Professional Growth for Current Teachers

There are many programs at Sonoma State for you to develop as a teacher and add one of several STEM-related credentials/authorizations. See below for information on each program. 

Summer Institutes- Math and Science 

New free Summer Institutes for elementary math and science teachers.

Foundational Level Math Preparation Institute  

Have all registration fees paid to add a Foundational Level Math Credential to your existing credential by taking two courses over the summer  and Saturday classes during the academic year so that you are prepared for the CSET and meet the content method course requirement

Foundational Level General Science Preparation Institute 

Have all registration fees paid to add a Foundational Level Science Credential to your existing credential by taking two courses over the summer so that you are prepared for the CSET and meet the content method course requirement.

Maker Certificate Program

Take a series of mini-courses designed for people seeking to lead maker activities in schools, clubs, community centers, libraries, and other organizations. Earn CEUs in this exceptional online and in-person hybrid course.

Computer Science Supplemental Authorization Program

Take courses to get supplemental authorization to teach Computer Science. 

MA in Education 

Learn about current issues and research in Math Education, Science Education, or Educational Technology through coursework and research/applied projects. Stipends available to present work at conferences.