Education is a cornerstone of society. The work of teachers, counselors, administrators, and educational leaders is vital to not only individual students but the future of our communities. You're called to make a difference as an educator.
As part of ¹ú²ú¾çÂ鶹¾ç's School of Education, your journey toward an education degree will be supported by a strong network, connected to people and practical experience in the field, and equip you with the confidence to succeed through graduation and beyond. You'll join a group of students, faculty, and alumni who are highly sought after and well respected in their local education communities throughout San Diego, Bakersfield, and the entire state of California for their deep commitment to their craft and calling. Whether you're looking to earn a credential, added authorization, or a bachelor's degree or master's degree in education, ¹ú²ú¾çÂ鶹¾ç's School of Education has you covered.
School of Education: Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Education Programs
Undergraduate Programs
Through ¹ú²ú¾çÂ鶹¾ç’s bachelor’s in education degree programs, you can prepare to teach elementary, middle, or high school; work as a counselor or administrator; or succeed in a variety of careers with a solid liberal arts degree as a cross-disciplinary studies major. You can also take education coursework to supplement your major in another field like science, language, or math.
Graduate Programs
Whether you’re wanting to advance as a teacher with your certification, gain added authorization in special education, or take the next step in your career with your master's degree in education or teaching, ¹ú²ú¾çÂ鶹¾ç helps you discover your path forward in your calling to educate.
Undergraduate
Graduate Studies
Other Programs
- Adapted Physical Education Added Authorization
- Autism Added Authorization
- Early Childhood Special Education Added Authorization
- Emotional Disturbance Added Authorization
- Orthopedic Impairment Added Authorization
- Preliminary Administrative Services Credential
- Preliminary Education Specialist Credential (Dual Mild/Moderate & Extensive Support)
- Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential
- Preliminary Single Subject Credential
- Professional Clear Administrative Services Credential
- Pupil Personnel Services Credential
- Reading and Literacy Added Authorization
- Traumatic Brain Injury Added Authorization
Disclosure: This program meets the requirements for candidates preparing for educator licensure in the state of California and is approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. ¹ú²ú¾çÂ鶹¾ç does not guarantee that the program requirements for licensure in the state of California meets licensure requirements in other states or satisfies employment criteria in another state. Additionally, successful completion of this program by itself does not fulfill all of the requirements to become a credentialed teacher in California.
Opportunities for Engagement
Becoming a world citizen doesn't just happen within the classroom — it happens by interacting with new opportunities, people, places, and ideas. With real experience that counts toward your credential hours and reading workshops, financial services counselors who help you qualify for California's TEACH or Golden State Teacher grants, as well as free access to California Teachers Summit and four-day preparation courses for the CBEST, ¹ú²ú¾çÂ鶹¾ç’s School of Education offers many opportunities for meaningful engagement on your way toward your bachelor's or master’s degrees in education.
Faculty
Our faculty serve as both teachers and mentors, committed to guiding you toward a full and purposeful education. By helping you explore thought-provoking and influential ideas and engage complex and difficult questions, you'll have access to an environment devoted to the pursuit of truth. An education at ¹ú²ú¾çÂ鶹¾ç is both transformative and meaningful.
Contact Us
If you would like to learn more about the School of Education or any of our majors and minors, please reach out to us!
Undergraduate
(619) 849-7121
Graduate
(619) 329-6799
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