Clinical Experiences and Partnerships Office - School of Education

Welcome to the webpage of The Clinical Experiences and Partnerships Office (CEPO). We offer one-on-one support for prospective and current students in Early Childhood Studies, Liberal Studies, Credential Programs (Multiple Subject, Single Subject, and Education Specialist), and Graduate Programs in Education.

Our counselors, staff and faculty are here to answer any questions you may have about admission and program requirements for credentials and graduate programs.

We look forward to supporting you in your educational journey.

Dr. Kathryn Howard
Associate Dean and Director of Clinical Experiences and Partnerships
Phone: 805-437-8936
Email: Kathryn.howard@csuci.edu

CBEST and CSET Requirements Update!

The California Legislature has recently approved new ways to meet the Basic Skills Requirement (CBEST) and the Subject Matter Requirement (CSET).

The Basic Skills Requirement can be met through exam (CBEST or equivalent), qualifying undergraduate courses, or a combination of the two.
The Subject Matter Requirement can be met through passing CSET scores, qualifying degree majors/ coursework, or an approved subject matter program.

More details can be found on our Application Guides

Office Hours

The Clinical Experiences and Partnerships Office (CEPO) is temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 outbreak. We are still answering phone calls and emails Monday-Friday 8am-5pm (except holidays). Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions you may have.

Our office and services will be closed on Thursday, March 31st.

Contact

Liege Ayub
Administrative Support Coordinator: Clinical Experiences and Partnerships Office
Madera Hall 2900
805-437-8953
credential.assistant@csuci.edu

General Information/Questions

FAQ-Frequently Asked Questions
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Information Sessions

Advising

Credential (Teaching and Administrative) Counselors Contact Information

Arlene Pendleton
Multiple Subject Credential Counselor
arlene.pendleton@csuci.edu
Schedule an appointment with Arlene

Nitzia Castaniero
Single Subject Credential Counselor and Graduate Programs Counselor
nitzia.castaniero@csuci.edu
Schedule an appointment with Nitzia

Necole Ramirez
Education Specialist Credential Counselor and Bilingual Authorization Counselor
necole.ramirez@csuci.edu
Schedule an appointment with Necole

Early Childhood Contact Information

Karla Aguirre
Academic Advisor, Early Childhood Studies
805-437-8480
Karla.Aguirre@csuci.edu

To schedule an advising appointment with Karla Aguirre, please log into your myCI portal to access Dolphin Navigate or use the following link:https://csuci.campus.eab.com/

Liberal Studies Contact Information

Andrea Cruz
Academic Advisor, Liberal Studies
805-437-3594
Andrea.cruz@csuci.edu

To schedule an advising appointment with Andrea Cruz, please log into your myCI portal to access Dolphin Navigate or use the following link:https://csuci.campus.eab.com/

General Forms & Information: Prospective Students

General Forms & Information: Current Students

Application Guides
Course Substitution Request (PDF, 152KB)
Prerequisite Courses (PDF, 179KB)
School of Education Pinning Ceremony
Via at CSUCI

General Information: Student Teaching Placements

Partner sites where our candidates engage in student teaching