MSTI STEM Authorization Awards

Awards

CEMaST will be selecting candidates to receive $1,000 MSTI STEM Authorization Awards for Cal Poly undergraduate/credential students or multiple/single subject teachers to obtain their Supplementary or Subject Matter Authorizations in Computer Science, Math or Science.

Supplementary Authorizations

Supplementary Authorizations may be added to a Multiple or Single Subject Credential and are based upon 20 semester units or 10 semester units of upper level coursework in a specific area. Introductory Supplementary Authorizations authorize the holder to teach the supplementary subject matter content typically included in curriculum guidelines and textbooks for study in grades 9 and below. Specific Supplementary Authorizations may be added to a Single Subject Credential and authorize the holder to teach the specific subject in preschool through 12th grade, and classes organized primarily for adults.

Subject Matter Authorizations

Subject Matter Authorizations may be added to a Multiple or Single Subject Credential and are based upon 32 semester units of coursework or a degree major in a specific area. Introductory Subject Matter Authorizations authorize the holder to teach the subject matter content typically included in curriculum guidelines and textbooks approved for study in grades 9 and below. Specific Subject Matter Authorizations authorize the holder to teach the subject in preschool through 12th grade, and classes organized primarily for adults.

Eligibility 

Supplementary authorizations require twenty semester units or ten upper division semester units, or the equivalent quarter units, of non-remedial course work in the subject. Applicants pursuing the 20 semester units option need to have 10 units complete with a grade of C or better in all courses. Applicants pursuing the 10 semester units of upper division units option need to have 5 units complete with a grade of C or better in all courses.

If selected, CEMaST will review your transcripts and recommend courses that are needed to complete the authorization. Note, this is a guide and does not guarantee coursework will be accepted by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC). CTC will make the final decisions.

Supplementary Awards in Math or Science Application

For Multiple and Single Subject Credential Teachers

The College of Science’s Computer Science Department and CEMaST is offering FREE tuition for multiple and single subject teachers to obtain their supplementary authorizations in computer science.  Two programs will be available for K-12 teachers.

Benefits of the Program

• Online coursework with both synchronous and asynchronous components
• Tuition is FREE through generous grants funded by SchoolsFirst FCU and MSTI
• Complete 10 upper division university units
• Cohort-based with program completion in 2 semesters (4 courses)
• CTC application fees will be reimbursed
• Easy enrollment through Cal Poly's College of Professional and Global Education

Program #1

Introductory Supplementary Authorization in Computer Science   

Introductory Supplementary Authorizations may be added to a Single Subject or Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and authorizes the holder to teach the supplementary subject matter content typically included in curriculum guidelines and textbooks for study in grades 9 and below.

Program Details:

• Designed for multiple subject and single subject credential teachers
• Complete 10 upper division university units which may increase your salary
• Online coursework with both synchronous and asynchronous components
• Cohort-based with program completion in 2 semesters (2 courses per semester)
• Minimal computer programming experience recommended
• Authorizes the holder to teach the supplementary subject matter content typically included in
  curriculum guidelines and textbooks for study in grades 9 and below

Check back in May 2024 to apply.

Program #2

Specific Supplementary Authorization in Computer Science    

Specific Supplementary Authorizations may be added to a Single Subject Teaching Credential and authorizes the holder to teach the specific subject in grades preschool through 12th, and classes organized primarily for adults.

Program Details:

• Designed for single subject credential teachers.
• Complete 10 upper division university units which may increase your salary
• Online coursework with both synchronous and asynchronous components
• Cohort-based with program completion in 2 semesters (2 courses per semester)
• Minimal computer programming experience recommended
• Authorizes the holder to teach the specific subject in grades preschool through 12th, and classes organized primarily for adults

Check back in May 2024 to apply.

Tuition is covered by Cal Poly Pomona through SchoolsFirst FCU and MSTI Grants.

Course materials are the student's responsibility.