California Teaching Credential Programs

The Teacher Credential programs prepare multiple subject, single subject, and education specialist teacher candidates who demonstrate knowledge of theory and practice by making informed decisions leading to exemplary instruction for all learners.

Qualified candidates may combine teacher credential program units with further study to obtain a Master’s in Education degree.

Concordia University Irvine can help you touch the future by teaching today’s students to grow into productive, responsible, and respectful citizens. Our entire School of Education is committed to helping you become a highly qualified teacher. Each of our education professors is an experienced classroom teacher who has previous experience or current experience working with kindergarten through high school students. We pride ourselves in the pursuit of excellence at Concordia University and want you to know that we are here to help you become an exemplary teacher. Concordia University consistently receives accolades for preparing excellent teachers from numerous school districts. We look forward to having you in our program.

School of Education

Our programs are practical, accessible and relevant to the classroom. Classes are small and focused on the development of critical, independent thinking. Devoid of busy-work, classes are taught by experienced Christian faculty members who are committed to transforming students who will make a positive impact on their professions.

The Concordia University Experience

Concordia University Irvine has a long standing reputation of academic excellence. With its stellar faculty of Christian educator-mentors, exceptional curriculum developed carefully to be relevant in today’s work economy, and small class sizes, you can be assured of receiving an education that is not only of high quality, but also practical. Investing in your future at Concordia University is a wise decision.