaching and Learning with a Single Subject Teaching Credential and Internship Option. This program is designed for candidates who are dedicated to inspiring all K-12 learners by ensuring for them social-emotional thriving, meaningful academic achievement, and equitable and inclusive learning communities. The program and courses meet the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) requirements for a Preliminary Single Subjects teaching credential. Candidates are required to successfully complete foundation courses, single subject credential method courses, and a clinical practice path (student teaching or internship).
*Please Note: Students need to satisfy/pass the Basic Skills Requirement (e.g., CBEST) and Subject Matter Competency Requirement (e.g., CSET) early (prior to Credential Area Methods coursework) into their programs to avoid interruptions to program progress and/or financial aid arrangements.
The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accredits public and private schools, colleges, and universities in the U.S.
Course Details
Credential Requirements
- 13 courses; 54 quarter units
Includes all foundation core, credential area methods, and those clinical practice courses granting graduate credit.
Introductory Core Course
- 1 course; 4.50 quarter units
Graduate level credential program requirements; K-12 school and classroom experiences; and observational skills in K-12 classrooms. Principles sustaining an inspired teacher mindset. Electronic showcase reflecting professional growth throughout the program.
Foundation Core Requirements
- 3 courses; 13.5 quarter units
Examines psychological, socio-cultural, linguistic, and other factors influencing development, learning, and the full range of learners, including English Learners, standard-English learners, students with exceptionalities, and students with other needs. Considers a variety of data to identify appropriate strategies and community-based resources to support all learners and their families.
Prerequisite: ITL 604
Examines theories and research regarding typical and atypical child and adolescent development and learning. Considers various data collection and assessment techniques guiding the selection of effective instructional strategies, practices, resources, and technologies needed to create environments supporting the full range of learners and provide equitable access to the curriculum.
Prerequisite: ITL 606
Candidates integrate principles of learning theories and factors influencing human development when designing instruction and evaluating instructional effectiveness. Candidates will utilize a four-stage cyclical model of planning, teaching, analyzing and reflecting in the process of learning-and-teaching to ensure all students equitable access to the curriculum.
All Foundation Courses meet CTC requirements for Intern Pre-Service coursework.
Single Subject Credential Area Methods Courses
PRIOR to beginning any of the Single Subject Credential Area Methods courses below, the candidate must successfully complete all Core courses, Basic Skills and Subject Matter, and meet any other related program requirements.
- 5 courses; 22.5 quarter units
Single subject teacher candidates utilize research-based methods aligned with CA’s Common Core Standards and ELA/ELD frameworks. Applies principles and strategies needed to teach grades 9-12 content-based language/literacy instruction for English speakers, English learners, Standard English learners, and students with exceptionalities and other learning needs
Prerequisite: ITL 520
Single subject teacher candidates utilize research-based methods aligned with CA’s Common Core Standards and ELA/ELD frameworks to teach content-based instruction based on the language proficiency and literacy needs of English speakers, English learners, Standard English learners, and students with exceptionalities and other learning needs needed to sustain academic achievement.
Prerequisite: ITL 522
Instructional design principles for teaching in grades 7-12. Strategies for designing short and long-term curriculum/instruction/assessment aligned with content standards. Evidence-based research appropriate for the application the CA Common Core and academic standards across the various single subject content areas.
Prerequisite: ITL 526
Integrative instructional design models, approaches, and research in designated content areas. Analysis and reflection focused on teaching practices and beliefs. Learning Map design and implementation principles.
Research-based strategies and models managing an equitable and inclusive K-12 learning environments. Social-emotional growth, development, and individual responsibility. Positive interventions and supports, restorative justice, and conflict resolution practices. Prevention of common classroom problems. Effectively work with challenging students. Establishment of safe classroom and school environments to prevent bullying.
*Upon issuance of the University Intern Credential, this course must be taken first.
Clinical Practice Pathways: Student Teaching or Internship
- Student Teaching—4 courses; 13.5 quarter units or Internship—4-8 courses; 13.5–31.5 quarter units
Candidates will complete the clinical practice experience through student teaching or the internship. The following clinical practice courses do NOT grant graduate credit (ITL 550A, ITL 550B, ITL 650A, ITL 650B, ITL 650C, ITL 650D, ITL 650E, ITL 650F).
Student Teaching
- 4 courses; 13.5 quarter units
Student Teaching will be arranged by the university for candidates who have completed all program coursework and met all program/state requirements. Student Teaching is unpaid and composed of at least 600 instructional hours in designated K12 classrooms.
Corequisite: ITL 551A
First half (8-9 weeks) of student teaching experience. Establishment of 300 of 600 total hours. Clinical practice placement in a district-university approved California K-12 classroom corresponding to the designated CSET area. Six Teaching Performance Experience (TPE) domains composed of 45 new TPE elements. Grading is S, U or In Progress (IP).
Corequisite: ITL 550A
Seminar concurrently taken with ITL 550A, Student Teaching A. Six Teaching Performance Expectation (TPEs) domains composed of 45 TPE elements. CalTPA Cycle 1. Grading is S, U or In Progress (IP).
Corequisite: ITL 551B; Prerequisite: ITL 550A
Second half (8-9 weeks) of student teaching experience. Establishment of 300 of 600 total hours. Clinical practice placement in a district-university approved California K-12 classroom corresponding to the designated CSET area. Six Teaching Performance Experience (TPE) domains composed of 45 new TPE elements. Grading is S, U or In Progress (IP).
Corequisite: ITL 550B; Prerequisite: ITL 551A
Seminar concurrently taken with ITL 550B, Student Teaching B. Six Teaching Performance Expectation (TPEs) domains composed of 45 TPE elements. CalTPA Cycle 2.
*Does NOT grant graduate credit
OR Internship
- 4–8 courses; 13.5–31.5 quarter units
Placement in an internship occurs as a result of the candidate holding employment in an approved CA public school and in partnership with National University. Intern placements must align to the subject matter credential, be in compliance with the Commission on Teacher Credentialing, and meet National University’s requirements. Interns need to be in good standing as a teacher of record with an approved school employer and enrolled in National University for the duration of the active University Internship Teaching Credential. The intern serves as the teacher of record in an approved K-12 classroom and is paid by the school or school district. The University Internship Teaching Credential is good for two-years and requires the candidate to be employed in the district and enrolled in National University’s intern teacher credential program. As long as the candidate holds the intern credential and is employed, they have up to two-years to earn multiple subject credential. For a third year as an intern, the Commission must approve an extension of the intern credential and the candidate must obtain an approved petition from National University by documenting a medical emergency or other extreme circumstances necessitating an ‘exception to policy’. Consideration on a case by case basis. If the petition is granted, the intern will be required to complete one or both courses of the following courses during the third year: ITL 650E, ITL 650F, respectively.
Corequisite: ITL 651A
First half (4 months) of intern experiences as a teacher of record in year one’s practicum. Approved CSET area. Six Teaching Performance Experience (TPE) domains composed of 45 new TPE elements. Grading is S, U or In Progress (IP).
Corequisite: ITL 650A
Meets concurrently with ITL 650A CP Internship A: Year 1. Interns reflect as the teachers of record in their K-12 classrooms and apply the six Teaching Performance Expectation (TPEs) composing the 45 TPE Elements needed to pass CalTPA Cycle 1. Grading is S, U or In Progress (IP).
Corequisite: ITL 651B; Prerequisite: ITL 650A
Second half (4 months) of intern experiences as a teacher of record in year one’s practicum. Approved CSET area. Six Teaching Performance Experience (TPE) domains composed of 45 new TPE elements. Grading is S, U or In Progress (IP).
Corequisite: ITL 650B; Prerequisite: ITL 651A
Seminar concurrently taken with ITL 650B CP Internship B. Six Teaching Performance Expectation (TPEs) domains composed of 45 TPE elements. CalTPA Cycle 2. Grading is S, U or In Progress (IP).
Prerequisite: ITL 650B
First half (4 months) of intern experiences as a teacher of record in year two’s practicum. Approved CSET area. Six Teaching Performance Experience (TPE) domains composed of 45 new TPE elements. Grading is S, U or In Progress (IP).
Prerequisite: ITL 650C
Second half (4 months) of intern experiences as a teacher of record in year two’s practicum. Approved CSET area. Six Teaching Performance Experience (TPE) domains composed of 45 new TPE elements. Grading is S, U or In Progress (IP).
Prerequisite: ITL 650D
First half (4 months) of intern experiences as a teacher of record in year three’s practicum. Approved CSET area. Six Teaching Performance Experience (TPE) domains composed of 45 new TPE elements. Approved Committee for Academic Standards petition required. Grading is S, U or In Progress (IP).
Prerequisite: ITL 650E
Second half (4 months) of intern experiences as a teacher of record in year three’s practicum. Approved CSET area. Six Teaching Performance Experience (TPE) domains composed of 45 new TPE elements. Approved Committee for Academic Standards petition required. Grading is S, U or In Progress (IP).
Degree Requirements
To receive a California Preliminary Single Subject Teaching Credential and Intern Option, candidates must complete at least 54 quarter units of graduate credit, 31.5 of which must be taken in residence at National University. The degree consists of those courses granting degree units in the: Core, Single Subject Credential Methods, Clinical Practice (student teaching or internship). Further information on graduate admission and evaluation can be found in the Academic Information for Graduate Degrees section of the catalog.
A number of requirements must be completed prior to taking ITL 600, including successful completion of the Credential Packet. The Packet includes a number of requirements, such as cleared background clearance and Negative TB test. To better understand the requirements, please refer to the Sanford College of Education’s Credential Information section located in this catalog.
Additionally, the Basic Skills and Subject Matter must be passed prior to beginning the Single Subject Credential Methods courses.
Each credential course (ITL) includes a required 4-hour field experience in one or more classrooms (grades 7-12) representing diverse student populations. The field experience requirement is associated with the clinical practice courses.
Candidates choosing the Internship option with the Preliminary Single Subject Teaching Credential will need to meet the Internship Eligibility requirements as outlined in the Sanford College of Education Credential information section of the catalog.
Once the candidate is Intern Eligible, the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) mandates all approved internship programs require a minimum of 120 hours of pre-service coursework (ITL 600, ITL 604, ITL 606, ITL 608) prior to becoming eligible for the Internship Option.
Internship Option: The Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) mandates all approved intern programs provide a minimum of 120 hours of pre-service coursework prior to becoming Intern Eligible. Complete the foundation sequence of ITL 600, ITL 604, ITL 606, ITL 608; basic skills and subject matter; and have a school or district letter verifying a teaching position job offer as the ‘teacher of record’.
The CA Education Code stipulates a minimum of 144 hours of support and supervision must be provided to the candidate each year of intern employment and documented. Interns without a valid English Learner (EL) Authorization from CTC will be required to receive an additional 45 hours of EL preparation support each year of intern employment (Total 189 hours).
The Internship Option is designed to be completed within two years and the university may not extend intern documents beyond that time. The CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) requires an intern-candidate holding a valid University Internship Credential to be continuously enrolled in clinical practice support and supervision. During the first-year, the intern will take ITL 650A and ITL 651A, ITL 660B and ITL 651B. By the start of the second year, if the intern’s employment continues and the program’s requirements have not been met, then, the Commission requires National University to provide the intern with ongoing, K12 classroom-based support and supervision. Therefore, the intern will need be enrolled in ITL 650C and, if needed, ITL 650D. For the intern to continue for a third year, the Commission must approve an extension of the University Intern Credential and National University must approve the intern’s petition for an exception to policy. For the petition, the intern is required to document a medical emergency or other extreme circumstances necessitating an ‘exception to policy’. The petition’s approval is granted on a case by case basis and would require the intern to complete one or both of the following courses: ITL 650E, ITL 650F, respectively.
Interns in the Early Completion Option (ECO) route are still required to receive the general support and supervision provided to all interns while they are serving on an Intern credential.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Integrate the knowledge needed for engaging and supporting all K-12 learners, including those with diverse learning needs.
- Integrate the knowledge needed for creating and maintaining effective learning environments and for making subject matter comprehensible for all K-12 learners, including those with diverse learning needs.
- Integrate the knowledge needed for designing and planning learning experiences for all K-12 learners, including those with diverse learning needs.
- Integrate the knowledge needed for assessing all K-12 learners, including those with diverse learning needs.
- Integrate the knowledge needed for being a legal, ethical, and professional educator for all K-12 learners, including those with diverse learning needs.
- Reflect critically about professional beliefs and practices in the application of teaching and learning principles needed to inspire K-12 learners as well as being an inspired teacher.
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