UC Santa Barbara's Teacher Education Program (TEP) is a 12-month teaching credential and master’s degree program. TEP candidates will earn a California teaching credential and have the option to concurrently earn a Master’s degree (M.Ed.) in one year. Candidates may also have the option to complete a Bilingual Authorization in Spanish (BLA) while pursuing their credential.

TEP works with one cohort of teacher candidates per year, with candidates beginning in June and completing the program the following June. Our program is uniquely structured to focus on developing constructive relationships, immersing you in a full year of supported student teaching, and integrating coursework with fieldwork to put theory into practice.

Multiple Subject Credential

Single Subject Credential

Education Specialist Credential