Online Program
This program is NCLB compliant and authorizes you to teach math curriculum designed for grades 9 and below.
This authorization can be added to any of the following valid California teaching credentials: Single Subject, Multiple Subject, Standard Elementary, Standard Secondary or Special Secondary.
Designed For
California credentialed teachers holding a valid Single Subject, Multiple Subject, Standard Elementary or Standard Secondary Teaching Credential who are interested in teaching Math curriculum in grades K-9.
What You'll Learn
- Math content for teaching real number systems, algebra, geometry and probability and statistics
- Methods for incorporating technology into math lessons
- Strategies to incorporate the content and depth of understanding set forth by the CCSSM
- Advanced concepts in algebra, geometry and probability and statistics
What You Can Do With This Certificate
Teaching positions are available in both private and public schools.
Program Overview
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Real Number System or Introduction to Mathematics
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Real People. Real Results.

“This program and the staff at UCR Extension have been amazing, and worked hard to conveniently schedule the courses for working professionals. The instructors were very experienced, teaching both content for the classes, and giving us usable ideas and activities for our own classrooms.”
Karon Woolsey
Math and AVID Teacher
Landmark Middle School
Moreno Valley, CA
Earning the Certificate
Prior to enrolling, please ensure that you meet the following minimum requirements:
- 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
- Please note that there is no application required to begin taking courses toward the Subject Matter Authorization, however, we recommend that you apply by the third course if you would like UCR to assist with the filing of CTC paperwork at the completion of the required courses. You can apply, free of charge, below.
Completion Requirements
- Successful completion of 48 units with a grade of C or better. This must include a minimum of four units in each of the following five areas: Real Number System/Introduction to Mathematics, Algebra, Advanced Algebra, Geometry, and Probability and Statistics.
- Upon program completion:
- The candidate may request the assistance of UCR Extension to file the appropriate paperwork with the CTC or the candidate may apply on their own to the CTC.
- If the candidate would like UCR to assist, please notify the Credentials Office via email. Please include your full name, program and mailing address in the email. At this time, the CTC does not accept online applications. Please note, a university $50 "credential filing fee" will apply as well as a $100 check or money order made out to the CTC.
- Upon verification that all requirements have been met, the Credentials Office will mail the required paperwork to your home address in 10 business days. Please complete the application and mail back to the Credentials Office with ONLY the CTC payment.
- The candidate will need to pay the UCR Extension$50 "Credential Filing Fee-Education" to Student Services by calling (951) 827-4105. Please pay this fee on the same day the application is mailed to the Credentials Office. DO NOT MAIL PAYMENT.
- Upon receipt, the Credentials Office will process the paperwork within 24 hours. A letter is then mailed to the candidate as verification of completion.
- CTC can take up to six months (50 business days) to process paper applications. Please review CTC's website to verify issuance. The candidate will not receive a document in the mail as the CTC has gone completely paperless.
UCR Extension only submits recommendations to CTC on behalf of students who have completed all of the coursework through UCR Extension.
For more information see How to Earn a Certificate
Certificate Courses
Our certificate programs are designed to be flexible, allowing you the option to take just a few courses or to earn the complete certificate. If choosing to complete the certificate, we recommend you get the most out of your experience by following the suggested completion path below.

Linear Algebra
MATH X409.1
4 units
Fundamental Concepts of Geometry - Part I
MATH X415.1
4 units

Advanced Algebra
MATH X409.3
4 units
Probability and Statistics, Part A
MATH X429.A
4 units

Developing the Real Number System
MATH X405
4 units
1 Elective

2 Electives

2 Electives

2 Electives
Instructor Spotlight

“While most of my students like math, there are some who struggle with it. My goal for all of them is to at least love the joy that comes from getting the right answer. Teachers who pursue math are making a good choice--there is always a need for math teachers.”
Tinka Davis
Mathematics Instructor
Wichita State University
Wichita, Kansas
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