Question 1

Why should I consider obtaining a Bilingual Authorization?

Accepted Answer

1) It will help you better instruct and address the needs of the growing population of    
    emergent bilinguals.
2) You will begin to create a network of peers and dual language educators that may
    support you throughout your career.
3) With the expansion of dual education in California, it will optimize job opportunities.

Question 2

Which Spanish courses are required for the Bilingual Authorization?

Accepted Answer

The courses required to meet the language and culture competencies are the following:
 
Oral language: SPA 341
Written language: SPA 280
Culture: SPA 351

Question 3

I completed the Liberal Studies Program with an Option in Spanish. What are my next steps?

Accepted Answer

If you earned a B or better in your courses, email the Bilingual Coordinator your transcripts. She will generate a letter confirming that you met the language and culture competencies. You will upload the letter to Fluid Review and change your program objective to "bilingual".
 
As you continue your program, be sure to enroll in the bilingual sections of TED 403 and TED 404. Request a bilingual or dual placement for your Practicum and student teaching.
 
If you did not meet the minimum of a "B" grade, you have the option to retake the course and earn a "B" or better or take the corresponding CSET: LOTE exam.

Question 4

I am applying to the credential program. How can I obtain my Bilingual Authorization?

Accepted Answer

At CSUDH we have multiple pathways. You can meet the language and culture requirements prior to applying for your credential via:
1) Coursework: SPA 280, SPA 341 and SPA 351.
2) State exams: For Multiple Subject and Single Subject need to take CSET: LOTE                Subtests III and V; for Single Subject Spanish majors need CSET: Spanish Subtests I and III
You can combine courses and CSET exams.
 
Please see the attached for additional requirements.

Question 5

Do I have to complete the Bilingual Authorization requirements during the credential program? Are there other options?

Accepted Answer

If you do not meet all of the requirements for your Bilingual Authorization during your credential program, but still want your Bilingual Authorization, you have 3 options:
1) For MS, SS and SPED graduates you can take the State exams: CSET:LOTE Subtests  
    III, IV, and V; SS Spanish Majors, take CSET: Spanish Subtests I, II and III. 
2) Apply to the Masters in Education - Option: Dual Language Learning (31 units)
3) Earn a Certificate in Dual Language Learning (12 units)

Question 6

I already have a credential. How can I earn my Bilingual Authorization?

Accepted Answer

For graduates, we offer two options for you to earn your Bilingual Authorization.
1) Earn a Masters in Education, Option: Dual Language Learning (31 units) or
2) Obtain a Certificate in Dual Language Learning (12 units)
 
Another option is to take the CSET:LOTE exam directly through CCTC.

Question 7

I majored in Spanish at another university. How can I find out if my courses can be substituted for the required Spanish courses?

Accepted Answer

At the Teacher Education (TED) office, request a petition for course substitution. Complete the form and include a chart that includes side by side the required CSUDH Spanish courses and the courses completed as an undergraduate. Include the title of the courses and the course description. In addition, write a rationale as to why the content learned is similar. A grade of B or better is required for a course substitution to be considered.
 
Submit the petition to the Chair of Modern Languages, Dr. Ivonne Heinze-Balcazar, at La Corte Hall; she will review the petition and notify the Bilingual Coordinator.

Question 8

Are there any scholarships or grant monies available to help subsidize the cost of tuition?

Accepted Answer

The College of Education awards scholarships each Spring for students and teacher candidates working towards becoming a Bilingual Teacher. Look for the application in the Fall.
 
Also, graduate students and full-time teachers are eligible for tuition funding through the Teach Grant Program.

Envision your future!

Earn your

Bilingual Authorization!

CSUDH offers 5 different pathways to earn your Bilingual Authorization.

Requirements Chart

Frequently asked questions

Why should I consider obtaining a Bilingual Authorization?

Which Spanish courses are required for the Bilingual Authorization?

I completed the Liberal Studies Program with an Option in Spanish. What are my next steps?

I am applying to the credential program. How can I obtain my Bilingual Authorization?

Do I have to complete the Bilingual Authorization requirements during the credential program? Are there other options?

I already have a credential. How can I earn my Bilingual Authorization?

I majored in Spanish at another university. How can I find out if my courses can be substituted for the required Spanish courses?

Are there any scholarships or grant monies available to help subsidize the cost of tuition?

REQUIREMENTS

Multiple Subject Teacher Candidates

Language and Culture Competencies

• Oral language: SPA 341 or CSET: LOTE Subtest III

• Written language: SPA 280 or CSET: LOTE Subtest III

• Culture: SPA 351 or CSET:LOTE Subtest V

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Bilingual Methods Coursework

Phase 2 - TED 403 Reading and Language Arts Gr. K-3 (bilingual section)

TED 410 Elementary Mathematics Methods (bilingual section)

Phase 3 - TED 412 Teaching History-Social Studies and Content Area Literacy (bilingual section)

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Supervised Fieldwork in a Bilingual/Dual Setting

Student Teachers: Phase 2 - TED 433 Practicum (10 weeks, twice a week) Interns: Phase 2 - TED 445.01

Phase 3 - Student Teachers: TED 435 (16 weeks) Phase 3 - TED 445.02

Single Subject Teacher Candidates

Language and Culture Competencies

• Oral language: SPA 341 or CSET: LOTE Subtest III

• Written language: SPA 280 or CSET: LOTE Subtest III

• Culture: SPA 351 or CSET:LOTE Subtest V

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Supervised Fieldwork in a Spanish/Dual Setting

Student Teachers: Phase 2 - TED 453 Phase 3 - TED 455S

Interns: Phase 2 - TED 465.01 Phase 3 - TED 465.02

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Must teach at least 3 periods in Spanish.

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Single Subject Spanish Teacher Candidates

Language and Culture Competencies

• Oral language: SPA 341

• Written language: SPA 280

• Culture: SPA 351

or complete CSET Spanish Subtests II and III

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Supervised Fieldwork in a Spanish/Dual Setting

Student Teachers: Phase 2 - TED 453 Phase 3 - TED 455S

Interns: Phase 2 - TED 465.01 Phase 3 - TED 465.02

Early Childhood Special Education and Moderate/Severe Disabilities

Language and Culture Competencies

• Oral language: SPA 341 or CSET: LOTE Subtest III

• Written language: SPA 280 or CSET: LOTE Subtest III

• Culture: SPA 351 or CSET:LOTE Subtest V

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Bilingual Methods Coursework

TED 403 Reading and Language Arts Gr. K-3 (bilingual section)

SPE 481 Educating Diverse Learners with Exceptionalities

SPE 522 Teaching Bilingual Learners in Inclusive Dual Settings (Spanish)

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Supervised Fieldwork in a Bilingual/Dual Setting

Student Teachers: Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE): SPE 550 and SPE 575

Interns: SPE 550 and SPE 555

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Student Teachers: Moderate/Severe Disabilities: SPE 556 and 576

Interns: SPE 523 and SPE 566