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A.1.6 Clarification of Initial Pathways
The three charts in this exhibit describe the pathways that lead to a Multiple Subject, Single Subject, or Education Specialist Credential.
In addition, links to each pathway’s webpage can be found on the Credential Pathway Options webpage.
Multiple Subject Program
The School of Education offers multiple pathways leading to a Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential. Pathways share common key
assessments for use in candidate evaluation and program improvement.
Pathway Name
Multiple (Traditional and
Intern)
Distinguishing Features
 Program entry in fall or spring semesters
 2 semesters of coursework and student teaching
 Offered either in traditional or intern format, with same
required coursework and assessments
Credentials Earned
Preliminary Single Subject: English, Math,
Science, History, Music, Art, Physical Education,
World Languages.
Bilingual Multiple Subject
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Emphasis on preparation for bilingual/cross-cultural classroom
2 semesters of coursework and student teaching
Some courses shared with Multiple Subject Pathway
Preliminary Single Subject with Bilingual Added
Authorization
Concurrent Multiple
Subject/Education
Specialist
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2 semesters
Both MS and SPED placements
Coursework shared with Education Specialist pathways
Preliminary Multiple Subject with
Preliminary Education Specialist Mild/Moderate
Rural Teacher Residency
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18 month, cohorted program
Began in 2010 with support of TQP grant
Candidates complete year-long, co-teaching residencies in
rural, high needs schools
Preliminary Education Specialist Mild/Moderate
or Multiple Subject with MA in Education
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Single Subject Program
The School of Education offers multiple pathways leading to a Preliminary Single Subject Credential. Two of the Single Subject pathways are
offered jointly with the department of Kinesiology and the College of Agriculture. Pathways share common key assessments for use in candidate
evaluation and program improvement.
Pathway Name
Single Subject
(Traditional and Intern)
Distinguishing Features
 Program entry in fall or spring semesters
 2 semesters of coursework and student teaching
 Offered either in traditional or intern format, with same
required coursework and assessments
Credentials Earned
Single Subject: English, Math, Science, History,
Music, Art, Physical Education, World
Languages,
Bilingual Single Subject
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Emphasis on preparation for bilingual/cross-cultural classroom
2 semesters of coursework and student teaching
Some courses shared with Single Subject Pathway
Single Subject with Bilingual Added
Authorization
Concurrent Multiple
Subject/Education
Specialist
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2 semesters
Both MS and SPED placements
Preliminary Multiple Subject with
Preliminary Education Specialist Mild/Moderate
Agriculture Specialist
(with College of
Agriculture)
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Requirements include a series of agricultural education courses
and a student teaching experience.
The professional preparation component is administered by the
School of Education; subject specific coursework is offered by
the College of Agriculture.
Student teaching is combined with the student teaching
experience required for the Single Subject Credential in
Agriculture.
Prepares future physical education teachers to instruct
individuals with disabilities in the public schools
Candidates must obtain or be working toward a credential
through a Single Subject Program that authorizes them to teach
physical education.
Agriculture Specialist
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Adapted Physical
Education
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Adapted Physical Education Added
Authorization
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Education Specialist Program
The School of Education offers multiple pathways leading to a preliminary Education Specialist Credential. Pathways share common key
assessments for use in candidate evaluation and program improvement.
Pathway Name
Education Specialist
Mild/Moderate or
Moderate/Severe
Distinguishing Features
 2 semesters
 Offered either in traditional or intern format, with same
required coursework and assessments
Credentials Earned
Preliminary Education Specialist Mild/Moderate
or Moderate/Severe
Concurrent Multiple
Subject/Education
Specialist
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2 semesters
Both MS and SPED placements
Preliminary Multiple Subject with
Preliminary Education Specialist Mild/Moderate
Rural Teacher Residency
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Preliminary Education Specialist Mild/Moderate
18 month, cohorted program
or Multiple Subject with MA in Education
Began in 2010 with support of TQP grant
Candidates complete year-long, co-teaching residencies in rural,
high needs schools