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Hi! Welcome to the Counseling page of the Pathways to Teaching program. Preparing for a teaching career is a complex process, which involves numerous college, university and state regulations. Accurate planning is essential to ensure a seamless transition to four-year institutions and into teaching careers. A counselor's primary function is to develop a clear, accurate, and individualized academic plan for each of our future teachers. We look forward to helping you reach your goal of becoming a credentialed teacher. For more information on counseling visit the SCC Counseling website.
The Pathways to Teaching Program offers a teacher preparation program, where students may simultaneously begin work on the requirements for admission to a multiple or single subject credential program and general education requirements. Upon transfer to the university, students have the opportunity to complete both their bachelor's degree and credential program.
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Subject Matter Preparation
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OUNSELING RESOURCES
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Multiple Subject Credential
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Single Subject Credential
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Multiple Subject Matter coursework trains future teachers to teach at elementary schools (K-6), and prepares students to take the CSET a test needed to obtain a credential.
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Single Subject Matter coursework trains future teachers to work in specific subject areas (e.g.. history, art, english, science, mathematics, etc.) typically at middle schools or high schools
(7-12).
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Educational Planning Students participating in the Pathways to Teaching Program are encouraged to meet with a SCC academic counselor, at least one time per year. The counselor will develop an educational plan, detailing the coursework needed to transfer to the university of their choice. Accurate academic planning is crucial to ensure a timely program completion and university transfer process.
To make a counseling appointment, please contact the Santiago Canyon College Counseling Center at (714) 628-4800. We are located in Building D, Room 106.
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 Counselor Janis Perry (on right) provides counseling services and teaches Education courses to SCC students. Call (714) 628-4800 to schedule a counseling appointment. h
Elementary School (K-6)-Students who are interested in teaching elementary school (K-6) generally choose the Liberal Arts major. This major provides a broad spectrum of courses that are geared for teaching all general subjects. Students may also choose to major in Child and Adolescent Studies, Human Services, or other subjects; however, they may be required to take additional courses.
Middle School or High School (7-12)-Students interested in teaching middle school or high school (7-12) generally select the major that they wish to teach. They follow the SSMPP requirements and/or take the single subject portion of the CSET before entering the credential program.
Students pursuing teaching careers generally follow the CSU or the CSU /UC general education certification plans, in conjunction with one the approved subject matter preparation programs and/or additional coursework geared toward the teaching profession.
By meeting with a SCC academic counselor and with a university representative, students will be on the pathway to success.
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