The State of California requires teacher candidates to demonstrate mathematical and pedagogical competence to teach mathematics in one of its public schools. Students interested in a mathematics education career can complete these requirements as an undergraduate.

Undergraduate Options

Subject Matter Competence

Candidates for a CA Single Subject Credential in Mathematics can demonstrate their competence in mathematics by completing:

Notes:

  1. All major coursework must be completed with a grade of Pass or C or higher.
  2. Upon completion of the Subject Matter Preparation Program, students should request a letter verifying their “Subject Matter Competence.” Students applying for teaching positions prior to 100% completion may request an “In Progress” Letter.
Clinical Practice Hours
Pedagogical Competence
US Constitution

Candidates for a CA Single Subject Credential in Mathematics can satisfy the US Constitution requirement by:

  • passing the U.S. Constitution Test or
  • taking one of the following UCLA courses based on the United States Constitution: Hist 13A, Hist 13B, Hist 13C, Hist 143A, Hist 143B or Poli Sci 40.
California Basic Skills

Candidates for a CA Single Subject Credential in Mathematics can meet the California Basic Skills Requirement by earning a qualifying score on:

  • the CBEST test of basic reading and mathematics skills or another eligible state exam,
  • an AP Exam,
  • the SAT,
  • the ACT,
  • the CSU EAP Exam, or
  • the CSU Placement exams.

Note:

UCLA CalTeach will reimburse your CBEST fees upon receipt of your passing score. Please contact cateach@chem.ucla.edu for more information.

Fingerprinting

Candidates for a CA Single Subject Credential in Mathematics may meet the fingerprint requirement for the credential by completing a Live Scan/background check fingerprint with the UCLA Police Department Records Unit. Click here to make an appointment.

Questions

For immediate help:

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To talk with an experienced mathematics educator familiar with Math for LA offerings:

curtiscenter@math.ucla.edu

To talk with a Mathematics degree counselor:

Trisha Tran
Undergraduate Officer
Department of Mathematics
6356 Mathematical Sciences
(310) 206-1286
ugrad@math.ucla.edu