SMR can be met through passage of the applicable California Educator Credentialing Examinations (CSETs), or through USF’s verification that previous coursework or degree majors fulfill the requirement.

In some cases, previous coursework or degree majors can satisfy part or all of the SMR. USF will review your transcripts for SMR during the admissions process, after the application has been reviewed by program faculty, and admitted students will receive further information about their SMR status and guidance about how to fulfill any remaining sections of the SMR, if applicable.

If not met at the time of admission, Completion of the SMR through coursework, examination, or a combination of these options is required prior to enrollment in Student Teaching II/III and/or a credential recommendation (including an intern credential).

You can review CTC-approved options for meeting the SMR at ca.gov.

Contact schoolofeducation@uscfca.edu if you have questions about these requirements.