Integrated Undergraduate Teacher Credential Programs in English
The Four-Year Integrated (FYI) and Junior-Year Entry Integrated (JYI) Teacher Credential Programs in English are blended programs that enable 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, FYI 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. The Department of Secondary Education offers a sample schedule.
FYI Program highlights:
- 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.
JYI-English (all other students)
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 JYI program enables students with junior-level standing to complete both their bachelor's degree in English and their preliminary single subject teaching credential in as little as two years. The Department of Secondary Education offers a sample schedule.
JYI Program highlights:
- Earn a bachelor's degree in English and a preliminary single subject teaching credential in English.
- Observe experienced teachers in both middle school and high school beginning junior 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.
- Graduate fully qualified and eligible for California teaching positions.
Benefits of Completing the FYI or JYI Program
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.
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
- CSUN is conveniently located in the northern San Fernando Valley.
- Easy access to the 405, 134, and 118 freeways.
Advising
Dr. Kent Baxter
Director, FYI/JYI Program
Department of English
California State University
Northridge
18111 Nordhoff Street
Northridge, CA 91330-8248
(818) 677-3425
kent.baxter@csun.edu