Child and Adolescent Development (Elementary Education Teaching Pre-Credential)
Future career possibilities include:
- Elementary School Teacher (usually in grades TK-6)
- K-12 Special Education Teacher
- Bilingual Elementary School Teacher
- Resource Teacher
- Principal
- Superintendent of Schools
The Bachelor of Arts in Child and Adolescent Development: Concentration in Elementary Education Teaching Pre-Credential provides a strong foundation in child development, learning theories, and culturally responsive teaching. The program meets California's Subject Matter Requirement required for applications to multiple-subject and special education teacher credential programs. Graduates are ready to enter credential programs and develop the skills needed to support students in TK-6 classrooms or K-12 special education programs in diverse settings.
SF State Scholars (Blended Bachelor's + Master's + Credential) Program
The San Francisco State Scholars program provides undergraduate students with an accelerated pathway to a graduate degree and credential. Graduates of this integrated program will be able to complete their BA in Child and Adolescent Development (Elementary Education Teaching Pre-Credential), MA in Special Education, and one of the following preliminary credentials in 6 years:
- Mild Moderate Support Needs
- Extensive Support Needs
- Visual Impairments