Candidates earning their Preliminary Teaching Credential through an Internship Program at TCSJ must first complete a pre-service preparation program (minimum of 120 clock hours). Pre-Service includes (but is not limited to) foundational preparation in classroom management and planning, reading/language arts, human development, and specific content regarding teaching English learners.

• Hold a bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution

  • If a bachelor’s degree has not been posted to your transcript, you must provide a letter from your academic institution on letterhead (from the registrar or appropriate designee), stating that you have completed all requirements for the degree and the date that the degree will be officially conferred.

  • If your degree was completed from an institution outside of the US, you must get your transcripts evaluated from an approved agency confirming an equivalent degree. View Approved Agencies

• Complete the US Constitution requirement

• Obtain a Certificate of Clearance 

  • Certificate of Clearance Video

• Letter of Good Standing (Only required if the applicant has been enrolled in or is currently enrolled in a teacher preparation program at another institution.)

Pre-Service Preparation students can complete the subject matter competency requirement (e.g. CSET exams) WHILE enrolled in and taking Pre-Service Program coursework.

• Technology to Support Teaching and Learning - 1 unit

• Setting the Stage for Learning - 2 units

• Equitable Access for English Learners - 2 units

• Planning Instruction - 2 units

• Preparing to Teach Reading - 1 unit

• Preparing to Teach and Assess - 1 unit