Internship Pathway

The Multiple Subject Credential Program is a self-paced program allowing candidates to attend full or part time. To be intern eligible candidates must first apply to the University, complete the pre-requisite and co-requisite courses in their first semester and apply to the program, then take the additional courses to be intern eligible in the second semester. Once intern eligible (see requirements above), candidates can then obtain a full-time teaching position and apply for the Internship Pathway. Once issued the Intern Credential is valid for up to 2 years and allows candidates to complete the remaining courses and student teaching requirements while working full time as a teacher of record. Below is a suggested intern course sequence:

Pre-requisites (12 units)

Note: EDEL 380 & EDSP 303 must be in progress or completed to apply to MSCP. EDEL 380, EDSP 303, EDEL 413, EDEL 431 & EDEL 442 must be completed with grades posted prior to being eligible to apply for an internship. Applications submitted while these courses are in progress will not be accepted. 

• EDEL 380 - Teaching and Learning in a Democratic Society (3 units) (Requires 20 hours of Fieldwork while enrolled in this course.)
• EDSP 303 - Preparing to Teach Special Populations in the General Education Classroom (1 unit)

       You must earn a B or better grade in EDEL 380 and EDSP 303 to be admitted to the MSCP.

• EDEL 413 - Developmentally Appropriate Teaching Practices (2 units)
• EDEL 431 - Cultural and Linguistic Diversity in Schools (3 units)
• EDEL 442 - Teaching and Learning Language Arts, K-8 (3 units), Subject Specific Pedagogy, *Intern candidates should see the CED Student Success & Advising Center for permission to enroll in this course for Intern Eligibility prior to being admitted to the Internship Pathway. Candidates must have a serious internship prospect to be permitted to enroll in this course prior to program admission.

Subject Specific Pedagogy/Methods Courses (12 units)

You must be officially admitted to the Multiple Subject Credential Program in order to take the following pedagogy courses. Candidates will be asked to present their "MSCP Admit Card" on the first day of class. 

• EDEL 452 - Teaching and Learning Reading, K-8 (3 units)
• EDEL 462 - Teaching and Learning Mathematics, K-8 (3 units)
• EDEL 472 - Teaching and Learning History-Social Science, K-8  (3 units)
• SCED 475 - Teaching and Learning Science, K-8 (3 units)

Student Teaching (16 units)

Interns must submit a Student Teaching Application on the website and apply to student teach at the beginning of the semester prior to take the course listed below (please see the Student Teaching section of the MSCP Handbook for more information). 

• EDEL 572A - Intern Student Teaching in Diverse Classrooms (6 units)
• EDEL 572B - Intern Student Teaching in Diverse Classrooms (6 units)
• EDEL 483 - CalTPA Support & Student Teaching Seminar (4 units)

Course Sequence

The MSCP is a self-paced program. Candidates may attend either part time or full time. Below is a recommended MSCP course sequence:

Semester 1: EDEL 380, EDSP 303, EDEL 413, EDEL 431, EDEL 442 (12 units)

*Candidates are intern eligible after completion of semester 1 coursework and admission to the program.

Semester 2:  EDEL 452, SCED 475 and EDEL 597 (8 units)

Semester 3:  EDEL 462, EDEL 472 and EDEL 597 (8 units)

Semester 4: EDEL 572A and EDEL 572B Intern Student Teaching & EDEP 483 (16 units)

For assistance with planning your program, contact the CED Student Success & Advising Center. 

To be eligible for an internship, MSCP Candidates must have met ALL of the following requirement:

• Be admitted to the Multiple Subject Credential Program
• Be a matriculated CSULB Student (Interns must be matriculated and enrolled in a course each semester they are an active MSCP Intern. Interns cannot take a Leave of Absence.)
• Hold a US Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education or equivalent.
• Have completed the Subject Matter Competency Requirement
• Have completed the US Constitution Requirement
• Have completed (with grades posted) 120 pre-service hours in the areas/courses listed below:
  • General pedagogy including classroom management and planning (EDEL 380 & EDSP 303)
  • Reading/language arts (EDEL 442)
  • Subject Specific pedagogy (EDEL 380 & EDEL 442)
  • Human Development (EDEL 413 & EDSP 303)
  • Specific content regarding the teaching of English Language Learners (EDEL 431)
• Candidates in the BILA pathway must demonstrate language competency through passage of the BILA CSET subtest III prior to internship eligibility.

Once candidates have completed all of the above requirements, they are eligible for an internship and can request an Internship Eligibility Letter to provide school districts when applying for teaching positions.

University Admission

• Admission to the credential program is separate from admission to the university.
• Post-Bacc students must apply to the university by the published deadline.
• Most candidates:
  • Apply to the university first (to complete prerequisites), then apply to the program.
• Some candidates:
  • Apply to the university and program simultaneously if prerequisites are already completed.
• ⚠️ University admission does not guarantee program admission.

Steps to Apply for the MSCP Internship Pathway

Step 1: Secure a Teaching Position

• Obtain a full-time teaching position as the teacher of record.
• Confirm that CSULB has an Internship Agreement with your district.
• Obtain an Offer of Employment on district letterhead including:
  • District and school site
  • Start date
  • Grade level/assignment
  • The type of credential or permit you will be employed under.

Step 2: Complete the Pre-Internship Application to initiate the approval process.

Prior to completing the Pre-Internship Application you must have an official offer in writing from your district HR. You will need to upload this to the Pre-Internship Application. 

Click here to complete Pre-Internship Application

⚠️ Important Deadline Policy

• Internships cannot be approved after census (week 4 of the semester).
• If you receive an offer after census, approval will be delayed until the next semester.

Deadlines for Pre-Internship Applications

Step 3: Program Review

• Once your Pre-Internship Application is submitted:
  • The Student Success & Advising Center (SSAC) will review eligibility.
  • The application is sent to your Program Coordinator for review.
  • If approved, the Faculty Intern Coordinator will contact you to schedule your Step 4 meeting.

Step 4: Internship Application & Credential Recommendation

• Meet with the Faculty Intern Coordinator to review internship and application requirements.
• Submit your completed Internship Application (via DocuSign) for final approval. Must be submitted prior to the CSULB semester beginning for Student Teaching Interns or prior to census date for Pre-Student Teaching Interns.
• Once approved and all documents are in place:
  • You will be recommended to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) for your Internship Credential within 10-14 days of your application being approved by your program coordinator.
  • You will then receive an email from CTC with instructions to apply online with the CTC and pay the fee. Your credential will then typically be granted within 10-14 days.
• ✅ The Internship Credential is valid for 2 years.
  ✅ To earn your Preliminary Teaching Credential, all program requirements (including CalTPAs) must be completed.

Ongoing Requirements

• Remain enrolled in at least one credential course (EDEL 597) each semester until program completion.
• Log weekly Intern support hours in MyCED.
• Prepare lesson plans for University Mentor when being observed
• Meet a minimum of 6 times throughout the semester with your University Mentor.
• Attend Mandatory Program Workshops.
• Interns cannot take a Leave of Absence.

The Early Completion Intern Option (ECO) is intended to provide individuals who have requisite skills and knowledge an opportunity to challenge the course work portion of a Multiple or Single Subject Intern Program and demonstrate pedagogical skills through a performance assessment while in a Commission-approved intern program.

To be eligible for the Early Completion Intern Option candidates must:

1. Complete program pre and co-requisite courses and all MSCP program admission requirements including meeting the requirements for teacher fitness (CTC Clearance)
2. Be admitted to the Multiple Subject Credential Program
3. Complete all Internship Pathway eligibility requirements (see above)
4. Pass the National evaluation series (NES) Assessment of Professional Knowledge (APK): Elementary (Test code 051)
5. Complete the US Constitution requirement
6. Have an offer of employment in a District or Charter School in which CSULB has an Intern MOU and an Affiliation Agreement on file.

If you have met the above requirements, submit the Initial Internship Application above to begin the application and approval process. 

Once admitted to the ECO pathway, interns must successfully complete the requirements below within two years:

1. Pass the Teacher Performance Assessment (CalTPA Cycle 1: MPA & Cycle 2: LPA) on the first attempt within the first year of the program. Candidates that do not pass the TPA on the first attempt must then complete the full program.
2. Meet the literacy requirement by obtaining a passing score on the Literacy Performance Assessment (CalTPA Cycle 2: LPA) or passage of the Foundations of Reading exam.
3. Complete foundational technology coursework that includes general and specialized skills in the use of computers in educational settings. 

Candidates that meet the requirements and are approved for the ECO Intern option will be recommended to the CTC for a University Intern Credential which is valid for 2 years. The University Intern credential authorize the same instruction at the same grade levels as the corresponding preliminary and clear credentials.