Application Overview for Preliminary Credential Programs
Multiple Subject
Single Subject
Education Specialist
Preliminary Credential Program Application Submission Periods
Fall Admission: October 1st – February 28th
Spring Admission: August 1st – September 30th
Check our Admissions webpage for application deadlines and extensions.
Requirements to enter Preliminary Credential Program
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Degree verified from accredited university
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GPA: 2.50 (cumulative) or 2.75 in last 60 semester units
Pre-Req Courses to enter Multiple Subject Credential Program
Pre-Reqs Completed: EDUC 417 and EDMS 419
Pre-Req Courses to enter Single Subject Credential Program
Pre-Reqs Completed: EDUC 417 and EDSS 418
Overview of application process
Candidates submit one application if they currently attend SSU as a post-bac student and are completing a MA Program, Credential Program or are taking the pre-reqs as a post-bac student. Please contact SOE (credentials.office@sonoma.edu) for the SOE application.
Candidates cannot move forward to the interview stage until they have submitted a complete application.
Documents to submit
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Statement of Purpose
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Basic Skills Requirement (submit one of following):
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confirmation of passage of exam
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registration of exam
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Subject Matter Competency (submit one of following):
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confirmation of completion of waiver program
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passage of CSET exam
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registration of CSET exam
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BA Degree in qualifying major
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45 hours of pre-program field experience form
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Official transcripts of all universities attended
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Two official letters of recommendation
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Certificate of Clearance
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Tuberculosis Clearance
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Legal Seminar: Certificate of Completion (SSU students)
Contact Us
Contact the Credentials Office with any admission or application questions. More information can be found on our website.