MA in Education with Teacher Credentials in California

Launch your teaching journey—no new degree required

Prepare to become a teacher through Pacific’s fully online, non-degree credential program. Designed for candidates who already hold a bachelor’s degree, the program can be completed in 12–16 months and offers multiple start terms throughout the year.

Candidates may pursue a Multiple Subject, Single Subject or Education Specialist credentials while completing online evening coursework and required in-person fieldwork in local schools.

Please note: This program format cannot support an I-20 for international student visas.

Fully Online Coursework

12–16 Months

Multiple Start Terms

Turn Your Bachelor’s Degree into a Teaching Career

Earning a teaching credential in 2026 is a timely, high‑impact next step for college graduates who want meaningful, stable work that directly serves their communities. Across California, districts continue to report persistent teacher shortages, especially in special education, math, science and bilingual education. Prepared, credentialed teachers are in high demand statewide. Pursue your teaching credential now will position you for strong job prospects and opportunities for advancement, and prepares you to step into classrooms where students urgently need consistent, well‑trained educators ready to stay and make a difference.

Student Teaching and Internship Options

All candidates in Pacific’s teaching credential program complete required, in-person fieldwork in K–12 school settings as part of their California teacher preparation experience. This hands-on component helps candidates apply online coursework in real classrooms while building practical skills alongside mentor teachers and university supervisors.

Student Teaching (Unpaid)

Complete a minimum of 600 hours in a supervised classroom placement. Choose a full-time student teaching experience in one semester or a part-time pathway across two semesters.

Internship (Paid Teacher of Record

Eligible candidates may pursue an internship and serve as a paid teacher of record while completing credential requirements. This option includes mentor support and university supervision, but internship positions are not guaranteed and must be secured by the student.