ITEP and Credentialing Questions
How and when should I apply for ITEP?
Please visit the Liberal Studies Website at http://www.csun.edu/liberalstudies/pdf/pre-cred_-_itep_jr/plan_h_earlytips_precred.pdf for the early preparation tips for ITEP. In general, you need to apply to the Credential Program early in the semester before you plan to take ITEP courses. Please keep in mind that application deadlines are subject to change without prior notice. However, generally, the deadline to apply to the Credential Program for fall semester is March 1st. The deadline for spring admission is October 1st. For Credential Program application questions, please contact the Credential Preparation Office at (818) 677-2586 or visit their website at http://www.csun.edu/education/cred/applications/index.htm.
I am in ITEP. Where do I go if I have questions about my professional education portfolio?
You may make an appointment with either Dr. David Kretschmer, Chair of the Elementary Education Department by calling (818) 677-2621 or contact Dr. Hillary Hertzog, ITEP Co-Coordinator by calling (818) 677-2103.
I have questions about my ITEP student teaching requirements and assignment. Who do I contact?
For student teaching requirements, you should speak to a Credential Advisor by calling (818) 677-3002. For questions related to student teaching assignments, please contact: Elementary Education: Pam Sierra or Downie Hiek, (818) 677-3183. Special Education: Sally Spencer, (818) 677-6789.
I am in ITEP. How do I petition to earn post-baccalaureate units so that I may earn a higher salary once I begin working as a teacher?
ITEP students may petition up to 18 units of post-BA credit for professional education courses completed during their final year beyond 120 units. You may complete an Undergraduate Petition (http://www.csun.edu/%7Ehfanr055/forms/pdf/ugrdpetition.pdf) during your final semester and return it to Admissions & Records with a $10 processing
