Credential Requirements

Bethany University will recommend a candidate to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) once a candidate meets the necessary standard of professional competence, and all prerequisites established by the CCTC and by the College. The College does not grant credentials; the College only recommends credential candidates to the CCTC. The same policy applies to candidates seeking ACSI credentials.
Many items in the application file and the student teaching file are included in the credential file and are necessary to determine a candidate's readiness to be recommended for a credential. In addition, the following must be fulfilled:

1. Proficiency in English composition
2. Demonstrated competency in oral language communication
3. Demonstrated knowledge and competency in U.S. Constitution - American Government (demonstrated by a grade of "C" or better on official transcripts for the appropriate college course, or CLEP exam, or other method of verification
4. Demonstrated competency in children's literature (all Multiple Subjects)
5. Demonstrated competency in linguistics
6. Passing score on the RICA exam (Multiple Subjects)
7. Completion of a minimum of 16 weeks of student teaching at two grade level ranges as designated by CCTC (or the equivalent which meets CCTC requirements)
8. Recommendation of the College supervisor, master teachers, and the TEP Graduate Council
9. Completion of any other requirements stipulated by CCTC or the credential program for the respective credential(s) being applied for
10. Completion of the College's exit documents, including those required by the Financial Aid Office, the credential analyst, and the Registrar
11. Completion of CPR requirements
12. The necessary money orders and the completed credential application form
13. One copy of official transcripts from each college attended
14. Verification by the credential analyst that all requirements have been met

For further detail on requirements, contact the credential analyst.

Recommendation for a Credential or a Degree

Admission of a student to a post-baccalaureate and/or graduate program does not constitute a commitment on the part of the college to accept the applicant as a candidate for a credential or a degree or to recommend the applicant for a credential or a degree. The Teacher Education Program reserves the right at any point in the student's progress in the program to determine the candidate's suitability for the credential or degree. The Program may, based on its professional judgment, inform the student of unsatisfactory progress and propose subsequent dismissal from the program.

LEVEL I Preliminary Credential Requirements:

A Preliminary Credential is issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) for a period of five years (see CCTC Handbook for details). Requirements set by the CCTC are subject to change at any time and may necessitate changes in Bethany's program. Individuals issued a Preliminary Credential by CCTC have five years to complete the additional requirements. Successful completion of the following requirements may lead to recommendation by Bethany University to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) for issuance of a Preliminary Credential. Requirements:

1. Demonstration of subject matter competence - Completion of a California Commission on Teacher Credentialing approved single subject subject-matter program, proven by a written statement from the authorized person in the education department of a California college or university with an approved program verifying completion of subject matter competency -OR- passing scores of the appropriate SSAT/CSET exams.
2. A baccalaureate degree or a higher degree completed in an accredited institution.
3. A passing score on the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST).
4. Satisfactory completion of an approved professional preparation sequence of courses. Bethany requires a grade point average of 3.0 in all coursework and no grade below a "C".
5. A full-time supervised student teaching experience.
6. Demonstrated competency in U.S. Constitutional principles and provisions.
7. Demonstrated competency in English composition and verbal skills.
8. Recommendation by a CCTC approved teacher preparation program, which may include evaluation of course grades, as well as competence in professional behaviors and skills necessary for a successful career as a teacher.
9. Passing scores on the RICA exam (all Multiple Subjects candidates).
10. Certificate of Clearance

LEVEL II Credential Requirements:

1. Demonstration of subject matter competency: Completion of a California Commission on Teacher Credentialing approved subject-matter program, or its equivalent, proven by a written statement from the authorized person in the education department of a California college or university with an approved program verifying completion of subject matter competency -OR- passing scores of the appropriate SSAT/CSET exams.
2. A baccalaureate degree or a higher degree completed in an accredited institution.
3. A passing score on the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST).
4. Satisfactory completion of an approved professional preparation sequence of all courses. Bethany requires a grade point average of 3.0 in all coursework.
5. Satisfactory completion of all professional coursework including competencies in technology, mainstreaming, health, and CPR.
6. Demonstrated competency in U.S. Constitutional principles and provisions.
7. Recommendation by a CCTC-approved teacher preparation program which may include evaluation of course grades, as well as demonstrated competency of professional behaviors and skills necessary for a successful career as a teacher.
8. Passing scores on the RICA exam (all Multiple Subjects candidates).
9. Certificate of Clearance
10. Demonstrated competency in English composition and verbal skills.

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