Teaching Credential Programs
Teaching credential programs at Dominican University of California's Ukiah Center are approved by California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. We are recognized for our highly-regarded curriculum, high-quality instruction, small class sizes, personalized attention, supportive learning community, and high post-graduation employment rates. For almost thirty years, we have been training teachers from Mondocino County as well as Sonoma County and Lake County. Our students learn from instructors who are classroom experts and know local school, district, and county cultures.
Preliminary Multiple-Subject Credential
The Preliminary Multiple-Subject Credential authorizes the holder to teach all subjects required in the public school curriculum for a self-contained classroom, pre-school through grade 12. This 35-unit program is primarily designed for aspiring teachers interested in teaching at the elementary and middle school levels through grade six.
The Preliminary Multiple-Subject Credential authorizes candidates to seek initial employment as a multiple-subject (elementary) teacher, but does not authorize ongoing teaching service. Candidates will need to complete professional preparation within five years of the date of issuance of the Preliminary Credential in order to continue ongoing teaching service as an educator. In order to complete the Professional credential, candidates are required to enroll in a commission-accredited SB 2042 Professional Teacher Induction Program usually called a Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment (BTSA) program
Download the 2012-2013 Multiple & Single Subject Teaching Credential Course Schedule (pdf)
Preliminary Single-Subject Credential
The Preliminary Single-Subject Credential authorizes the holder to teach single subject courses (within an approved field) required in the public school curriculum. This 35-unit program is primarily designed for individuals interested in teaching a single subject at the middle school, junior high and senior high school levels.
The Preliminary Single-Subject Credential authorizes candidates to seek initial employment as a single-subject (secondary) teacher, but does not authorize ongoing teaching service. Candidates will need to complete professional preparation within five years of the date of issuance of the Preliminary Credential in order to continue ongoing teaching service as an educator. In order to complete the Professional Credential, candidates are required to enroll in a commission-accredited SB 2042 Professional Teacher Induction Program usually called a Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment (BTSA) program.
Download the 2012-2013 Multiple & Single Subject Teaching Credential Course Schedule (pdf)
Education Specialist: Preliminary Mild/Moderate Credential Program
The Education Specialist: Preliminary Mild/Moderate Credential Program is designed for individuals interested in teaching students with learning challenges. Candidates completing this 40-unit program at Dominican University of California will be authorized to teach students with learning disabilities, mental retardation, other health impairments, and emotional disturbances.
The Education Specialist, Preliminary Mild/Moderate Credential authorizes candidates to seek initial employment as a special education teacher, but does not authorize ongoing teaching service. Candidates need to complete Professional Clear preparation in special education within five years of the date of issuance of the Preliminary Credential in order to continue ongoing teaching service as a special educator.
Download the 2012-2013 Mild/Moderate Preliminary Teaching Credential Class Schedule (pdf).
Dual Credential Programs
The Dual Credential Programs allow candidates to earn both an Education Specialist: Preliminary Mild/Moderate and a Multiple or Single Subject Preliminary Credential concurrently. Candidates are required to complete coursework in both credential areas and participate in supervised student teaching or intern assignments in special education and general education classrooms.
Important
For teaching credential course requirements, visit our academic catalog.
All candidates for the Multiple-Subject Preliminary, Single-Subject Preliminary, and Education Specialist Preliminary Mild/Moderate Credentials are required to complete a prerequisite course in Child and Adolescent Development.
Contact
Ukiah Center
2240 Old River Road, Ukiah, CA 95482
o. 707-463-4800
f. 707-463-5525
ukadmissions@dominican.edu
