Multiple Subject Credential at NDNU

Embark on a dynamic path to becoming an educator with the Multiple Subject Program at Notre Dame de Namur University. Our comprehensive program is designed to equip aspiring teachers with the expertise needed to inspire and educate young minds across a variety of grade levels. Within just one year, you can complete professional coursework and gain hands-on experience through student teaching in two different grade settings, thanks to our strong partnerships with over 30 public school districts. Dive into a fulfilling career in education with NDNU, where we prepare you to make a lasting impact in the classroom.

Launching Lives of Purpose

Notre Dame de Namur University has long been recognized for its excellent programs in education. Presently, NDNU offers four credentials and four master’s degrees within the education department in the School of Education. Many of our alumni are active teachers and administrators in San Mateo County and throughout the peninsula. Personalized attention and individualized advising for students, field-oriented programs, and successful placement of credential graduates have characterized the teacher education program since its inception in 1953.

Fast-Track Multiple Subject Teaching Credential

The program at NDNU offers students the opportunity to complete the professional coursework and two student teaching experiences within a calendar year. One semester of student teaching is spent at the primary level and one semester at the intermediate grade level. We place NDNU students at two of the 30 + public schools districts where we have contracts.

The Multiple Subject Program at NDNU is a post-baccalaureate program, which requires a full fifth year, or 33 – semester units, of study.

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Distinctions of the
Multiple Subject Credential

The Teacher Education Department Programs allow students enrolled in its credential programs to articulate up to 12-units of specific credential courses toward certain master’s degrees.

School of Education faculty bring diverse academic and practical expertise teachers and administrators in public and private schools into their advising and instruction.

Admission Requirements

Verification of meeting California basic educational skills requirements or submission of transcripts for review by Credential Analyst
Verification of meeting California subject matter requirement or submission of transcripts for review by Credential Analyst
Statement of Intent describing your interest, experience, link to our mission, qualifies you bring to the program

Foundations

Psychological and developmental foundations
Sociological and multicultural foundations
Special Education for classroom teachers
Foundations for teaching English language learners
Technological applications in education
Health education

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Courses

Assessment in the Classroom
Reading and Language Arts – Primary Grades
Reading and Language Arts – Upper Grades
Curriculum Elementary Mathematics
Curriculum Elementary Social Studies
Curriculum Elementary Science
Student Teaching/ Intern Seminar I
Student Teaching/ Intern Seminar II

Program Requirements

CTC Certificate of Clearance (fingerprint clearance)
Provide a copy of negative tb test result within last 2 years
Provide verification of meeting the U.S. Constitution requirement by exam, course work, or CSU degree
Complete CPR training for infant, child, and adult
Personal interview with program director

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