To earn that credential, a student must first earn a Bachelor s degree. There are two pathways to enter a Single Subject Teaching Credential program. Specialist and Special Education Teaching Persons who possess a Multiple Subject or a Single Subject teaching credential may earn an additional specialist or special education credential. In California, special Education credentials can be earned in Communication Handicapped, Physically Handicapped, Learning Handicapped, Severely Handicapped, Gifted, Visually Handicapped, and Special Education Resource Specialist. Service Credentials Service credentials can be earned for other professional positions in California public schools.
Most community colleges require a minimum of a Master s degree for teaching positions.
Some community college vocational education positions may allow substitution of the required education with experience. Most 4-year colleges and universities require a doctoral degree for teaching or research positions. COS Resources College of the Siskiyous has many resources available to explore and achieve your career choice. The following are some departments at your service. Counseling Services 938-5353 A listing of Advisors and other resources for your major.