MA.LTMS - MA Education: Learning and Teaching Multiple Subject Track

The Master of Arts in Education Learning and Teaching (MALT) is an innovative program of study which integrates research and practice. The program is designed for aspiring PreK-12 teachers who wish to concurrently earn their master’s degree while meeting the State of California-approved requirements for the Preliminary Teaching Credential in either single or multiple subjects or Mild to Moderate Support Needs Special Education Preliminary Credential.

The MALT program is delivered in a 36-39 credit hour sequence accompanied by early fieldwork experiences. Educational technology is incorporated in all courses, field experiences, and CalTPA cycles, as are theory and skills needed to effectively teach English learners and diverse student populations enrolled in today’s classrooms.

Additional Requirements for Credentials

To be eligible to be recommended for the Preliminary Teaching Credential or the Preliminary Education Specialist Instruction Credential, candidates must meet the following additional requirements (unless otherwise stated by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing or by Executive Order):

• U.S. Constitution requirement. Introduction to American Politics (POLI 111) or American History to 1877 (HIST 121), in the College of Arts and Sciences, or their equivalents, satisfy the requirement.

• CPR certificate requirement. Candidates must have a current CPR certificate that covers infants, children, and adults.

• Complete an Individualized Development Plan during fieldwork.

• Pass CalTPA instructional cycles I and II.

• Multiple Subject and Mild to Moderate Support Needs Special Education candidates must pass the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment® (RICA®) (or assessment equivalent). Refer to the RICA webpage for more information.

• Subject Matter Competency met.