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Subject Matter Competency (via CSET, Teacher Prep Program, or approved majors). The Subject Matter Competency Requirement can be met in a variety of ways including via the CSETs, approved degree major, CTC approved subject matter preparation program, or qualified coursework that meets each of the CTC subject matter domains. Information about meeting this requirement for current and prospective SJSU students can be found here: Verifying Subject Matter Competence. Additional information can be found on the CTC website. Note that the requirements for Subject Matter Competence at the point of admission may differ for the Multiple and Single Subject Programs.
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Verification of Meeting the Basic Skills Requirement (CBEST or alternative) The Basic Skills Requirement can be met in a variety of ways including via the CBEST, SAT/ACT/AP scores, qualifying coursework, and more. Information about meeting this requirement for current and prospective SJSU students can be found here: Meeting the Basic Skills Requirement. Additional information can be found on the CTC website
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Pre-Professional Experience (Highly recommended) Complete a minimum of 45 observation hours of Pre-Professional Experience and upload a completed/signed Pre-Professional Experience Form from the Department of Teacher Education website to the Cal State Apply portal to verify your experience. For Single Subject: At least 25 hours should be in secondary (middle/high) public school setting in credential subject area and 20 hours may be any work with youth. (Subject area teacher prep programs also have accepted field experience coursework). For Multiple Subject: Pre-Professional Experience in a public school during the regular school day schedule is recommended for admission. SJSU courses accepted to meet the Multiple Subject Requirement are: LSTP 185 and CHAD 159 . For PK-3 ECE Specialist: TBA by State of California. You may contact any California public school and let them know that you are applying to the SJSU Teaching Credential program and need to complete your 45 observation hours of Pre-Professional Experience.
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Certificate of Clearance There are 3 steps to obtain the Certificate of Clearance (CoC): Do not wait until the last minute to request this item, as it can take weeks for the CCTC to issue. For detailed information about how to complete these steps, go to the Department of Teacher Education website.
Step 1 - Live Scan Service Step 2 - Certificate of Clearance Application via CCTC Step 3 - Upload a pdf of the granted Certificate of Clearance to your CalState Apply application Note: A US Social Security or Tax Identification Number is required to obtain a COC. If you are an international student, please consult an advisor in our International Student & Scholars Services (ISSS) to see if this is possible on your particular visa.
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Statement of Purpose In your Statement of Purpose, explain how you arrived at your decision to become a teacher. A second Statement of Purpose is required for Bilingual Authorization Spanish applicants, and it must be written in Spanish.
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Resume Prepare a brief (one page) resume that details your college-level academic, employment, and volunteer experiences. In describing a position that you held (employment or volunteer service), highlight the duties you performed and any awards/accomplishments you would like us to know about.
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Two Letters of Recommendation The Letters of Recommendation are requested within CalState Apply. Letters must have been written within the last two years and should be from someone in a supervisory role. Up to four letters of recommendation may be submitted.
Official transcripts from each college/university attended will be submitted directly to SJSU Graduate Admissions. Transcripts may be submitted electronically or by mail, noting that official transcripts must be in a sealed, unopened envelope.
Conditionally Classified Standing
Because the MAT program is nested within the Multiple Subject Credential and Single Subject Credential program, which requires applicants to meet departmental admissions requirements, admission to conditionally classified standing is not appropriate and is not permitted.
Advancement to Candidacy
Candidacy denotes that a student is fully qualified to complete the final stages of the MAT degree. Requirements for advancement to candidacy, including the Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR) , are listed on the Graduate Admissions and Program Evaluation website.
Department Requirements
- Complete 12 units of core courses: EDTE 262 and (for Multiple or Single Subject Credential candidates) EDTE 224 , EDTE 294 , and EDTE 260 , or (for PK-Grade 3 Credential candidates) CHAD 272 , EDSE 104 , and EDSE 269 with a grade of “C†or better in each one.
- Complete the 3-unit MAT Foundations and Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR) course, EDTE 208 , with a grade of “C†or better.
- Complete the 3-unit research methods course EDTE 250 or CHAD 260A to develop a project proposal (Plan B) or a thesis proposal (Plan A) with a grade of “C†or higher.
- Maintain an overall graduate GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- MAT candidates who also are Single Subject Credential candidates must complete each of their subject-area methods courses with a grade of “B†or better.
Requirements for Graduation
University Requirements
Students must complete all residency, curriculum, unit, GPA, and culminating experience requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the Graduate Policies and Procedures . Completion of the degree also requires a minimum grade of “C†in all courses taken and a minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
Department Requirements
- Complete 18 units of core courses (EDTE 208 , EDTE 224 or CHAD 272 , EDTE 250 or CHAD 260A , EDTE 260 or EDSE 269 , EDTE 262 , and EDTE 294 or EDSE 104 ).
- Complete at least 6 units of subject-area curriculum and instruction courses.
- Successfully receive approval for a project proposal (Plan B) or thesis proposal (Plan A) while completing EDTE 250 or CHAD 260A .
- Apply for graduation via MySJSU (through one.SJSU.edu).
- Successfully complete either a portfolio or project (Plan B, EDTE 298 or CHAD 298 ) or thesis (Plan A, EDTE 299 ).
- Satisfy the culminating experience requirements, which typically consist of successful completion of the portfolio, project, or thesis (i.e., 5 above) AND a presentation of the same at the department’s colloquium, which is held near the end of each fall and spring semester.
Culminating Experience
Plan A (Thesis)
Students selecting the Plan A option will write a master’s thesis. The thesis will include original research on a topic approved by the thesis committee, and must meet university requirements as stipulated in this catalog and in the SJSU Master’s Thesis and Doctoral Dissertation Guidelines. The thesis identifies the problem, states the major assumptions, explains the significance of the undertaking, sets forth the sources for and methods of gathering information, analyzes the data, and offers a conclusion or recommendation. Thesis proposals must be approved by the graduate committee, which is made up of two department faculty and a third faculty member from outside the department. Students enroll in EDTE 299 - Master’s Thesis .
Plan B (Portfolio or Project)
Students selecting the Plan B option will complete a master’s portfolio or project report. Either is a significant undertaking that evidences originality and independent thinking, appropriate form and organization, and a rationale. It is described and summarized, its significance, objectives, methodology and a conclusion and / or implications. Students enroll in EDTE 298 - Special Studies in Education or CHAD 298 - Special Studies in Child and Adolescent Development .