Supplementary Authorization in Computer Science Credential

Program of Study

The Supplementary Authorization in Computer Science credential provides a pathway for under-training and in-service teachers with necessary knowledge and skills to gain Supplementary Authorization and teach computer science in K-9, K-12, and adult classes.
In 2016, the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) approved a Supplementary Authorization in Computer Science.

There are two tracks of Supplementary Authorization in Computer Science:

• The Introductory Supplementary Authorization in Computer Science focuses on the teaching of computer science classes in grades K-9.
• The Specific Supplementary Authorization in Computer Science supports teaching of computer science classes in grades K-12 and adult classes.

These credentials are awarded and administered through the CTC.

Application Requirements

Students need to meet the below requirements to apply for the authorization from the CTC:

• Successful completion of ten (10) (Introductory Supplementary Authorization in Computer Science) or thirteen (13) (Specific Supplementary Authorization in Computer Science) units, with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution
• One of the following valid, unexpired, California Teaching credentials: Multiple Subject, Single Subject, Standard Elementary, Standard Secondary, Special Secondary

Track: Introductory Supplementary Authorization in Computer Science

To gain Introductory Supplementary Authorization in Computer Science (10 units), students need to complete the following courses:

• CS 390  - Computational Thinking and Programming Units: 3
• CS 391  - System and Network Fundamentals Units: 3
• CS 392  - Computer Programming Units: 3
• CS 393  - Impact of Computing and Pedagogy Units: 1

Track: Specific Supplementary Authorization in Computer Science

To gain Specific Supplementary Authorization in Computer Science (13 units), students need to complete the following course in addition to the above four (4) courses.

• CS 394  - Algorithms and Software Design Units: 3

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• The above course content is designed to meet and exceed the Supplementary Anthorization in Computer Science Program Standards set forth by the State of California.