my california teaching credential experience {single subject social studies}

[@johncox5945]

So glad you decided to make a channel like this. I've been searching for this very thing. I'm studying to be an English teacher right now. I'll be the only teacher in my family and , like yourself, I'm also taking a non-traditional route to becoming a teacher. This has helped a lot. THANK YOU!!!

[@cokiethompson1598]

Thanks for sharing! I'm a rising junior in college, and I'm seriously thinking about going into teaching. I'm almost done with my bachelor's in journalism (with minors in political science and educational studies), and I'm looking at getting my certification through a master's program. My family seems to think it's a silly idea to want to teach, but seeing people like you who who love what they do and love working with kids hits home with me. I had a great education, and I believe that every child has the right to what I had. Thanks so much for sharing your life with me (and everyone else!). From classroom management to makeup hauls, I love seeing your joy and passion, if only through a computer screen.

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Cokie Thompson Awww, it sounds like you would be an amazing teacher! I know exactly what you mean about wanting to pass on the opportunities you had to others. I think that's a really good mindset to start from!

[@kissmyquill2441]

I am so happy I found your teaching videos. Like you I didn't think I would want to be a teacher for a very long time, but after graduating with my M.A. in English this past spring and after teaching at the college level for two years I am preparing to get my teaching licensure. I really hope you decide to post more videos on teaching.

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

KissMyQuill That's so cool that you taught at the college level! I would love to add that in one day. More teaching videos to come! :)

[@jacquelynmartinez2688]

This was super helpful no one really talks about teaching credentials ... thank you

[@TooFaced09]

Thank you for making this video! I never even knew this process really existed! I knew some, but certainly not all of it. I'm about to be a junior in high school and am aspiring to be a high school English teacher. I was wondering if when it comes to the content of what you teach if there was any leeway, for lack of a better word? Like if you can choose a book to teach or if all the books you teach would come from a predetermined list. That's just one of the things I've always been a little curious about, but have never been comfortable enough with any of my teachers to hound them with a bunch of questions about becoming a teacher in between classes, haha. Anyways, this comment is becoming a mini essay, thank you again for making this video!

[@kristinemoraes4864]

Thank you for your video. I am currently a student online, getting my degree in elementary education with a multiple subject credential. I have been considering pursuing a degree in math education for middle school. My background has been in Occupational Therapy for the last 30 years. Ya...I am NUTS for going back to school at 50 years old, but I am loving the experience. Your video has helped me to make up my mind about going forward and switching my major to math. I love math and excelled at in high school and college. Your video is a wealth of information about CA standards and processes, something I have not received from my online school that is based out of Utah. Thank you and God bless!!

[@korenski9927]

Cal-State Fullerton is really close to my school. I went to Biola! Loved hanging out in DTF.

[@savannahstone5844]

So interesting to hear about your experience. Texas is super in need of teachers, so I get to do an alternative certification program and get paid for my internship year. Love all your teacher videos btw! Excited I found your channel :)

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

+Savannah Stone Nice! That's the best case scenario :)

[@nicoya_beauty]

Hey Savannah, which program did you choose? I have a BA in Science and looking into the programs and there are so many! What has your experience been so far?

[@daniellejames5967]

+Nicoya_Beauty also in Texas and doing the alternative route. I'm in the a+ Texas Teacher program, doing my internship this year! My program is one of the recommended ones and I enjoyed it/enjoying it! I still have projects to complete during my internship year in addition to the full workload

[@nicoya_beauty]

+Danielle James is there a link? I typed it in Google and I'm not sure if it's the right one. so far I like the Texas Teachers Alternate Certification one so I want to compare to the one you mentioned.

[@savannahstone5844]

I used www.texasteachers.org So far I have really liked it and would def recommend it =]

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Hi Meghan Hayes! (I can't reply to your comment for some reason, sorry!) I just knew that I definitely wanted to teach older kids--I'm not patient enough for the littles, haha. I think Social Studies is super rewarding and the subject matter lends itself to teaching about good character and ethics better than anything else. Language Arts usually opens more job opportunities to you, but I definitely prefer Social Studies :)

[@lovely1foru]

+toocoolformiddleschool blog (toocoolforschoolblog) Hello I am 24 years old and want to go back to school to teach social studies. Im trying to decide between Sociology, Liberal Studies, and History. Do you think History would be the smartest choice?

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Yes, I think History is the way to go!

[@LavenderLife007]

thanks for sharing your experience. majoring in psychology but i want take the one for single subject English.

[@Msbeautiful2626]

New York just started using the edTPA not that long ago and I am submitting mine soon! I want to rip my hair out!! I am praying to do well! I know you're in California, but I am thrilled to watch this video! Thank you so much for making these videos! :-)

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Melissa Ryan Aren't they torturous? Gah!! But best of luck, I'm sure you'll do great!

[@taylerprinceau7659]

Thank you so much for making this video! This is the first video I watched and it's helping me immensely. I am preparing to become a teacher and hearing someone's experience is so invaluable/rare.

[@u140550]

i want to teach at the university/community college level, but i know i will need these. thank you for explaining this well. glad you still post on here, and glad i found this.

[@lilims123]

I graduated from CSUF too! So I took the CSETs (3) last year for social science and they're now at $99 per test. Luckily I passed them all. I applied to the credential program at CSUF last semester and the lady that interviewed me basically told me that it was to make sure that we spoke English well. She asked questions like "Why do you want to teach?" & she had us (it was a group interview) bring three primary sources that we would use in class for a lesson. Just wanted to share!

[@socalgurl01]

What study guides did you use? I'm about to take my CSET History for the 3rd time! I keep studying for certain topics and then it's not on the test.

[@fer-curium1650]

socalgurl01 did you pass?

[@aprillavai6679]

In a few days, I will start my brand new career as a brand new music teacher! I loved hearing your credential story! There were many things to which I could relate and other things that were just plain fun to learn. Thank you for your videos and best of luck this year! :-)

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

+April LaVai Yay for music teachers! You rock! ;)

[@aprillavai6679]

Aww, ba-dum-bump & thank you, piano maven! Meanwhile, I told you I'd check on you. How's that thesis coming? :-)

[@MrBurke]

I really appreciate your video. Thankyou. I've been teaching in Australia for 18 years & have begun the process of getting credentialled for California so that I can move over. The process seems massive and very daunting, especially as I've been teaching for so long and am a Head of Faculty here. Thanks again for sharing your experiences.

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

+D Burke It is massive! Maybe we can switch places since Australia has way better maternity leave! Lol

[@MrBurke]

True. I think we also have pretty good paternity leave as well. :)

[@Balebceck]

A little late to the show but thank you for this. You’ve given me a lot to prepare for but teaching and impacting these kids will always be worth it.

[@ShawnaceeShoemaker]

This is just too funny! I plan on transferring to Cal State Fullerton from RCC for early childhood education (I want to be a preschool teacher), I teach piano, and I always said I wouldn't be a teacher. Haha. Love your videos!

[@AlphaDal-if9vv]

vintage_darlin Out of curiosity why not UCR?

[@cutebird23]

Hi, thanks for your video. I graduated from CSUF too in Accounting Degree, and I had my music certification (VIolin) from USC in 2000. I have been teaching violin privately for 20 years. Now I want to be a elementary school teacher. Always love teaching kids, to see them learning is a great experience.

[@chrisscott7545]

The pandemic changed a lot of things. I didn’t have to take the CBEST Or the CSET, and I got hired as an intern and did my stage 1 and 2 credentialing program simultaneously teaching sophomores and seniors full time at a high school

[@Kirkland_Drip]

Bro how.

[@mimily1211]

Great video like always! looking forward for the classroom management strategies

[@cml6109]

I love this video! Thank you for this video! Im getting my credential in Washington State and will be teaching in Southern California where I'm from! Thank you ❤

[@vrodriguez6380]

When your credential is close to expiring? Do you return to Washington to renew it then go back to teaching in socal?? I want to do this for CA -> PA :)

[@cml6109]

@@vrodriguez6380 it dpends, you might have to check out the credential transfer program for your state and California. some states are required for teachers to complete licensure in California and others might just have you do a proof of competence test!

[@kristacanales3148]

I love your channel so much, I watch your videos over and over as a aspiring teacher I think your videos have helped me so much! This is my favorite video, and also the one about the salary is also awesome! And I also plan on going to Cal State Fullerton

[@candicepena579]

Loved this video, right now I'm in the process of "student teaching" this upcoming school year, however, I was blessed to be able to do an internship (special education) . I agree they really make sure CA teachers are prepared. I also have to prepare to take the RICA, a must for multiple subject credentials.

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Candice Pena Good luck on the RICA! I hear it's rough!!

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

@TooFaced09 I'll bet you're definitely going to become a teacher if you're already thinking about choosing your own book list! ;) I think it kind of depends on your district, but this year we had a list of books at a certain lexile level and we could choose from that list. I chose Farewell to Manzanar, and I was glad that they didn't just tell me what I had to teach :)

[@kendiikendra1531]

I came across this and this is awesome I will be a freshman in college and hope to teach middle school math and possible elementary Ed as well. Thanks so much !!!

[@shapreebutler7189]

Thanks for sharing. I'm currently in an online credential program & is always nice to hear the experiences of current educators.

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Shapree Smith You're very welcome! My husband did his credential online too and that was definitely the best choice for him. Whatever works! :)

[@johnfreewalt8425]

What online program ? Thanks

[@tanyajemm]

I'm in the credential program at CSULB and I just took a class on classroom management. I'm pretty sure it's a newer class, so hopefully Fullerton is offering it now, too. :)

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

that's so good to hear!

[@Cassandrareads]

That’s a class I’ll have to take at CSUSB

[@mrincodi]

This is an awesome video. I have like a million questions! Will have to organize them before asking. Thanks a lot!

[@puredust5797]

Thank u for sharing! Ive been in college for 10 years and also went to several schools 🏫 CSUF one of them, and started in mental health ..am in multiple subject but am considering going into single subject in History..

[@OhMyLawrence]

This was a very helpful video! Thank you for making it. Personally, I have a lower GPA because I was troubled with working many jobs during college in order to pay it off.. so I currently do not have the minimum GPA preferred for most good programs I would like to be a part of. Luckily one school I am aiming for [Sac State] consider the last 60 college GPA only so I am taking CC classes to boost it up! I am also JUST hired as a full-time tutor at a secondary high school. Although I feel like I am behind I am looking forward to becoming an English Teacher one day!

[@LightsCameraLivex]

This was so helpful! I'm only a freshman in high school, but I'm already planning ahead! Thank you for making this :)

[@Joy-wx1mk]

I'm finishing my BA right now and slowly working on my special Ed credential! I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS :)

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Joy Alvarado Thank you! I'm excited for you, Joy! My mom is a special ed teacher too and she loves it :)

[@niccirea]

It was really interesting to hear about the California and U.S. system! There are many differences from the Teacher education system here in Ontario!

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

+Nicci R. Yeah, it seems so different! All the teachers I know from Canada are awesome ;)

[@jay17hehe]

IM SO HAPPY I FOUND THIS VIDEO AND YOUR CHANNEL

[@christianek18]

Hi!!! I am in Master's Cert. program right now and I think that I'm about to die. You are so right about everything! I'm in Maryland and we have the same assignments you mentioned, plus a 50-page paper!! I hope to get through TPA- it is the most stressful thing right now. Glad to hear from someone who made it!!! :)

[@perksofawallflower7]

Great video! I'm starting my freshman year of college as a liberal studies this year! Definitely cannot wait til the day I have my own classroom! ✏️🍎

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

perksofawallflower7 Oh my gosh, how fun! Good luck and enjoy your freshman year, that's such a fun time!

[@YoungStylezzz]

Tell your husband to make the video! Would be awesome to hear more experiences of the trial and would be very helpful to get an idea of what teachers go through to get the job that they do; to have a better understanding and appreciation for teachers.

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Maybe one day I'll convince him!

[@wiseguysavant]

@@toocoolformiddleschoolblog or you can tell us his story on how he became credentialed

[@pookiebear1234]

Thank you for this video! I just graduated with my bachelors in history and I’ve been feeling so worried about passing my CSET’s and getting my single subject credential. I even considered getting a multiple subject credential, even though I’ve always wanted to teach middle school, just because I am worried about the lack of employment opportunities. I might consider adding to my credential like you did!

[@raquelclovery5866]

This is so awesome that you did this, I am sure it has been really helpful for those interested in becoming teachers. You look familiar but I don't remember your name.

[@selenasanchez1809]

Loved this video! Thank you for sharing your experience! I was just wondering what tools you used to study for the social science CSET! I’m taking it again for the 3rd time next month and was looking for tips it’s been so hard for me !

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

It's been a while, but I remember that the book was yellow. I don't know if that helps!

[@korenski9927]

I agree that classroom management is the hardest. You can read books , take a class or training and get advice from everyone, but you just have to learn most through experience because everyone has a different method and every school may have different rules or expectations for how their teachers manage students. Plus it's one thing to read about dealing with an argumentative student and another thing actually being in that situation and having to respond calmly when you feel disrespected.

[@nikkialynn9302]

Well some school districts offer credential programs that are free and they pay you while you teach. Or some, if you are working as a T.A will offer assistance to help you become a teacher for that school district. They might provide stipends for school books or testing reimbursement. I live in Los Angeles and will be transferring to Cal state l.a. to complete my degree in early childhood education. I'm working towards becoming an Elementary school teacher.

[@davidwilson410]

My parents went to Purdue. My wife's parents went to Michigan. All retired as teachers.

[@MentalDuck9]

If you do the research, yes California pays well compared to most other states but the rate you pay in taxes/cost of living more than makes up for that in comparison to other areas that may pay almost as well, but are significantly lower in stated expenditures. California also has much more congested classrooms compared to many other states as well, something to bear in mind.

[@monicabarajas-zamora441]

I'm glad you became a teacher your an awsome teacher.

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Hahaha, awww thanks!

[@monicabarajas-zamora441]

+toocoolformiddleschool blog (toocoolforschoolblog) no problem

[@fatmehabib]

you won't believe how much I appreciate this video !!! You have answered tons of questions about the credentials program. the only thing in which left me hanging is how does a bachelor's degree qualify you to become a high school teacher? in addition, what information do you have about the combined masters and credentials program at CSUF. Again, I highly respect your enthusiasm and your lifting spirit 😊😊😊thank you

[@MsIGetLotOfThat]

Hey Megan. So I’ve worked with kids for years in a program leader or teacher assistant setting. My only concern of becoming an actual teacher is being in the classroom alone. I’ve always worked with other co teachers or program leaders in the classroom and I’m afraid with no adult conversation for like 7 hours I’ll hate my job lol.

[@Vonne1992]

Hey Megan, I’m really looking into becoming a PE teacher, I have a BS in kinesiology, and I heard you talking about how your husband is the only person you know who passed CSET in physical education, and I was wondering if he could make a video on some tips on how to pass it . :)

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Dalila Ramos Your degree might qualify you for subject matter proficiency! I would check into it. He just got a study book and looked through posts online about the test questions and studied his booty off! 😁

[@Vonne1992]

Yeah ive been doing a little research and I had kinda read something like that, that I might be eligible to teach already in the state of california, while working towards my credential.. I believe I still have to take my CBEST, but wondered if I still needed the CSET...? Do you have any reliable resources where I can look for solid information ?

[@BLANSTAR21]

Thank you for representing us, Californian teachers RIGHT❤

[@candaceroselacroix502]

Great info! Thanks for taking the time to make this video!

[@jamesashford5275]

I’m getting ready to start my teacher credentialing after school starts for the 2019 2020 school year. I am doing a multi subject degree and only have to do four months of student teaching credential. I can’t imagine doing this for free for an entire school year. That is crazy. Fortunately for me I am a truck driver and my employer is going to let me work nights while I do this during the day. Just going to be some long days. I haven’t heard of teacher performance assessments like you were talking about until this video. Offhand, do you know if elementary school teachers have to do this as well?

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Yes, same for elementary teachers

[@lestersallenica]

How Covid-19 impacted your program?

[@unknowntonoone1368]

Can I get a job with a social science single subject teaching degree? Or does it have to be a multiple subject like history, econ, geography, government. Mine is only history.

[@OzroHepworth]

Yes! Thanks for putting this video together. I’m about to graduate from Cal State LA (CSU-LA). I was also accepted into the Teach for America Corp and will be teaching High School Math. I need the CSET & CBEST 😀 Would love to ask you further questions about being a Teach. If you’re up for it, please let me know 😀

[@lizvazquez264]

I'm a freshman in high school and I'm thinking of studying social studies. This video helped me a lot.My 8th grade social studies inspired me

[@ronaldrenia]

hi mrs. forbes you are great I am watching how you give teachers tips and those tips are very helpful keep on advising you are an icon of education this is ronald from the philippines

[@yobebooo]

Do you have thoughts on alternative certification programs? I'm in Texas, and you can take an online program, then work 1 year on a probationary certificate. I just don't know if you can learn the necessary skills that way... you may not know about it, but I thought I would ask!

[@emilylauren9376]

In South Carolina, you aren't allowed to sub while you're student teaching. So even though I was the one teaching every time there was a sub in my master teacher's room (which was a lot, because my master teacher was pregnant and ended up having her baby a week before her long-term sub could come in), they got paid and I was paying to do it! We had to do 6 weeks of continuous teaching (all classes every day), and we were gradually put into teaching each class - I started with 2nd, then 3rd, then 4th, and then dropped 2nd, then 3rd, then 4th after the six full weeks - so by the time she had her baby I was done with my teaching hours and was supposed to just work on wrapping up my paperwork and helping out but ended up teaching full time for an additional week!

[@emilylauren9376]

Also, I totally agree with you about the lack of preparation in credential programs for classroom management! I'm finishing up my 2nd year teaching (and my final year with my Initial Certificate, as I'll be receiving my Professional Certificate at the end of the school year!!), and that's still where I struggle. I've made changes each semester, and I'm continuing to make changes for next year as I try to figure out what works for me. Being young (and looking like it - I often have parents think I'm a middle school student!) definitely makes this harder as well!

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Haha, that's the worst thing when they think you're a student! ;)

[@emilylauren9376]

Amen! I worked registration my first year teaching and had to explain multiple times that no, I was NOT an 8th grader!

[@BrittanyFraanse]

I plan on moving to California from Louisiana, but would like to take my required tests (CBEST & CSET) while I'm​ still in Louisiana. How much could I take care of in Louisiana or would I have to take my test in California? Also, would I be able to do the credential experience online?

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Brittany Fraanse it’s probably only available in CA, and yes, I think there are a lot of online programs 🤗

[@forrestscott9189]

Brittany Fraanse I moved from Louisiana to California.. be ready for the difference in cost of living, but totally worth it.

[@gabbyb720]

Thanks. I didn't know you can have more than one credential. I'm applying to Concordia University credential prog. and their pre req classes are actually part of the prog and student teaching is only the last semester, not a full year, which really helps cause I can continue working mornings and take their eve classes. Totally recommend!

[@leilafranco249]

OMG thank you so much for that video. I am considering of becoming English Language Teacher, but i really dont know... seems such a hard process, and I am already in the library school.. and we might be moving to Malaisya...Do u think i might be get accepted in a program and get my teacher experience by teaching abroad? and how long overall does teaching credential program take? is it like a year or so? I have heard that internship itself should be around one year. and then 2 years of clearing the credentials.

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

+Leila Francisco Yes, my program was about a year, I go into more detail in the video. The 2 years of clearing your credential are while you are actually working and getting paid (see my BTSA video for more about that). If you are in CA, they will not take experience from another state or another country, you will have to do everything in CA, so just watch out for that. But I think teaching in Malaysia would be a priceless opportunity!

[@jcrane45585]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I live in Alabama and I am trying to become a teacher via the alternate certification route, which I don't think is nearly as rigorous as CA. I have a BA in History and scored well on my Praxis (subject area assessment), which qualifies me to teach high school social studies on a temporary certificate (you must continue taking classes while teaching). I have been applying for jobs, but I haven't heard back from anyone, probably because of my lack of experience. a Any advice for newbie teachers to make their resumes stand apart? Could you make a video about your job search experience? What do you think resulted in you getting callbacks and interviews?

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Just posted one for you! ;)

[@jcrane45585]

+toocoolformiddleschool blog (toocoolforschoolblog) Thank you so much! I've already watched it and liked it! Just FYI, I had 3 interviews so far. One of which looks promising. Will find out for sure tomorrow. Wish me luck!

[@civilizeddiva]

Ok, at 24:58 into this video, at 8:02PM, I was thinking, "Wow, my decision to become a special education teacher and jump through all these preliminary credential hoops feels like being initiated into a secret squirrel teacher society!" At 8:03PM my phone beeped with a message from CTC alerting me that my CSET: Writing Skills exam will be removed from the CTC website in three days! Eerie😅.

[@sarahna8698]

this video is perfect since it's my dream to 1) become a teacher & 2) move to California as soon as I can! The only issue that I worry about is me being from Germany. I'm about to get my bachelor's degree in social sciences and I don't know how valuable my degree will be in the US

[@dasweetbliss5938]

Hello! I would like to submit my requirements for preliminary credentials to ctc california but im in the Philippines and the website asks for SSN number. How can I finish my application with that? Thank u!

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Thank you for this video, Megan!

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Best of luck to you!

[@paulconroy415]

Hey! CSUF w00t w00t! Thanks for the video- Majored in COMM/PR but am starting the long process toward a career in education.

[@kristinarissetto2343]

Thank you so much for making these videos! They are extremely helpful for me as I prepare to get my MAT here in Portland, OR. Do you feel like certain credentials go well together? I have my undergrad in Environmental Science, and I’d love to teach Biology or Environmental Science if possible. But I’m also thinking about getting my credential in Language Arts to supplement. I assume people usually pair science with math, but I’m not too jazzed about the idea of teaching math. Have you ever known any teachers to pair science and language arts?

[@thomascortez6392]

So I’m planning to get my bachelors in Child and Adolescent Development or Psychology, and I want to do a Preliminary Education Specialist Teaching program, so my question is can I knock out those prerequisites for the teaching program while getting my bachelors?

[@korenski9927]

TPAs were soooo much work! I got a four on my last two though, but no bonuses came from that :p

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Corrine Byrd still having nightmares about TPAs! 😂

[@rudybravo7486]

Corrine Byrd do you have a video on TPA? lol I am having a change in career. graduated as an engineer and math minor. and I want to teach math now 😆

[@Okkkkkkk-ol5kz]

When I took the CBEST I was dead scared of the math section. I had to study a LOT. It ended up being my best section - even over English (which I didn’t really study for because I thought it was my best subject).

[@charayahbowman2941]

Hi toocoolformiddleschool, great and helpful video. I want to become a Social Studies teacher. I wanted to know what are the Cset social studies study guide books that you used?

[@jessicafroidcoeur1052]

The early days of edTPA...haha I completed my student teaching experience in the fall and we were required to do the edTPA as well, it was so difficult to manage my student teaching responsibilities and do the edTPA!

[@Diamond-me2mq]

Hello I am currently a Business Major but I am thinking of transiting to the Elementary Education side. I know you are a Middle School teacher but hopefully you can answer my questions! In the state of NC and Bachelors in Elementary Education allows you to teach 6th grade! My question is how is it teaching middle schoolers, and is the praxis for hard or is it set up like an sat/act?

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

+Diamond McKenzie Everything is really different in California, so I'm not sure I can help you out! I would just suggest talking with a career counselor at your college :)

[@EverInBloomMusic]

Thanks, very informative! I'm coming from a music background also!

[@SpeducatinginGeorgia]

Thanks for this video. I had a similar undergrad experience and am now starting an MAT program. Did you ever think of doing Teach for America?

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

About That Grad Life Love your username :) Yeah, a few of my friends did Teach for America and some loved it, some didn't. I thought about it, but since I was in a Masters program and my husband already had a teaching job, I wasn't able to be flexible about where I lived. It's a cool program though!

[@porkncoke4833]

Do you need to take the c-set and c-best if your finish your bachelors with a credential program?

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

yes

[@alyssazamorano8154]

Just wondering what online program your husband did? I am also interested in teaching PE in California and I'm having a hard time finding online CSU credential programs.

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

United States University

[@alyssazamorano8154]

Thank you! :)

[@rudybravo7486]

how many times did you retake the csets? and did your program require csets before being accepted into the credential program

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Rudy Bravo I just took them once, but I think I split the History one into two days. But yes, my program required the csets to be completed before applying.

[@lestersallenica]

I was thinking doing a single teaching for Spanish but I am going to think about that twice after watching your video

[@anie3673]

For Cal state Fullerton as a Liberal Studies major you need to choose a concentration so like pre law, psych, global studies, etc.. ? What exactly did you major in to get into history??

[@anie3673]

PLEASE HELP

[@anie3673]

I really hope you see this! Any info would be apreaciated love

[@wiseguysavant]

hey, can you tell me more about you getting credentialed in social science, then taking the cset in english. so now you credentialed with both, social science and in english you can teach both? is that how that works? I am starting a credential program, alder graduate school, soon. i work with special education as an instructional aide. when i sign up for the program, it is asking me to pick a field of study: single subject math, single subject english, special education, multiple subject. if i get a credential in special education and i take a cset multiple subject, can i teach k-5 and special education? is that how that works? thanks so much. i hope you get back to me on time

[@mightygiantsbuendia1083]

Hi, I have been an EFL teacher in Guadalajara for twenty years, do you know what I can do to teach in the U.S?

[@davidaguirre9769]

Is it possible to just get a concentration specifically to teach US History?

[@stephaniezaragoza4856]

Any book recommendations for the CSET for history?

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Stephanie Zaragoza There's a yellow one that I got on Amazon, but a friend is borrowing it so I can't remember the exact title. I don't think there are too many out there though, so any yellow one on Amazon might be it!

[@AndreaGonzalez-mo4gl]

Do you recommend any resources for studying? I have been very close (few points away) from passing Subset 1 and 2. I already passed the third (yay!) Thank you for this video!

[@marielacisneros217]

Hey! Im hoping to take the CSET for Multiple Subject soon. I'm very worried about what the best way to go about studying for the CSET is. I am in a very tight budget and hoping to study from material that will be very specific on what will be on the exam. any suggestions? thanks!

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Mariela Cisneros Hi! I've never taken the multiple subject test (I did single subject). Sorry! But most people I know did take at least section more than once, so that's always an option. Such a bummer that it costs so much though!

[@ivanhernandez9868]

Hi! I’m currently studying for the Social Science CSET, & I was wondering if you used any online resources such as Teacher Prep or Study.com to prepare?

[@victoriamatter7455]

Hi! I was wondering what you think of an online degree program for someone that is already working as a TA?

[@Lajazz947]

Hi, I love this video. I'm a second career guy with a passion for education. I want to do a single subject and a subject that is applicable to a JD, MBA since I have both. I have been teaching at for profit schools and tutoring at sylvan learning center, private tutor centers and am starting the Youth Policy Institute in January etc for five years. I also work with volunteer coaching and Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts etc. I just want a 9 to 5 teaching job and I'm going to call LAUSD tomorrow but can I get an emergency credential with My education before I enter my credential program at Cal state LA?

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

+Rafael S It sounds like you would want to get a Social Science credential. You would be an amazing Civics/Econ teacher for 12th graders! An emergency credential still has to go through the CTC, and that would have to be facilitated through CSULA, so I would figure out the deal with CSULA first. Then I would go on EdJoin.org and see if there are any Social Science positions open in LAUSD. At this time of the year there usually aren't a lot of jobs open, but you should definitely check just in case!

[@Lajazz947]

Thank you for your advice. I spoke to CSLA today and they gave me some sage advice regarding the Social science credential and advice on substituting to get my foot in the door. Its all a bit complicated but I'll start getting all my ducks in a row. Thanks again, Rafael

[@JP_75]

Hi, I teach Computer Science to Secondary School students (ages 11 to 18) in the UK, would you be able to point me in the direction of how / what I would need to do to teach in CA?

[@juliejohnson7577]

Thank you for this informative video! Can you share what online program your husband used?

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

He went through United States University online. It was pricey but fairly quick!

[@jasonv4985]

Hi, Jason, I was In that program a about 8 years ago-----I gave up--- also from cal state Fullerton which was I commentating ----and I was 23-34 when I did my observation stuff, which I kbow you are aware of what that is---I i looked 18 or younger-they asked me to show me id when I left mission viejo high school lol one time, then they knew me-----my point is im thinking about getting back into it---when I was that age I was still felt bullied, even by 14-17 year olds should I know? my cbest is still good, just try sub for a bit?

[@russcar64]

Hi! Loved your video. What online teaching credential course did you husband apply for in California. Could you please share some more information on it? Also I have a couple of questions to ask and was wondering if I could email you. I am a resident of California and live in Irvine. Thank you.

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Hi there, my husband did United States University out of San Diego. You could also do CSU Fullerton since you're close! :) Email anytime

[@musicgirl999]

If I could teach, it'd be elementary or English, or special Ed. I know sped teachers have to take the cset multiple Subjects exams.

[@AndreaGonzalez-mo4gl]

What study material did you use to prepare for your CSET? I am also taking the Social Science CSET

[@kathygrl1]

Can I PM message you about a problem I have with the multiple credential program? Maybe you know what I can do about it?

[@dominosnostradamus2415]

Why in the world would they make it hard to be a teacher. Crazy how many barriers everything has. So hard to do anything.

[@TheHourofMystery]

Just curious, did your husband ever make a video about his online experience in physical education?

[@sincerelyme6178]

I have a major in English will that help me get a language arts credential? I’m confused California confuses me lol

[@BlasionPersuasion]

hello, your video was very helpful. I am taking to cbest to sub as a teacher, i am currently a paraeduactor. i would love to teach PE middle school level. Elk grove is in need of teachers so I think i will be okay obtaining a job. luckily my paraeducator will be active and i will always be employed for special ed. My question is with the CSET, we only need to take the portions that we want to credential in, correct?

[@toocoolformiddleschoolblog]

Hi Renee! Yes, you will only need to take the PE CSET, but it contains multiple parts (I think 3), and it is HARD! It takes most people multiple tries, so just leave yourself plenty of time to get it done. Best of luck though, hopefully you'll just ace it right away!