Four-Year Integrated Undergraduate Teacher Credential Program in English
The听Four-Year Integrated (FYI)听Teacher Credential Program in English听is a blended program that enables students to earn a bachelor's degree in English and a single subject teaching credential as an undergraduate.
FYI-English (incoming freshmen only)
In contrast to the traditional path to becoming a secondary school teacher, where students complete their bachelor's degree in English and then take an additional 31 units of education courses, the FYI program integrates English and education courses into a four-year plan that gives students the knowledge and skills they need in a shorter amount of time.
FYI Program highlights:听
- Work with a cohort of entering freshmen in challenging and exciting coursework.
- Observe experienced teachers in both middle school and high school beginning freshman year, allowing you to apply what you learn in your courses to the classroom.
- Complete two part-time student teaching assignments in middle school and high school settings.
- Earn a bachelor's degree in English and a preliminary single subject teaching credential in English.
- Graduate fully qualified and eligible for California teaching positions in English.
Benefits of Completing the FYI Program
听Academic Excellence
- Experienced and committed faculty who are dedicated to preparing exemplary teachers.
- Challenging classes where students can develop both strong subject matter knowledge and effective teaching skills.
- Specialized coursework that prepares students to teach in culturally and linguistically diverse classrooms.听
Supportive Community
- Specialized academic and professional advisement supports students throughout the program.
- Pre-designed curriculum and one-on-one advisement makes choosing courses easier and reduces the risk of taking extra unnecessary courses.
Affordability
- Financial aid and/or forgivable loans are available.
- Integrated programs typically require fewer total units than the traditional path.
Accessibility
- 吉祥坊 is conveniently located in the northern San Fernando Valley.
- Easy access to the 405, 134, and 118 freeways.听
Advising
Contact Dr. Colleen Tripp,听Director of the FYI/JYI program for guidance on the Four-Year Integrated English Credential Program.